
Need a budget-friendly new spot? Though apartment hunting can be challenging, don't despair just yet — there are deals to be had. So what does the low-end rent on a rental in San Jose look like these days — and what might you get for the price?
We took a look at local listings for studios and one-bedroom apartments in San Jose via rental sites Zumper and Apartment Guide to find out what budget-minded apartment seekers can expect to find.
Take a look at the cheapest listings available right now, below. (Note: Prices and availability are subject to change.)
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808 Lenzen Ave.
Listed at $1,500/month, this one-bedroom, one-bathroom condo, located at 808 Lenzen Ave. in Downtown, is 19.7 percent less than the median rent for a one-bedroom in San Jose, which is currently estimated at around $1,868/month.
The condo comes furnished and includes air conditioning. Pets are not welcome.
According to Walk Score, the area around this address is very walkable and is convenient for biking.
(See the complete listing here.)
158 Graham Ave.
Then there's this 650-square-foot apartment with one bedroom and one bathroom at 158 Graham Ave. in Fairgrounds, listed at $1,595/month.
The unit comes with air conditioning and carpeted flooring. Amenities offered in the building include on-site laundry. Neither cats nor dogs are allowed. Be prepared for a $30 application fee.
Per Walk Score ratings, the surrounding area is very walkable, is convenient for biking and has some transit options.
(See the listing here.)
365 N. Autumn St.
Next, this one-bedroom, one-bathroom apartment, situated at 365 N. Autumn St. in Downtown, is listed for $1,795/month for its 550 square feet.
The apartment has hardwood flooring along with both air conditioning and central heating. Amenities offered in the building include assigned parking and on-site laundry. Pet owners, inquire elsewhere: This spot doesn't allow cats or dogs. There's no leasing fee required for this rental.
Walk Score indicates that this location is quite walkable, is convenient for biking and has good transit options.
(See the listing here.)
93 E. William St.
Finally, here's a one-bedroom, one-bathroom apartment at 93 E. William St. in Downtown, which, with 500 square feet, is also going for $1,795/month.
The building offers on-site laundry. The apartment also includes hardwood flooring, air conditioning and granite countertops. Cats and dogs are not allowed. Future tenants needn't worry about a leasing fee.
According to Walk Score's assessment, the surrounding area has excellent walkability, is a "biker's paradise" and has good transit options.
(Check out the listing here.)
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