
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Central Gilroy Neighborhood of Gilroy, CA from $1,200 (61 Rentals)
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Village at Santa Teresa Apartments

Mission Park

Village at First

Kern Avenue Apartments

Terrazo Apartments

Cadena Apartments

The Cannery

7217 A-D Dowdy Street

8212 Kelton Drive
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7233 Rosanna Street

840 El Cerrito Way

8205 Wren Ave

325-395 Gurries Dr

Allium

1171 Driftwood Ter

7060 Princevalle St

7191 Eigleberry St

7670 Church St

8275 Westwood Dr
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Yuba Apartments

1241 Juniper Dr

8200 Parish Way

351 2nd St

7182 Church St

7230 Dowdy St

8197 Kelton Dr

7561 Rosanna St

6951 Church St

88 W 9TH St
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8323 Forest St

310 3rd St

8051-8061 Church St

8247 Kelton Dr

8225 Kelton Dr

810 El Cerrito Way

159 5th St

820 El Cerrito Way

8203 Kelton Dr

7810 Hanna St
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8198 Kelton Dr

7516-7526 Forest St

773-777 El Cerrito Way

7130 Rosanna St

1191 Driftwood Ter

The Patricia

7531 Forest St

7131 Church St

Palmera Park

Bellagio Villas
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Central Gilroy, Gilroy, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Central Gilroy?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Central Gilroy Studio Apartments | $2,795 | $2,795 | $2,795 |
| Central Gilroy 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,399 | $2,228 | $2,570 |
| Central Gilroy 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,753 | $2,395 | $3,095 |
| Central Gilroy 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,964 | $2,564 | $3,099 |
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Cheapest Available Central Gilroy Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Central Gilroy area of Gilroy, CA is a 2 Beds unit found at Village at First priced from $2,177. Cypress Pointe Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $2,570. Here are the most affordable Central Gilroy apartments for rent in Gilroy, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Village at First | 2x1 2B | 2BR,1BA | $2,177 |
| Cypress Pointe Apartments | 1x1 A | 1BR,1BA | $2,570 |
| Village at Santa Teresa Apartments | 2x1 A | 2BR,1BA | $2,629 |
| Mission Park | The Capistrano | 2BR,1BA | $2,918 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Central Gilroy, CA
As of June 12, 2026 the best value apartment in the Central Gilroy area is the $3.10 price per square foot The Capistrano Model at Mission Park in the in the Central Gilroy neighborhood starting from $2,918. The second greatest value Central Gilroy apartment is the 2x1 A Model at Village at Santa Teresa Apartments starting at $2,629 with a $3.25 price per square foot in the West Side Gilroy neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Central Gilroy apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mission Park | The Capistrano | 2BR,1.5BA | $3.10 |
| Village at Santa Teresa Apartments | 2x1 A | 2BR,1BA | $3.25 |
| Village at First | 1x1 1A | 1BR,1BA | $3.10 |
| Cypress Pointe Apartments | 1x1 A | 1BR,1BA | $4.11 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Central Gilroy Apartments
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Central Gilroy Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Central Gilroy Apartment is $2,228 at Village at First.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Central Gilroy Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Central Gilroy is starting from $2,177 at Village at First.
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