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Apartments for Rent in San Jose, CA under $1700
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    27 N 6Th Street, San Jose, CA 95112
    2 BEDS $990
    3 BEDS $1,030
    4 BEDS $1,010
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    1371 Pedro Street, San Jose, CA 95126
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    1801 Park Avenue, San Jose, CA 95126
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    2080 Fruitdale Ave, San Jose, CA 95128
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    2772 MONTEREY HWY, SAN JOSE, CA 95111
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    628 South 10Th Street, San Jose, CA 95112
    STUDIO $1,500
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    270 E. Empire Street, San Jose, CA 95112
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    1 BED $977+
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    1410 Roberts Avenue, San Jose, CA 95122
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    1 BED $1,650
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    5225 Terner Way, San Jose, CA 95136
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    1 BED $1,650
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    4343 Renaissance Drive, San Jose, CA 95134
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    1001 South Main Street, Milpitas, CA 95035
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    1 BED $1,624+
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    1655 Pomeroy Avenue, Santa Clara, CA 95051
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    1141 Miramar Way, Sunnyvale, CA 94086
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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 10 Mar 2025.

What are the best apartments in San Jose, CA?

The best apartments in San Jose, CA are: Enclave, The Woods Apartments, Cherrywood Apartments, The Ryden and The Platform Urban Apartments.

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

In San Jose 44% of the housing is rented out compared to 56% of homes are owned, according to the most recent Census Bureau estimates. 28% of San Jose’s apartments are found in large buildings of 50 units or more, 49% are located in smaller apartment complexes with less than 50 units, and 22% are single-family rentals.

Apartments in San Jose, CA under $1,700

Balancing snug and cheap is no joke when it comes to renting a place to live. “Are there any apartments near me under $1,700?” is a great question to start from. Knowing your budget means you’re one step ahead and on the right track. We’ve taken care of the rest and found 23 apartments for rent in San Jose, CA on which you’ll spend less than $1,700. A small, cheap rental means you’ll have to budget your living space as well. The great news is that keeping it simple pays off in more than one way. The cost of utilities is likely to run low, and you get the added benefit of not having to spend too much time cleaning up the whole place. Smaller apartments are more likely to be closer to the city center, so there are potential cuts to your transportation costs too. And here’s one more very special secret to add to your book-of-perks: you’re less likely to overshop when you know your space is limited.

Rentals near you under $1,700

Our goal is to help you find cheap apartments that live up to your dreams without crushing your budget. It may be a long shot to go looking for 3 bedroom apartments or even 2 bedroom for less than $1,700. The average rental size in San Jose, CA is 784 Sqft, but the $1,700 limit will probably narrow your search to places with a smaller square footage. Go through our listings and be on the look-out for a hassle-free studio or a 1 bedroom apartment. We trust you’ll turn it into a cozy home which is also budget-friendly to the core.

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