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Apartments for Rent in San Jose, CA under $1300

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    27 N 6Th Street, San Jose, CA 95112
    2 BEDS $1,015
    3 BEDS $1,030
    4 BEDS $1,010
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    270 E. Empire Street, San Jose, CA 95112
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    1 BED $937+
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    1296 Mcginness Avenue, San Jose, CA 95127
    1 BED $1,250
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    2075 Lockwood Drive, San Jose, CA 95132
    6 BEDS $1,050
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    101 W Weddell Dr, Sunnyvale, CA 94089
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Getting around in San Jose, CA

74 /100
Very Walkable
40 /100
Some Transit
64 /100
Bikeable
Walk Score®: 74, Transit Score®: 40, Bike Score®: 64

Frequently asked questions

When were prices and availability in San Jose, CA last updated?

Prices and availability in San Jose, CA were last updated on 21 Nov 2025.

What are the best apartments in San Jose, CA?

The best apartments in San Jose, CA are: Enclave, 1135 Bird Avenue, Blue Hills West Apartments, 1172 Brace Avenue and Brittany House Apartments.

What type of rental buildings are in San Jose, CA?

In San Jose, 44% of the residents are renting compared to 56% owning a home, according to data from the U.S. Census Bureau. Large-scale apartment buildings with more than 50 units represent 29% of San Jose’s rentals, 48% are small-scale complexes with under 50 units, and 22% are single-family rentals.

Renting apartments in San Jose, CA under $3,000

Are you looking for a smart space where you can easily combine comfort with convenience? You will surely find the property that perfectly fits your needs with this variety of options. RentCafe offers you 471 apartments for rent in San Jose, CA from 113 modern buildings, so you’ll certainly find something suitable for you. If you want to live alone or with your partner, you might want to look for a studio or browse through our selection of 1 bedroom apartments. If you need more space but you don’t want to spend more than necessary on a monthly rent, check out our 2 bedroom or 3 bedroom apartments for less than $3,000, and make the most out of your budget.

Finding the best rental near you

San Jose, CA is an amazing place to call home, with several rentals under $3,000 for you to choose from. There are many options and filters you can apply to your search to make the process easier and to find your next apartment faster and more efficiently. Asking yourself ‘are there any cheap apartments near me’? With our helpful filters, you can easily find the home of your dreams that also fits within your budget. With rent prices as low as $1,795 in San Jose, CA, you can find affordable and appealing apartments that match your requirements. Sort your search by ‘Rent’ ascending to see the cheapest ones at the top of the list. As soon as you find your perfect apartment, make sure to contact the property to check for availability or apply online directly on RentCafe.

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