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Apartments for Rent in San Jose, CA under $3000

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    Kitchen at The Enclave CA, San Jose, 95134 Bedroom at The Enclave CA, San Jose, 95134
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    4343 Renaissance Drive, San Jose, CA 95134
    Income Restricted
    STUDIO $2,638+
    1 BED $2,731+
    Kitchen at The Enclave CA, San Jose, 95134 Bedroom at The Enclave CA, San Jose, 95134 Dining room table with view of kitchen at The Enclave CA, San Jose, 95134 Swimming Pool at The Enclave CA, San Jose, 95134
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  • a white apartment building with a sign in front of it
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    1135 Bird Avenue, San Jose, CA 95125
    1 BED $2,350
    2 BEDS Ask for Pricing
  • a red pool table in a living room
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    1111 Weyburn Lane, San Jose, CA 95129
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    1 BED $2,305
  • the building where the motel is located
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    1172 Brace Avenue, San Jose, CA 95125
    2 BEDS $2,795
  • A kitchen with white cabinets and a black stove top.
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    480 Boynton Avenue, San Jose, CA 95117
    1 BED $2,295+
    2 BEDS Ask for Pricing
  • a living room with a couch and a table
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    4343 Renaissance Drive, San Jose, CA 95134
    Income Restricted
    STUDIO $2,638+
    1 BED $2,731+
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  • a backyard with a pool and a patio with a table and chairs
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    840 Villa Avenue, San Jose, CA 95126
    STUDIO $1,995+
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  • a living room with a couch and a coffee table and a tv
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    4515 Hamilton Ave., San Jose, CA 95130
    1 BED $2,095
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  • a swimming pool with an office building in the background
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    5475 Prospect Rd., San Jose, CA 95129
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    1 BED $2,350
  • a kitchen with white cabinets and a stove and a refrigerator
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    394 Boynton Ave., San Jose, CA 95117
    STUDIO $1,795+
  • a kitchen with white cabinets and a sink and a refrigerator
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    7213 Rainbow Dr., San Jose, CA 95129
    STUDIO $1,950
  • an empty living room with a wooden floor and a white door
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    398 Boynton Ave, San Jose, CA 95117
    STUDIO $1,850
    1 BED Ask for Pricing
    2 BEDS $2,595
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  • A room with wooden floors and white walls.
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    1040-1058 N 4Th St., San Jose, CA 95112
    STUDIO $1,895+
    2 BEDS $2,350
  • Living room with sofa at Hamilton, San Jose, 95130
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    4680 Hamilton Avenue, San Jose, CA 95130
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    1 BED $2,425
  • a kitchen with white appliances and white cabinets and a sink
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    1150 Ranchero Way, San Jose, CA 95117
    STUDIO $1,975+
    1 BED $2,350
    2 BEDS $2,800
  • A white refrigerator in a kitchen with white cabinets.
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    1600 Petersen Avenue, San Jose, CA 95129
    2 BEDS $2,950
  • A white kitchen with a stove and a hose.
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    260 N Capitol Avenue, San Jose, CA 95127
    1 BED $2,200
    2 BEDS Ask for Pricing
  • a living room with a couch and a table
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    1489 Fruitdale Avenue, San Jose, CA 95128
    2 BEDS $2,795
  • a living room with a white couch and a yellow striped rug
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    4400 Albany Drive, San Jose, CA 95129
    1 BED Ask for Pricing
  • a living room with a kitchen and a table and chairs
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    760 N. 7Th Street, San Jose, CA 95112
    1 BED $2,905+
    2 BEDS Ask for Pricing
  • a living room with a couch and a tv and a dining room
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    3246 Cortese Circle, San Jose, CA 95127
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    2 BEDS $2,850+
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  • a large living room with furniture and a television
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    3401 Iron Point Drive, San Jose, CA 95134
    STUDIO $2,778+
    1 BED Ask for Pricing
  • a living room and kitchen with a couch and a table
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    5805 Charlotte Drive, San Jose, CA 95123
    1 BED $2,813+
  • a large living room with couches and chairs
    36
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    345 Village Center Drive, San Jose, CA 95134
    STUDIO $2,664+
    1 BED $2,867+
  • a living room with a couch and a ceiling fan
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    3737 Casa Verde St, San Jose, CA 95134
    STUDIO $2,730+
    1 BED Ask for Pricing
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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 17 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 housing is rented out compared to 56% of homes are owned, according to the most recent Census Bureau estimates. 29% of San Jose’s apartments are found in large buildings of 50 units or more, 48% are located in smaller apartment complexes with less than 50 units, and 22% are single-family rentals.

Renting apartments in San Jose, CA under $2,100

Searching for apartments for rent in San Jose, CA under $2,100 is not an easy task, but luckily you have come to the right place. Whether you are a student on a budget, a young professional on the move, or simply a frugal person, RentCafe can help you find what you are looking for. Just make sure you know what you consider non-negotiable and what you can compromise on. Your new home is just a few clicks away. In San Jose, CA, where the average rent is $1,857 per month, there are 79 units available for less than $2,100. Click on any of these units to see pictures, floor plans, amenities and more. After you have picked your favorite, you can contact the property to check availability. Considering that you are trying to spend as little as possible, looking at 1 bedroom apartments and studio apartments might be a good idea.

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