Cheap Apartments for Rent in the East Side Gilroy Neighborhood of Gilroy, CA from $1,500 (27 Rentals)
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East Side Gilroy, Gilroy, CA Local Guide
How much does it cost to rent an apartment in East Side Gilroy?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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East Side Gilroy 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,232 | $1,650 | $2,685 |
East Side Gilroy 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,201 | $1,970 | $2,408 |
East Side Gilroy 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,809 | $2,270 | $3,150 |
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There are currently 27 rentals with your search options within a 1 mile radius of the East Side Gilroy Neighborhood of Gilroy, CA.
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Cheapest Available East Side Gilroy Apartments for Rent
 Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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Village at First | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,650 |
The Cannery | Two Bedrooms | 2BR,2BA | $2,048 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in East Side Gilroy, CA
As of June 13, 2025 the best value apartment in the East Side Gilroy area is the $2.49 price per square foot Three Bedrooms Model at The Cannery in the in the West Side Gilroy neighborhood starting from $2,772. The second greatest value East Side Gilroy apartment is the 2A Model at Village at First starting at $1,970 with a $2.86 price per square foot in the West Side Gilroy neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for East Side Gilroy apartments based on price per square foot:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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The Cannery | Three Bedrooms | 3BR,2BA | $2.49 |
Village at First | 2A | 2BR,1BA | $2.86 |
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Lifestyle Ratings
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap East Side Gilroy Apartments
How do the prices of cheap apartments compare to the average apartment in East Side Gilroy?
Cheap apartments in East Side Gilroy have an average cost of $1,623 which is $1,149 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in East Side Gilroy.
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