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Apartments Under $500 in San Jose, CA

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123 Bell St
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Cambrian Council District
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All Apartments in San Jose, CA

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3D Tour
$3,069 - 3,679
Palma Sorrento at Palm Valley
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250 Palm Valley Blvd San Jose, CA
1 - 2 BR | Available Now
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29
3D Tour
$3,447 - 5,187
360 Residences
360 S Market St San Jose, CA
1 - 2 BR | Oct. 16, 2026
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79
$3,410
Creekside Apartments
3.4
1800 Stokes St San Jose, CA
2 BR | Dec. 1, 2026
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27
3D Tour
$3,199 - 4,017
Fountains at River Oaks
373 River Oaks Circle San Jose, CA
1 - 2 BR | Available Now
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22
3D Tour
$3,087 - 4,067
Enso
175 Baypointe Parkway San Jose, CA
Studio - 2 BR | Available Now
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24
3D Tour
$3,049 - 4,407
Bella Villagio
383 Vista Roma Way San Jose, CA
1 - 3 BR | Available Now
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$2,827 - 4,137
The Carlyle
2909 Nieman Blvd San Jose, CA
1 - 3 BR | Available Now
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51
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$3,867 - 4,857
ViO
5700 Village Oaks Dr San Jose, CA
2 - 3 BR | Available Now
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29
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$2,917 - 4,387
Century Towers
1729 N First St San Jose, CA
1 - 2 BR | Available Now
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27
3D Tour
$2,927 - 4,427
Waterford Place
1700 N 1St St San Jose, CA
1 - 3 BR | Available Now
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25
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$3,327 - 3,889
Mio
688 N. 7Th St San Jose, CA
1 - 2 BR | Available Now
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24
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$2,839 - 4,407
Santa Palmia at Palm Valley
150 Palm Valley Blvd, Suite 200 San Jose, CA
1 - 3 BR | Available Now
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$2,690 - 2,975
Parkside Glen
2.4
810 Hillsdale Ave San Jose, CA
2 - 3 BR | Available Now
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26
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$2,889 - 4,977
Willow Lake
1331 Lakeshore Circle San Jose, CA
1 - 3 BR | Available Now
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25
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$2,909 - 4,307
101 San Fernando
101 E San Fernando St Ste 100 San Jose, CA
1 - 2 BR | Available Now
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29
3D Tour
$2,909 - 4,799
Epic
600 Epic Way San Jose, CA
Studio - 3 BR | Available Now
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21
$2,536 - 3,070
Verde
3.2
5322 Wong Drive San Jose, CA
1 - 2 BR | Oct. 16, 2026
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43
3D Tour
$3,177 - 3,789
Patina at Midtown
355 Sunol St San Jose, CA
1 - 2 BR | Available Now
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29
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$3,599 - 4,717
Villa Veneto at Palm Valley
350 La Strada Dr San Jose, CA
1 - 3 BR | Available Now
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$2,807 - 5,417
The Esplanade
350 E Taylor St San Jose, CA
1 - 3 BR | Available Now
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68
$2,850 - 5,426
Duo Apartments
6670 Emergent Way San Jose, CA
Studio - 3 BR | Available Now
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$2,909 - 3,867
Marquis
817 N 10Th St San Jose, CA
Studio - 2 BR | Available Now
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$3,230 - 5,186
Vista 99
4.2
99 Vista Montana San Jose, CA
1 - 3 BR | Available Now
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$3,027
San Jose - Edenvale - South
Deal
6189 San Ignacio Ave San Jose, CA
Studio | Available Now
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182
$2,619 - 3,419
Paloma Vista
1277 San Tomas Aquino Road San Jose, CA
Studio - 2 BR | Available Now
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$2,860 - 3,455
The Lex
3.6
5560 Lexington Ave San Jose, CA
1 - 2 BR | Available Now
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$3,202 - 6,095
The Platform Urban Apartments
1501 Berryessa Rd San Jose, CA
Studio - 2 BR | Available Now
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29
$3,449
San Jose - Downtown
Deal
1560 N First St San Jose, CA
Studio | Available Now
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$2,787
San Jose - Edenvale - North
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6199 San Ignacio Ave San Jose, CA
Studio | Available Now
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$3,377 - 20,000
Miro
Deal
181 E Santa Clara St San Jose, CA
Studio - 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 is 1 apartment 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 85 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 147 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. Little Portugal North
  2. Cambrian Council District
  3. Hensley
  4. Carson
  5. Spartan

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

Welcome to the September 2026 San Jose Apartment Report. In this assessment of the local rental market, Rentable data scientists and rental experts break down the September 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 September 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 11 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 September M/M % Change
San Jose, CA 7 +0.93%
Campbell, CA 2 +1.0%
Livermore, CA 2 +1.14%
Cupertino, CA 1 +1.0%
Menlo Park, CA 0 +1.0%
Santa Clara, CA 0 +1.0%
Redwood City, CA 0 +1.0%
Pleasanton, CA 0 +1.5%

Looking for Apartments Under $500 in San Jose?

Available apartments under $500 236
Top amenities Range / Oven, Microwave, Ceiling Fans, High Speed Internet, Secured Entry
1 Bedroom 2
2 Bedroom 4
3 Bedroom 2

Where are San Jose Apartments Under $500?

Top Neighborhoods Little portugal north, Cambrian council district, Hensley, Carson, Spartan
Little Portugal North 2
Cambrian Council District 1
Hensley 1
Carson 1
Spartan 1
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