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7598 Monterey Rd

771 Williamsburg Way
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360 Mesa Rd

13180 Depot St

375 Clifford Ave
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Gilroy, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent a home in Gilroy?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Gilroy 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $3,090 | $2,695 | $3,550 |
Gilroy 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $4,357 | $3,250 | $9,750 |
Gilroy 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $4,926 | $2,950 | $8,500 |
Gilroy 5 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $5,297 | $4,800 | $5,795 |
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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Gilroy, CA
Pricing Updated: 05/24/2025Current apartment rentals in the Gilroy, CA area range in price from $2,499 to $5,795 with an overall median price of $4,283. The three Gilroy neighborhoods with the lowest median rent pricing are East Side Gilroy at $2,499, Mesa Ranch at $2,499, and Lions Creek at $4,400. Here is today’s list of the top 5 neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for Gilroy Apartments for rent:
Neighborhood | Median Price | Min Price | Available Units |
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East Side Gilroy | $2,499 | $2,499 | 1 |
Mesa Ranch | $3,975 | $2,499 | 4 |
Lions Creek | $4,550 | $4,400 | 1 |
Central Gilroy | $4,600 | $2,499 | 4 |
West Side Gilroy | $5,795 | $4,400 | 1 |
Cheapest Available Gilroy Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Gilroy, CA is a 1 Bed unit found at Village at First in the West Side Gilroy neighborhood priced from $1,650. Alexander Station in the Mesa Ranch neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $1,934. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Gilroy apartments for rent:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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Village at First | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,650 |
Alexander Station | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1,934 |
Glen Loma Ranch | 2 Bedroom 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $2,164 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Gilroy, CA
As of May 24, 2025 the best value apartment in the Gilroy area is the $2.30 price per square foot 2 Bedroom Model at Alexander Station in the in the Mesa Ranch neighborhood starting from $1,934. The second greatest value Gilroy apartment is the 2 Bed 1 Bath Model at Cadena Apartments starting at $2,495 with a $3.08 price per square foot in the West Side Gilroy neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Gilroy apartments based on price per square foot:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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Alexander Station | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $2.30 |
Cadena Apartments | 2 Bed 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $3.08 |
Village at First | 2A | 2BR,1BA | $2.86 |
Cypress Pointe Apartments | 1x1 A | 1BR,1BA | $3.91 |
Glen Loma Ranch | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $3.65 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Gilroy
What type of rentals are currently available in Gilroy?
There are currently 180 Apartments for Rent in Gilroy, CA with pricing that ranges from $1,650 to $5,172. There are also 37 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Gilroy ranging from $2,200 to $9,750.
What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Gilroy?
Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Gilroy ranges from $2,200 to $9,750 with an average monthly rent of $4,046.
How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Gilroy?
For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Gilroy range from $2,270 to $3,031, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $3,250 to $9,750. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $2,950 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $3,371.
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