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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 - 4,109
Sofi Riverview Park
251 Brandon Street San Jose, CA
1 - 2 BR | Available Now
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Dog Friendly
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Luxury
Air Conditioning
Covered Parking
9
$ Ask - 2,708
The Enclave
4343 Renaissance Drive San Jose, CA
1 BR | Available Now
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Section 8
Air Conditioning
1 - 3 of 3 Results

All Apartments in San Jose, CA

30 Results
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3D Tour
$2,649 - 4,339
Waterford Place
1700 N 1St St San Jose, CA
1 - 3 BR | Available Now
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25
3D Tour
$2,929 - 3,649
Mio
688 N. 7Th St San Jose, CA
1 - 2 BR | Available Now
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Dog Friendly
Cat Friendly
Luxury
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24
3D Tour
$2,659 - 4,569
Santa Palmia at Palm Valley
Deal
150 Palm Valley Blvd, Suite 200 San Jose, CA
1 - 3 BR | Available Now
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Dog Friendly
Cat Friendly
Luxury
Air Conditioning
In Unit Laundry
86
$2,414 - 2,920
Creekside Apartments
3.4
1800 Stokes St San Jose, CA
1 - 2 BR | Available Now
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27
3D Tour
$2,799 - 3,427
Fountains at River Oaks
373 River Oaks Circle San Jose, CA
1 - 2 BR | Available Now
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43
3D Tour
$2,397 - 3,567
Patina at Midtown
355 Sunol St San Jose, CA
Studio - 2 BR | Available Now
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In Unit Laundry
31
3D Tour
$2,657 - 3,539
Meridian at Midtown
1432 W San Carlos St San Jose, CA
Studio - 2 BR | Available Now
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29
3D Tour
$3,649 - 4,609
Villa Veneto at Palm Valley
350 La Strada Dr San Jose, CA
2 - 3 BR | Available Now
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Dog Friendly
Cat Friendly
Luxury
Air Conditioning
In Unit Laundry
16
$2,283
Parkside Glen
2.4
810 Hillsdale Ave San Jose, CA
1 BR | May. 1, 2026
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Cat Friendly
Luxury
Air Conditioning
Balcony/Deck/Patio
Fitness Center
26
3D Tour
$2,917 - 4,117
Willow Lake
1331 Lakeshore Circle San Jose, CA
1 - 3 BR | Available Now
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Luxury
Air Conditioning
In Unit Laundry
25
3D Tour
$2,527 - 3,957
101 San Fernando
Deal
101 E San Fernando St Ste 100 San Jose, CA
Studio - 2 BR | Available Now
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Luxury
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In Unit Laundry
20
3D Tour
$2,717 - 3,837
The Carlyle
2909 Nieman Blvd San Jose, CA
1 - 3 BR | Mar. 7, 2026
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Luxury
Air Conditioning
In Unit Laundry
21
$2,314 - 2,912
Verde
3.2
5322 Wong Drive San Jose, CA
1 - 2 BR | Available Now
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Luxury
Air Conditioning
Covered Parking
51
3D Tour
$2,919 - 4,117
ViO
Deal
5700 Village Oaks 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
29
3D Tour
$2,559 - 3,919
Century Towers
1729 N First St San Jose, CA
1 - 2 BR | Available Now
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Dog Friendly
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Luxury
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In Unit Laundry
22
3D Tour
$2,987 - 3,927
Enso
Deal
175 Baypointe Parkway San Jose, CA
1 - 2 BR | Available Now
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Luxury
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In Unit Laundry
29
3D Tour
$2,647 - 4,067
Epic
600 Epic Way San Jose, CA
Studio - 2 BR | Available Now
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Luxury
Air Conditioning
In Unit Laundry
24
3D Tour
$2,659 - 3,867
Palma Sorrento at Palm Valley
250 Palm Valley Blvd San Jose, CA
1 - 3 BR | Available Now
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Luxury
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In Unit Laundry
29
3D Tour
$3,929 - 5,227
360 Residences
360 S Market St San Jose, CA
2 - 3 BR | Available Now
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29
3D Tour
$2,479 - 3,769
Silver
Deal
333 Sunol St San Jose, CA
Studio - 2 BR | Available Now
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In Unit Laundry
24
3D Tour
$2,529 - 4,069
Bella Villagio
Deal
383 Vista Roma Way San Jose, CA
1 - 3 BR | Available Now
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Dog Friendly
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Luxury
Air Conditioning
In Unit Laundry
25
3D Tour
$2,957 - 3,839
The Esplanade
350 E Taylor St San Jose, CA
1 - 2 BR | Available Now
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Dog Friendly
Cat Friendly
Luxury
Townhome
Air Conditioning
68
$2,789 - 6,994
Duo Apartments
6670 Emergent Way San Jose, CA
Studio - 3 BR | Available Now
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24
3D Tour
$2,819 - 3,497
Marquis
817 N 10Th St San Jose, CA
1 - 2 BR | Mar. 1, 2026
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Dog Friendly
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Balcony/Deck/Patio
39
3D Tour
$3,068 - 6,692
The Platform Urban Apartments
Deal
1501 Berryessa Rd San Jose, CA
Studio - 3 BR | Available Now
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Dog Friendly
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Luxury
Air Conditioning
41
$3,299
San Jose - Downtown
1560 N First St San Jose, CA
Studio | Available Now
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Short-term
Air Conditioning
Covered Parking
39
$2,099
San Jose - Edenvale - North
6199 San Ignacio Ave San Jose, CA
Studio | Available Now
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101
$2,129 - 3,560
Paloma Vista
Deal
1277 San Tomas Aquino Road San Jose, CA
1 - 2 BR | Available Now
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55
$2,249
San Jose - Edenvale - South
6189 San Ignacio Ave San Jose, CA
Studio | Available Now
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Short-term
Air Conditioning
Covered Parking
50
$2,640 - 3,575
The Lex
Deal
3.6
5560 Lexington Ave San Jose, CA
1 - 2 BR | 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 1 studio apartment under $500 available for rent in San Jose.

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

Rentable.co has 72 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 120 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. Hensley
  3. Muir
  4. Little Portugal North
  5. Carson

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

Welcome to the February 2026 San Jose Apartment Report. In this assessment of the local rental market, Rentable data scientists and rental experts break down the February 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 10 20 30 40 <$1,800 $1,860 $1,980 $2,100 $2,220 $2,340 $2,460 $2,580 $2,700 $2,820 $2,940 $3,060 $3,180 $3,300 $3,420 $3,540

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

San Jose, CA
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In the month of February 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 14 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 February M/M % Change
San Jose, CA 6 +0.97%
Campbell, CA 2 +1.13%
Livermore, CA 2 +0.89%
Cupertino, CA 1 +1.0%
Milpitas, CA 0 +1.33%
Palo Alto, CA 0 +1.0%
Los Gatos, CA 0 +1.0%
Fremont, CA 0 +1.5%

Looking for Apartments Under $500 in San Jose?

Available apartments under $500 362
Top amenities Fitness Center, Air Conditioning, Dishwasher, Balcony/Deck/Patio, Refrigerator
Deals 8
Pet friendly 21
Studio 1
1 Bedroom 8
2 Bedroom 16

Where are San Jose Apartments Under $500?

Top Neighborhoods Cambrian council district, Hensley, Muir, Little portugal north, Carson
Cambrian Council District 1
Hensley 1
Muir 1
Little Portugal North 1
Carson 1
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