Bay Area/ San Jose/ Real Estate & Development
Published on June 19, 2020
The cheapest apartments for rent in Downtown, San Jose420 S. Third St. | Photo: Zumper

Downtown is friendly for those on foot, is great for biking and has good transit options, according to Walk Score's rating system.

So what does the low-end rent on a rental in Downtown look like these days — and what might you get for the price?

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

Take a look at the cheapest listings available right now, below. (Note: Prices and availability are subject to change.)

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420 S. Third St.

Photo: Zumper
Photo: Zumper

This short-stay studio apartment, situated at 420 S. Third St., is listed for $1,595/month for its 374 square feet.

The listing promises quartz countertops and hardwood flooring in the unit. The building offers on-site laundry, secured entry and outdoor space. The rental is cat-friendly. The listing specifies a $500 pet deposit.

(See the complete listing here.)

457 S. 10th St.

Photo: Zumper
Photo: Zumper

Here's a one-bedroom, one-bathroom apartment at 457 S. 10th St., which, at 650 square feet, is going for $1,745/month.

Amenities offered in the building include assigned parking, on-site management, on-site laundry and secured entry. The apartment also features a mix of hardwood floors and carpeting. Pets are not welcome. The listing specifies a $49 application fee.

(See the full listing here.)

580 S. 11th St.

Photo: Zumper

Then there's this 618-square-foot apartment with one bedroom and one bathroom at 580 S. 11th St., listed at $1,750/month.

In the unit, anticipate carpeted floors. Amenities offered in the building include on-site laundry, additional storage space and assigned parking. Cats and dogs are not allowed. 

(See the listing here.)


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