
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the South Market Neighborhood of San Jose, CA from $900 (12 Rentals)
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The Ruckers Mansion
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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in South Market?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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South Market Studio Apartments | $2,995 | $1,795 | $4,951 |
South Market 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,630 | $1,721 | $10,000+ |
South Market 2 Bedroom Apartments | $4,482 | $975 | $10,000+ |
South Market 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,775 | $1,030 | $8,542 |
South Market 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,503 | $1,030 | $1,650 |
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Cheapest Available South Market Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the South Market area of San Jose, CA is a 2 Beds unit found at 27 North - Student Housing Apartments priced from $975. Vintage Tower has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,721. Here are the most affordable South Market apartments for rent in San Jose, CA:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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27 North - Student Housing Apartments | 2C Shared Attached - Fall 2024 (SJSU) | 2BR,2BA | $975 |
Vintage Tower | VT1B1BB | 1BR,1BA | $1,721 |
The Ruckers Mansion | APT#1 | Studio,1BA | $1,900 |
Westwood Properties | 59 S 5th St. | 1BR,1BA | $2,075 |
The Colonnade Apartments | Medium Studio | Studio,1BA | $2,159 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in South Market, CA
As of February 21, 2025 the best value apartment in the South Market area is the $3.61 price per square foot Three Bed Two Bath D1 Model at One South Market in the in the South San Jose neighborhood starting from $4,909. The second greatest value South Market apartment is the B1A Model at The Ryden starting at $4,036 with a $4.03 price per square foot in the South San Jose neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for South Market apartments based on price per square foot:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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One South Market | Three Bed Two Bath D1 | 3BR,2BA | $3.61 |
The Ryden | B1A | 2BR,2BA | $4.03 |
360 Residences | Plan A6 | 1BR,1.5BA | $3.16 |
27 North - Student Housing Apartments | 2B Shared Attached - Fall 2024 (SJSU) | 2BR,2BA | $1.13 |
Westwood Properties | 55 S 6th St. | 1BR,1BA | $2.84 |
The Pierce | Plan E | 1BR,1BA | $3.64 |
The James | A03 | 1BR,1BA | $4.10 |
Vintage Tower | VT1B1BB | 1BR,1BA | $2.86 |
101 San Fernando | Plan AA3 - Studio | Studio ,1BA | $4.19 |
The Ruckers Mansion | APT#1 | Studio ,1BA | $3.75 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleSouth Market, San Jose, CA
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Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
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Lifestyle Ratings
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Getting Around the South Market Neighborhood in San Jose, CA
Walk Score®
93 / 100
Walker’s Paradise
Daily errands do not require a car
Bike Score®
91 / 100
Biker's Paradise
Daily errands can be accomplished on a bike
Transit Score®
71 / 100
Excellent Transit
Transit is convenient for most trips
What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?
- Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
- Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
- Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap South Market Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in South Market?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in South Market is at The Ruckers Mansion listed at $1,900.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom South Market Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom South Market Apartment is $1,721 at Vintage Tower.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom South Market Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in South Market is starting from $975 at 27 North - Student Housing Apartments.
What is the most affordable South Market Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap South Market Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at 27 North - Student Housing Apartments and starts from $1,030.
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