
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

Village at First

Mission Park

Cadena Apartments

Kern Avenue Apartments

Terrazo 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

1241 Juniper Dr

7670 Church St

Allium

1171 Driftwood Ter

7060 Princevalle St

7191 Eigleberry St
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8275 Westwood Dr

Yuba Apartments

351 2nd St

8200 Parish Way

7182 Church St

7230 Dowdy St

8203 Kelton Dr

8197 Kelton Dr

7561 Rosanna St

6951 Church St
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88 W 9TH St

8323 Forest St

310 3rd St

8051-8061 Church St

8247 Kelton Dr

810 El Cerrito Way

8225 Kelton Dr

820 El Cerrito Way

159 5th St

8198 Kelton Dr
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773-777 El Cerrito Way

7130 Rosanna St

7516-7526 Forest St

1191 Driftwood Ter

The Patricia

7810 Hanna St

7131 Church St

7531 Forest 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 | $2,595 | $2,595 | $2,595 |
| Central Gilroy 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,423 | $2,250 | $2,645 |
| Central Gilroy 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,726 | $2,177 | $3,145 |
| Central Gilroy 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,987 | $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 Santa Teresa Apartments priced from $2,629. Cypress Pointe Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $2,645. Here are the most affordable Central Gilroy apartments for rent in Gilroy, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Village at Santa Teresa Apartments | 2x1 A | 2BR,1BA | $2,629 |
| Cypress Pointe Apartments | 1x1 A | 1BR,1BA | $2,645 |
| The Cannery | Two Bedrooms | 2BR,2BA | $2,691 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Central Gilroy, CA
As of July 27, 2026 the best value apartment in the Central Gilroy area is the $2.88 price per square foot Two Bedrooms Model at The Cannery in the in the Mesa Ranch neighborhood starting from $2,691. 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Cannery | Two Bedrooms | 2BR,2BA | $2.88 |
| Village at Santa Teresa Apartments | 2x1 A | 2BR,1BA | $3.25 |
| Cypress Pointe Apartments | 1x1 A | 1BR,1BA | $4.23 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Central Gilroy Apartments
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Central Gilroy?
Student, low-income, and by-the-bed apartments are typically the cheapest rentals in most cities, though they require qualifying criteria to rent. There are 3 regular apartments in Central Gilroy that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
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Rent According to Income: A Look at Income-Restricted Rentals
Written by: Robin Stewart
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There’s a tenet in marketing about client or customer attraction and retention. Studies and data have consistently shown it costs less to keep a current customer than to attract a new one.

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Written by: Robin Stewart
Evaluating rental properties for clients draws many parallels to house-hunting. Whether an apartment, loft, townhouse, or other rental, finding the right place means finding “home” for your client.