
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Townsend Neighborhood of San Jose, CA from $1,400 (11 Rentals)
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925 N Bayshore Rd W

Hacienda Creek Senior Apartments

1798 Morrill Ave

Belovida at Newbury Park 55+ Senior Community
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Townsend, San Jose, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Townsend?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Townsend Studio Apartments | $2,367 | $1,420 | $3,599 |
Townsend 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,937 | $1,500 | $4,380 |
Townsend 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,420 | $2,699 | $4,862 |
Townsend 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,103 | $3,299 | $4,681 |
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Cheapest Available Townsend Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Townsend area of San Jose, CA is a 1 Bed unit found at Hacienda Creek Senior Apartments priced from $1,759. Parkside Terrace has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $2,033. Here are the most affordable Townsend apartments for rent in San Jose, CA:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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Hacienda Creek Senior Apartments | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,759 |
Parkside Terrace | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2,033 |
eaves San Jose | 330 | Studio,1BA | $2,219 |
ReNew Twenty50 | Madeline | 1BR,1BA | $2,330 |
Waterford Place | The Carlton | 1BR,1BA | $2,479 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Townsend, CA
As of April 27, 2025 the best value apartment in the Townsend area is the $3.11 price per square foot Regent Model at The Esplanade in the in the South San Jose neighborhood starting from $4,649. The second greatest value Townsend apartment is the 3249 Rockport Ave Model at 3249 Rockport Ave, Unit A starting at $3,700 with a $2.83 price per square foot in the East San Jose neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Townsend apartments based on price per square foot:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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The Esplanade | Regent | 3BR,3BA | $3.11 |
3249 Rockport Ave, Unit A | 3249 Rockport Ave | 3BR,2BA | $2.83 |
Century Towers | C3 | 2BR,2BA | $3.41 |
Woodland Meadow | Aspen | 1BR,1BA | $3.30 |
Willow Lake | Maple | 1BR,1BA | $3.68 |
Waterford Place | The Carlton | 1BR,1BA | $3.39 |
Pavona Apartments | Prato | 1BR,1BA | $3.87 |
Hacienda Creek Senior Apartments | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $2.64 |
ReNew Twenty50 | Madeline | 1BR,1BA | $3.65 |
Parkside Terrace | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $3.46 |
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Getting Around the Townsend Neighborhood in San Jose, CA
Walk Score®
51 / 100
Somewhat Walkable
Some errands can be accomplished on foot
Bike Score®
60 / 100
Bikeable
Some bike infrastructure
Transit Score®
47 / 100
Some Transit
A few nearby public transportation options
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Townsend Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Townsend?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Townsend is at eaves San Jose listed at $2,219.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Townsend Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Townsend Apartment is $1,759 at Hacienda Creek Senior Apartments.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Townsend Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Townsend is starting from $2,699 at Palm Court Apartments.
What is the most affordable Townsend Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Townsend Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Willow Lake and starts from $4,299.
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