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Apartments Under $500 in San Jose, CA

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$500
123 Bell St
San Jose, AL
2 BR | Ask for Availability
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Cambrian Council District
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$ Ask - 2,708
The Enclave
4343 Renaissance Drive San Jose, CA
1 BR | Available Now
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Dog Friendly
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Luxury
Section 8
Air Conditioning
7
$ Ask - 4,109
Sofi Riverview Park
251 Brandon Street San Jose, CA
1 - 2 BR | Available Now
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1 - 3 of 3 Results

All Apartments in San Jose, CA

30 Results
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3D Tour
$3,167 - 5,009
ViO
5700 Village Oaks Dr San Jose, CA
1 - 3 BR | Available Now
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Cat Friendly
Luxury
Air Conditioning
In Unit Laundry
29
3D Tour
$3,109 - 4,439
Century Towers
1729 N First St San Jose, CA
1 - 2 BR | Available Now
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Dog Friendly
Cat Friendly
Luxury
Air Conditioning
In Unit Laundry
24
3D Tour
$2,977 - 4,287
Palma Sorrento at Palm Valley
250 Palm Valley Blvd San Jose, CA
1 - 3 BR | Available Now
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Dog Friendly
Cat Friendly
Luxury
Air Conditioning
In Unit Laundry
29
3D Tour
$3,469 - 5,167
360 Residences
360 S Market St San Jose, CA
1 - 2 BR | Aug. 24, 2026
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Cat Friendly
Luxury
Air Conditioning
In Unit Laundry
21
$2,789 - 3,083
Verde
3.2
5322 Wong Drive San Jose, CA
1 - 2 BR | Available Now
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20
3D Tour
$2,777 - 4,369
The Carlyle
2909 Nieman Blvd San Jose, CA
1 - 3 BR | Available Now
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In Unit Laundry
22
3D Tour
$3,109 - 4,287
Enso
175 Baypointe Parkway San Jose, CA
Studio - 2 BR | Available Now
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Dog Friendly
Cat Friendly
Luxury
Air Conditioning
In Unit Laundry
79
$2,740 - 3,250
Creekside Apartments
3.4
1800 Stokes St San Jose, CA
1 - 2 BR | Aug. 22, 2026
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Cat Friendly
Luxury
Air Conditioning
Covered Parking
27
3D Tour
$3,187 - 4,187
Fountains at River Oaks
373 River Oaks Circle San Jose, CA
1 - 2 BR | Available Now
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Luxury
Air Conditioning
In Unit Laundry
29
3D Tour
$2,967 - 3,817
Silver
333 Sunol St San Jose, CA
Studio - 2 BR | Available Now
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Luxury
Air Conditioning
In Unit Laundry
24
3D Tour
$2,967 - 4,257
Bella Villagio
383 Vista Roma Way San Jose, CA
1 - 3 BR | Available Now
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Cat Friendly
Luxury
Air Conditioning
In Unit Laundry
25
3D Tour
$4,047 - 4,269
Mio
688 N. 7Th St San Jose, CA
2 BR | Sep. 9, 2026
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Cat Friendly
Luxury
Air Conditioning
In Unit Laundry
27
3D Tour
$3,017 - 4,447
Waterford Place
1700 N 1St St San Jose, CA
1 - 3 BR | Available Now
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Luxury
Air Conditioning
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24
3D Tour
$2,999 - 4,789
Santa Palmia at Palm Valley
150 Palm Valley Blvd, Suite 200 San Jose, CA
1 - 3 BR | Available Now
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Dog Friendly
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Luxury
Air Conditioning
In Unit Laundry
29
3D Tour
$3,027 - 5,107
Epic
600 Epic Way San Jose, CA
Studio - 3 BR | Available Now
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Luxury
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In Unit Laundry
25
3D Tour
$3,167 - 5,267
The Esplanade
350 E Taylor St San Jose, CA
Studio - 3 BR | Available Now
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Dog Friendly
Cat Friendly
Luxury
Townhome
Air Conditioning
16
$2,461 - 2,690
Parkside Glen
2.4
810 Hillsdale Ave San Jose, CA
2 - 3 BR | Sep. 15, 2026
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Cat Friendly
Luxury
Air Conditioning
Balcony/Deck/Patio
Fitness Center
26
3D Tour
$3,279 - 4,749
Willow Lake
Deal
1331 Lakeshore Circle San Jose, CA
1 - 3 BR | Available Now
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Cat Friendly
Luxury
Air Conditioning
In Unit Laundry
25
3D Tour
$2,817 - 4,637
101 San Fernando
101 E San Fernando St Ste 100 San Jose, CA
Studio - 2 BR | Aug. 19, 2026
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Luxury
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68
$3,015 - 6,014
Duo Apartments
6670 Emergent Way San Jose, CA
Studio - 3 BR | Available Now
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24
3D Tour
$2,767 - 3,837
Marquis
817 N 10Th St San Jose, CA
Studio - 2 BR | Available Now
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Dog Friendly
Cat Friendly
Air Conditioning
In Unit Laundry
Balcony/Deck/Patio
43
3D Tour
$2,729 - 3,757
Patina at Midtown
355 Sunol St San Jose, CA
Studio - 2 BR | Available Now
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Luxury
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29
3D Tour
$3,019 - 5,207
Villa Veneto at Palm Valley
Deal
350 La Strada Dr San Jose, CA
1 - 3 BR | Available Now
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Dog Friendly
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Luxury
Air Conditioning
In Unit Laundry
50
$3,000 - 3,675
The Lex
3.6
5560 Lexington Ave San Jose, CA
1 - 2 BR | Available Now
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Luxury
Air Conditioning
Covered Parking
182
$2,517 - 3,321
Paloma Vista
1277 San Tomas Aquino Road San Jose, CA
Studio - 2 BR | Available Now
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Luxury
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35
$3,089
San Jose - Edenvale - South
6189 San Ignacio Ave San Jose, CA
Studio | Available Now
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Dog Friendly
Cat Friendly
Short-term
Air Conditioning
Covered Parking
80
$3,238 - 5,411
Vista 99
4.2
99 Vista Montana San Jose, CA
1 - 3 BR | Available Now
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Luxury
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30
$2,909
San Jose - Airport
55 E Brokaw Rd San Jose, CA
Studio | Available Now
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Covered Parking
39
3D Tour
$3,380 - 6,819
The Platform Urban Apartments
1501 Berryessa Rd San Jose, CA
1 - 3 BR | Available Now
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Luxury
Air Conditioning
Covered Parking
In Unit Laundry
29
$3,749
San Jose - Downtown
1560 N First St San Jose, CA
Studio | Available Now
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Frequently Asked Questions

How many apartments under $500 are available in San Jose, CA on Rentable.co?

There are 3 apartments under $500 in San Jose currently available for rent on Rentable.co.

How many studio apartments under $500 are available in San Jose?

Rentable.co has 21 studio apartments under $500 available for rent in San Jose.

How many one-bedroom apartments under $500 are available in San Jose?

Rentable.co has 172 one-bedroom apartments under $500 available for rent in San Jose.

How many two-bedroom apartments under $500 are available in San Jose?

Rentable.co has 194 two-bedroom apartments under $500 available for rent in San Jose.

Can I afford a apartment under $500 in San Jose, CA?

To comfortably afford a apartment under $500 in San Jose based on average rent prices, a household would need an annual income of $20,000.

Which neighborhoods have the most apartments under $500 for rent in San Jose, CA?

  1. Cambrian Council District
  2. West San Carlos
  3. Hensley
  4. Little Portugal North
  5. Carson

Apartments Under $500 in San Jose, CA: August Rental Information

Welcome to the August 2026 San Jose Apartment Report. In this assessment of the local rental market, Rentable data scientists and rental experts break down the August 2026 key findings and figures for the San Jose rental landscape.

Our experts analyze the inventory trends for apartments under $500 — overall market rent-distribution, availability by bedroom count, and month-over-month comparisons — in San Jose and surrounding areas. This summary also provides an insight into available features and amenities, as well as location options for apartments under $500 in San Jose. Whether you're a student, a young professional, or someone looking for affordable housing options, this report will help you navigate the rental market in San Jose and find an apartment that fits your budget and lifestyle.
0 7 15 22 30 <$1,900 $1,960 $2,080 $2,200 $2,320 $2,440 $2,560 $2,680 $2,800 $2,920 $3,040 $3,160 $3,280 $3,400 $3,520 >$3,640

Available Apartments Under $500: San Jose vs. Surrounding Areas

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In the month of August 2026, there are a number of apartments available for rent in San Jose, CA and the surrounding cities at prices below $500. This chart provides an overview of the rental market in the area. The cities near San Jose, including Menlo Park, Milpitas, Monte Sereno, Morgan Hill, Mountain View, Atherton, Newark, Palo Alto, Campbell, Pleasanton, Portola Valley, Redwood City, Cupertino, East Palo Alto, Santa Clara, Saratoga, Fremont, Sunnyvale, Woodside, Livermore, Los Altos, Los Altos Hills, Los Gatos, Fortaleza, Sunol, and Stanford, offer a variety of affordable housing options for those on a tight budget. In total, there are 13 available apartments under $500 in the San Jose, CA metro area. Rentable's apartment search feature can help prospective renters find the perfect affordable apartment in this vibrant region.

Apartments Under $500 Now vs. Last Month: San Jose and Surrounding Areas

City Apartments Under $500 in August M/M % Change
San Jose, CA 7 +1.0%
Livermore, CA 2 +1.0%
Campbell, CA 2 +1.0%
Cupertino, CA 1 +1.0%
Fremont, CA 0 +1.0%
Pleasanton, CA 0 +1.0%
Redwood City, CA 0 +1.5%
Menlo Park, CA 0 +1.0%
Sunnyvale, CA 0 +1.0%

Looking for Apartments Under $500 in San Jose?

Available apartments under $500 315
Top amenities Fitness Center, Air Conditioning, Dishwasher, Balcony/Deck/Patio, Refrigerator
Pet friendly 1
Studio 2
1 Bedroom 2
2 Bedroom 4

Where are San Jose Apartments Under $500?

Top Neighborhoods Cambrian council district, West san carlos, Hensley, Little portugal north, Carson
Cambrian Council District 1
West San Carlos 1
Hensley 1
Little Portugal North 1
Carson 1
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