Cheap Apartments for Rent in Milpitas, CA from $1,400 (26 Rentals)

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The Laura Apartments
Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments

The Laura Apartments

1543 E Calaveras BlvdMilpitas, CA 95035
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Ivy Park at Milpitas
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Ivy Park at Milpitas

80 Cedar WayMilpitas, CA 95035
Senior Living
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Stonegate
2 Bedroom Apartments

Stonegate

4401 Renaissance DrSan Jose, CA 95134
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Century Towers
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Century Towers

1729 N 1st StSan Jose, CA 95112

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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Milpitas, CA

Pricing Updated: 08/03/2025

Current apartment rentals in the Milpitas, CA area range in price from to with an overall median price of . Here is today’s list neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for Milpitas Apartments for rent:

NeighborhoodMedian PriceMin PriceAvailable Units
North Milpitas$4,505$1,5008
Midtown$4,877$1,50052

Cheapest Available Milpitas Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Milpitas, CA is a Studio unit found at The Laura Apartments in the Midtown Milpitas neighborhood priced from $2,100. Calaveras Corners/Calaveras Heights/Driftwood in the Midtown Milpitas neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $2,295. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Milpitas apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
The Laura ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$2,100
Calaveras Corners/Calaveras Heights/Driftwood1x11BR,1BA$2,295
186-192 Selwyn Dr2Bed/1Ba2BR,1BA$2,350
Century TowersA11BR,1BA$2,409
eaves San JoseA11BR,1BA$2,511
ApexJ1Studio,1BA$2,617
ReNew BerryessaSierra1BR,1BA$2,625
Mill CreekThoreau1BR,1BA$2,645

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Milpitas, CA

As of August 03, 2025 the best value apartment in the Milpitas area is the $3.30 price per square foot Catalonia Model at River Terrace in the in the North Santa Clara neighborhood starting from $3,776. The second greatest value Milpitas apartment is the B4 Model at 121 Tasman starting at $3,750 with a $3.47 price per square foot in the North San Jose neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Milpitas apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
River TerraceCatalonia2BR,2BA$3.30
121 TasmanB42BR,2BA$3.47
Amalfi ApartmentsB1-A2BR,2BA$3.66
186-192 Selwyn Dr2Bed/1Ba2BR,1BA$2.35
The Crossing at MontagueDiablo2BR,1BA$3.47
The HazelwoodThe Azalea2BR,1BA$3.70
Woodland MeadowAspen1BR,1BA$3.36
Spring Valley2 bed 1 bath2BR,1BA$3.56
Willow LakeMaple1BR,1BA$3.71
Mill CreekThoreau1BR,1BA$3.62

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Milpitas Overview

Milpitas, CA is a beautiful city that is located near San Jose, CA and San Francisco, CA. The city is known for its mild weather, beautiful views, and friendly citizens. Over the past few years, the city of Milpitas, CA has grown quickly. It has become attractive to young professionals and families alike. Fortunately, there are plenty of options for those looking to live in apartments in Milpitas, CA.

Why live in Milpitas, CA?

There are individuals and families who are flocking to live in Milpitas, CA from all over the country. There is a plentiful supply of jobs in this area, with lots of opportunities in the technology sector. The city also provides ample access to beaches, sitting near the Pacific Ocean. Those who are looking for a getaway also do not have to look far, with San Francisco being nearby. The city also has a great school system, making this a great place to raise children while living in Milpitas, CA apartments.

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Getting Around Milpitas, CA

Walk Score®

59 / 100

Somewhat Walkable

Some errands can be accomplished on foot

Bike Score®

68 / 100

Bikeable

Some bike infrastructure

Transit Score®

43 / 100

Some Transit

A few nearby public transportation options

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Milpitas Apartments

What is a cheap apartment in Milpitas?

A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Milpitas is under $2,645.

What is the price of a cheap apartment in Milpitas?

The cheapest apartment in Milpitas is Calaveras Corners/Calaveras Heights/Driftwood which is listed at $2,295, while the average apartment in Milpitas costs $4,691.

What types of apartments are the cheapest in Milpitas?

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 Milpitas that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.

How do the prices of cheap apartments compare to the average apartment in Milpitas?

Cheap apartments in Milpitas have an average cost of $188 which is $4,503 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Milpitas.

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