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Carriage House
Studio Apartments

Carriage House

1655 Pomeroy AveSanta Clara, CA 95051
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2392 Sutter Ave
1 Bedroom Apartments

2392 Sutter Ave

2392 Sutter AveSanta Clara, CA 95050
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Monroe Commons
1 Bedroom Apartments

Monroe Commons

2330 Monroe StSanta Clara, CA 95050
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155 Monroe St
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

155 Monroe St

155 Monroe StSanta Clara, CA 95050
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Oakbrook Apartments
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Oakbrook Apartments

3650 Buckley StSanta Clara, CA 95051
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515 Saratoga Ave
1 Bedroom Apartments

515 Saratoga Ave

515 Saratoga AveSanta Clara, CA 95050
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Royal Palms
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Royal Palms

2104 Royal DrSanta Clara, CA 95050
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Villa Terrace
1 Bedroom Apartments

Villa Terrace

946 Tamarack LnSanta Clara, CA 95051
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Lilyanne Apartment
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Lilyanne Apartment

1900 Scott BlvdSanta Clara, CA 95050
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The Palms
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

The Palms

1457-1475 Santa Clara StSanta Clara, CA 95050
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Trestles Apartments
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Trestles Apartments

1566 Scott StSan Jose, CA 95126
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Miranda Village
Studio Apartments

Miranda Village

2094 Forest AveSan Jose, CA 95128
Senior Living
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1137 Roewill Dr
1 Bedroom Apartments

1137 Roewill Dr

1137 Roewill DrSan Jose, CA 95117
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Ranchero Apartments
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Ranchero Apartments

1054-1060 Ranchero WaySan Jose, CA 95117
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Fernmar Studios
Studio Apartments

Fernmar Studios

645-701 San Juan DrSunnyvale, CA 94085
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Santa Clara, CA Local Guide

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Cheapest Available Santa Clara Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Santa Clara, CA is a Studio unit found at Page Street Studios in the South San Jose neighborhood priced from $1,234. Parkside Studios in the North San Jose neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,235. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Santa Clara apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Page Street StudiosStudioStudio,1BA$1,234
Parkside StudiosStudioStudio,1BA$1,235
Borregas Court ApartmentsStudio AStudio,1BA$1,350
Rosa Crest StudioStudioStudio,1BA$1,750
450 N Winchester Blvd1bd/1bth1BR,1BA$1,780
Bassett Davis ApartmentsstudioStudio,1BA$1,850
eaves West Valley405Studio,1BA$1,916
Colonial House Apartments1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,980
The Bungalows at Ahwanee1 Bedroom without Patio1BR,1BA$1,988
Tamarack Gardens1B/ 1B1BR,1BA$1,995

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Santa Clara, CA

As of April 22, 2025 the best value apartment in the Santa Clara area is the $2.63 price per square foot 5178 Westdale Dr Model at 5178 Westdale Dr, Unit 1 in the in the Saratoga Creek neighborhood starting from $3,950. The second greatest value Santa Clara apartment is the 2BR/2.0BA Model at Ranchero starting at $3,499 with a $2.43 price per square foot in the North San Jose neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Santa Clara apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
5178 Westdale Dr, Unit 15178 Westdale Dr3BR,2BA$2.63
Ranchero2BR/2.0BA2BR,2BA$2.43
1430 Allegado Alley, Unit 1430 Allegado Alley San Jose CA 951281430 Allegado Alley3BR,2BA$2.69
Livorno SquarePalladio A3BR,2BA$2.79
2991 Neet Ave, Unit 32991 Neet Ave2BR,1.5BA$2.74
Civic Plaza ApartmentsMedium 2 Bed 1 Bath2BR,1BA$2.66
Colonial Way Apartments2 Bedroom 1 Bath2BR,1BA$2.83
Stonegate2x22BR,2BA$2.82
Belaire Apts, Santa Clara1 Bed 1 Bath1BR,1BA$2.65
Ranchero PalmsOne Bedroom One Bathroom1BR,1BA$2.80

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Santa Clara Overview

Santa Clara is a full-fledged city with abundant recreational and vacation facilities, a world-class stadium, shopping centers, media outlets, annual festivals, and living apartments scattered throughout its neighborhoods. Most apartments in Santa Clara are designed to facilitate socializing and cultural diversity among the residents, making the city conducive for almost everyone.

Why live in Santa Clara, CA?

Santa Clara is one of the best cities to live in because it has an unemployment rate standing at approximately 5.0 percent, which correlates with low crime rates and improved living standards among the inhabitants. There are plenty of top-notch schools, recreational activities, and cultural museums that make it a popular tourist destination to be proud of. The U.S. 101 highway traverses the city, connecting the residents with their relatives living in other cities throughout the country.

Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Santa Clara, CA

Ranked #31

Among cities in California for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

2.5
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Getting Around Santa Clara, CA

Walk Score®

60 / 100

Somewhat Walkable

Some errands can be accomplished on foot

Bike Score®

69 / 100

Bikeable

Some bike infrastructure

Transit Score®

40 / 100

Some Transit

A few nearby public transportation options

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  • Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Santa Clara Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Santa Clara?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Santa Clara is at Page Street Studios listed at $1,234.

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Santa Clara Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Santa Clara Apartment is $1,980 at Colonial House Apartments.

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Santa Clara Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Santa Clara is starting from $2,395 at Stonegate.

What is the most affordable Santa Clara Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Santa Clara Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at 776 Deland Ave, SJ and starts from $2,795.

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With the rising costs of housing, a lot of renters are asking this question: Is it possible to opt out of various amenities that your rental property offers so that you can avoid paying the fees.

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Know Your Rights - How Discrimination Laws Impact Landlords and Tenants

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Everyone needs a place to live and to call home. For decades, the federal government has established protections to ensure that individuals and families can find housing free from discriminatory barriers.

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Often, in the excitement of finding a new place to live, there’s a rush to make it happen, and - too often - a new tenant signs a lease without reading it carefully.

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