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Cheap Apartments for Rent in San Jose, CA

Cheap Apartments for Rent in San Jose, CA. 140 Rentals Available
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Apartments Under $1,800

  • a kitchen with white appliances and wooden cabinets and a white refrigerator
    4 units available
    Studio $1,695
    1 bd $1,895
    2 bd $2,450
    Base rent
    Verified Listing

    67 N. Jackson Ave, San Jose, CA 95116
    Apply online • Pet friendly
  • a building with a sidewalk and a tree in front of it
    Only 2 units left
    1 bd $1,795
    Base rent
    Verified Listing

    911 Chestnut Street, San Jose, CA 95110
    Apply online • Pet friendly

Apartments Under $2,000

  • a backyard with a pool and a patio with a table and chairs
    Studio $1,825
    1 bd $1,995
    Base rent
    Verified Listing

    840 Villa Avenue, San Jose, CA 95126
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  • a kitchen with a sink and white cabinets
    Only 1 unit left
    Studio $1,850
    Base rent
    Verified Listing

    398 Boynton Ave, San Jose, CA 95117
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  • a white building with a porch and a sidewalk
    1 bd $1,850
    2 bd $2,350
    Base rent
    Verified Listing

    420 South 7Th Street (6 Units 420 S 7Th St), San Jose, CA 95112
  • a dining room with tables and chairs and a kitchen
    Studio $1,880
    1 bd $2,010
    Base rent
    Verified Listing

    3201 Loma Verde Dr, San Jose, CA 95117
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  • a green building with a sidewalk and trees in front of it
    Rent specials
    1 bd $1,895
    Base rent
    Verified Listing

    530 North 1St Street, San Jose, CA 95112
    Apply online • Pet friendly
  • 850-1150 Pedro Street Studio-2 Beds Apartment for Rent
    6 units available
    Studio $1,895
    1 bd $2,095+
    Base rent
    Verified Listing

    850-1150 Pedro Street, San Jose, CA 95126
    Apply online • Pet friendly
  • the outside of a building with potted plants in front of it
    Only 3 units left
    Studio $1,900+
    2 bd $2,250
    Base rent
    Verified Listing

    1040-1058 N 4Th St., San Jose, CA 95112
    Apply online • Pet friendly
  • a building with a staircase and a driveway in front of it
    Only 1 unit left
    1 bd $1,908
    Base rent
    Verified Listing

    542 S. 4Th Street, San Jose, CA 95112
    Apply online • Pet friendly
  • a house with stairs and a sign in front of it
    Only 2 units left
    1 bd $1,945
    Base rent
    Verified Listing

    415 S Buena Vista Avenue, San Jose, CA 95126
    Apply online • Pet friendly
  • a kitchen with white cabinets and a sink and a refrigerator
    Only 3 units left
    Studio $1,950
    Base rent
    Verified Listing

    7213 Rainbow Dr., San Jose, CA 95129
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  • a swimming pool with an apartment building in the background
    Only 2 units left
    1 bd $1,975
    Base rent
    Verified Listing

    1215 Pedro St, San Jose, CA 95126
    Apply online • Pet friendly
  • a living room with a table and chairs and a library
    4 units available
    1 bd $1,990+
    2 bd $2,600
    Base rent
    Verified Listing

    3915 Hamilton Avenue, San Jose, CA 95130
    Apply online • Pet friendly
  • a building with stairs and palm trees in front of it
    1 bd $1,995+
    Base rent
    Verified Listing

    3070 Van Sansul Avenue, San Jose, CA 95128
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  • a living room with a couch and a coffee table
    1 bd $1,995+
    Base rent
    Verified Listing

    158, 166 & 174 Revey Avenue, San Jose, CA 95128
    Apply online • Cat friendly
  • a kitchen with white appliances and white cabinets and a sink
    Studio $1,995
    1 bd $2,295+
    2 bd $2,725+
    Base rent
    Verified Listing

    1150 Ranchero Way, San Jose, CA 95117

Apartments Under $2,200

  • a large living room with a stone fireplace and furniture
    Only 3 units left
    Studio $2,005
    1 bd $2,150
    2 bd $2,595
    Base rent
    Verified Listing

    3510 Moorpark Ave, San Jose, CA 95117
    Apply online • Pet friendly
  • our apartments have a spacious yard and a pool
    Only 2 units left
    1 bd $2,050
    Base rent
    Verified Listing

    5330 Monterey Road, San Jose, CA 95111
    Apply online • Pet friendly
  • a kitchen with white cabinets and a stove and a sink
    8 units available
    1 bd $2,085+
    2 bd $2,670
    Base rent
    Verified Listing

    1050 Summerside Dr, San Jose, CA 95122
    Apply online • Pet friendly
  • an empty kitchen with white cabinets and a ceiling fan
    Only 2 units left
    1 bd $2,095
    Base rent
    Verified Listing

    4963 Campbell Ave, San Jose, CA 95130
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  • a living room and dining room with a table and chairs
    Only 2 units left
    1 bd $2,095
    2 bd $3,000
    Base rent
    Verified Listing

    1211 Garbo Way #107 SJ CA 95117, San Jose, CA 95117
    Apply online • Cat friendly
  • a living room with a yellow couch and a ceiling fan
    Only 1 unit left
    1 bd $2,175+
    2 bd $2,895
    Base rent
    Verified Listing

    3517 Alden Way, San Jose, CA 95117
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  • a white kitchen with white cabinets and a refrigerator
    1 bd $2,187
    2 bd $2,614
    Base rent
    Verified Listing

    1566 Scott St, San Jose, CA 95126
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  • a kitchen with a counter and a stove and a
    Only 3 units left
    1 bd $2,195
    Base rent
    Verified Listing

    1520 Branham Lane, San Jose, CA 95118
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  • a white apartment building with a sign in front of it
    1 bd $2,195
    Base rent
    Verified Listing

    1135 Bird Avenue, San Jose, CA 95125
    Apply online • Cat friendly
  • a kitchen with a stove and a counter top
    Rent specials
    1 bd $2,195
    Base rent
    Verified Listing

    480 Boynton Avenue, San Jose, CA 95117
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Apartments Under $2,400

  • a house with a red door and a sign on the door
    Only 1 unit left
    1 bd $2,200
    Base rent
    Verified Listing

    390 S 11Th St, San Jose, CA 95112
    Apply online • Pet friendly
  • a living room with a couch and a sliding glass door
    23 units available
    Studio $2,210+
    1 bd $2,229+
    2 bd $2,789+
    Base rent
    Verified Listing

    4501 Snell Ave, San Jose, CA 95136
    Apply online • Pet friendly
  • Apartments San Jose - Village of Taxco Kitchen With White Appliances and Wood-Style Cabinets
    Only 2 units left
    Studio $2,241+
    Base rent
    Verified Listing

    1324 S Winchester Blvd, San Jose, CA 95128
    Apply online • Pet friendly
  • our apartments have a spacious courtyard with stairs and lawns
    1 bd $2,250
    2 bd $2,495
    Base rent
    Verified Listing

    260 N Capitol Avenue, San Jose, CA 95127
  • a living room with a couch and a table with chairs
    5 units available
    1 bd $2,285+
    2 bd $2,775+
    Base rent
    Verified Listing

    2130 Southwest Expressway, San Jose, CA 95126
    Apply online • Pet friendly
  • a small kitchen with a stove and a refrigerator
    8 units available
    1 bd $2,295
    2 bd $2,695
    Base rent
    Verified Listing

    5055 Dent Avenue, San Jose, CA 95118
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  • a living room with a white couch and a yellow striped rug
    Ask for pricing
    Verified Listing

    4400 Albany Drive, San Jose, CA 95129
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  • our office is located in the building
    Only 1 unit left
    2 bd $2,375
    Base rent
    Verified Listing

    459 Willow Street, San Jose, CA 95125
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  • a living room with a couch and a table
    1 bd $2,375+
    2 bd $2,795+
    Base rent
    Verified Listing

    1489 Fruitdale Avenue, San Jose, CA 95128
    Apply online • Cat friendly
  • a kitchen with white cabinets and a stove and a sink
    Only 3 units left
    1 bd $2,395
    2 bd $2,895
    Base rent
    Verified Listing

    1977 Heimgartner Lane, San Jose, CA 95124
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  • a living room with a couch a chair and a table
    5 units available
    1 bd $2,395
    2 bd $2,795
    3 bd $3,195
    Base rent
    Verified Listing

    1612 Branham Lane, San Jose, CA 95118
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Apartments Under $2,600

  • a small kitchen with a stove and a refrigerator
    Only 3 units left
    2 bd $2,495
    Base rent
    Verified Listing

    2415 Rinconada Drive, San Jose, CA 95125
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  • a living room with couches and chairs and a table
    5 units available
    Studio $2,684+
    1 bd $2,585+
    2 bd $3,668+
    Base rent
    Verified Listing

    868 South 5Th Street, San Jose, CA 95112
    Apply online • Pet friendly

Apartments Under $2,800

  • a kitchen with white appliances and white cabinets and a refrigerator
    Only 1 unit left
    2 bd $2,695
    Base rent
    Verified Listing

    5475 Prospect Rd., San Jose, CA 95129
    Apply online
  • an empty kitchen with a refrigerator and a door
    Ask for pricing
    Verified Listing

    1560 San Tomas Aquino Road, San Jose, CA 95130
    Pet friendly
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Frequently asked questions

What is the price of a cheap apartment in San Jose, CA?

The price range of a cheap apartment is between $1,695 and $9,980.

How many cheap rentals are available in San Jose, CA on RentCafe?

There are 116 cheap rentals available on RentCafe. Prices and availability in San Jose, CA were last updated on 19 May 2026.

What is the average size of a cheap apartment in San Jose, CA?

The average San Jose, CA cheap apartment size is 724 sq. ft.

What are the advantages of renting a cheap apartment in San Jose, CA?

Cheap apartments in San Jose, CA are usually less expensive, smaller, and easier to maintain. They also come with lower utility costs.

What are the downsides of renting a cheap apartment in San Jose, CA?

A cheap apartment in San Jose, CA offers little storage space and fewer amenities compared to other apartments.