Bay Area/ San Jose/ Real Estate & Development
Published on June 12, 2020
Budget apartments for rent in Fairgrounds, San Jose 951 S. 12th St. | Photo: Zumper

Apartment hunting on a budget can be frustrating. So what does a cheap price on a rental in Fairgrounds look like these days — and what might you get for the price?

Walk Score indicates that the neighborhood is very walkable, is a "biker's paradise" and has a few nearby public transportation options. It also features median rents for a one-bedroom that hover around $1,695, compared to a $1,825 one-bedroom median for San Jose as a whole.

A look at local listings in Fairgrounds via rental sites Zumper and Apartment Guide yields a look at what budget-minded apartment seekers can expect to find in this San Jose neighborhood.

Read on for the cheapest listings available right now. (Note: Prices and availability are subject to change.)

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951 S. 12th St.

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Listed at $2,395/month, this 1,130-square-foot two-bedroom, two-bathroom address is located at 951 S. 12th St.

Amenities offered in the building include a swimming pool and assigned parking; the residence also features both air conditioning and central heating along with a walk-in closet. The rental is dog-friendly. Future tenants needn't worry about a leasing fee.

(See the complete listing here.)

72 Rancho Drive

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Photo: Zumper

This two-bedroom, two-bathroom condo, situated at 72 Rancho Drive, is listed for $2,499/month for its 918 square feet.

Expect to see in-unit laundry, a dishwasher and air conditioning in the unit. Amenities offered in the building include garage parking. Cats and dogs are not welcome. The rental doesn't require a leasing fee.

(See the complete listing here.)

164 Rancho Manor Court

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Photo: Zumper

Then, here's a two-bedroom, two-and-a-half-bathroom townhouse at 164 Rancho Manor Court, which is going for $2,500/month.

When it comes to building amenities, expect outdoor space and garage parking. In the unit, you'll find granite countertops and a dishwasher. Neither cats nor dogs are welcome.

(See the full listing here.)

856 Palm St.

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Photo: Zumper

Next, there's this 1,008-square-foot living space with three bedrooms and two bathrooms at 856 Palm St., listed at $2,900/month.

The residence features granite countertops. Cats and dogs are not permitted. The listing specifies a $2,900 security deposit.

(See the listing here.)


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