
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Midtown Milpitas Neighborhood of Milpitas, CA from $1,537 (35 Rentals)
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1780 S Main St

Calaveras Corners/Calaveras Heights/Driftwood

603 Berryessa St, Unit 603

Parc West

The Crossing at Montague

1423 S Milpitas Blvd

Griffis South Bay
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Turing at The Fields

Anton Aspire

Graham at The Fields

The Edge

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Lantana at Milpitas Station

Gideon
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804 Erie Cir

Montevista Apartments

Ivy Park at Milpitas

186-192 Selwyn Dr

308 Sango

Ilara

Spring Valley

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eaves San Jose

Crescent Village Apartment Homes

Epic

Elan at River Oaks

2195 Klassen Wy

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1895 N Capitol Ave, Unit SI FL1-ID3243A

2137 Amberwood Ln

The Redwoods at North Park
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AIRE

470 Navaro Way

Fountains at River Oaks
Midtown Milpitas, Milpitas, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Midtown Milpitas?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Midtown Milpitas Studio Apartments | $3,667 | $2,195 | $5,745 |
| Midtown Milpitas 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,884 | $1,695 | $7,660 |
| Midtown Milpitas 2 Bedroom Apartments | $4,647 | $3,100 | $8,605 |
| Midtown Milpitas 3 Bedroom Apartments | $5,383 | $3,695 | $10,000+ |
Browse Apartments in this Neighborhood
There are currently 35 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Midtown Milpitas Neighborhood of Milpitas, CA.
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Cheapest Available Midtown Milpitas Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Midtown Milpitas area of San Jose, CA is a Studio unit found at Calaveras Corners/Calaveras Heights/Driftwood priced from $2,195. Crescent Village Apartment Homes has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $2,905. Here are the most affordable Midtown Milpitas apartments for rent in San Jose, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Calaveras Corners/Calaveras Heights/Driftwood | Studio | Studio,1BA | $2,195 |
| Crescent Village Apartment Homes | Tesoro - Studios | Studio,1BA | $2,905 |
| AIRE | Studio 1 | Studio,1BA | $3,027 |
| Elan at River Oaks | Plan SA | Studio,1BA | $3,085 |
| Apex | Plan 1A | 1BR,1BA | $3,097 |
| North Park Apartment Homes | The Oaks- Studios | Studio,1BA | $3,130 |
| Ilara | A5 | 1BR,1BA | $3,191 |
| Epic | Chronicle | 1BR,1BA | $3,197 |
| Spring Valley | 2 bed 1 bath | 2BR,1BA | $3,215 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Midtown Milpitas, CA
As of September 11, 2026 the best value apartment in the Midtown Milpitas area is the $3.84 price per square foot Plan B2 Model at Gideon in the in the North San Jose neighborhood starting from $4,305. The second greatest value Midtown Milpitas apartment is the Victoria Falls Model at Fountains at River Oaks starting at $4,259 with a $4.06 price per square foot in the North San Jose neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Midtown Milpitas apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Gideon | Plan B2 | 2BR,2BA | $3.84 |
| Fountains at River Oaks | Victoria Falls | 2BR,2BA | $4.06 |
| Amalfi Apartments | B1-B | 2BR,2BA | $4.25 |
| Spring Valley | 2 bed 1 bath | 2BR,1BA | $3.86 |
| Griffis South Bay | Montague Platinum | 1BR,1BA | $4.38 |
| Ilara | A5 | 1BR,1BA | $4.06 |
| Turing at The Fields | Plan A4 | 1BR,1BA | $4.56 |
| Graham at The Fields | Plan A4 | 1BR,1BA | $4.77 |
| Epic | Odyssey | 1BR,1BA | $4.49 |
| Apex | Plan 1A | 1BR,1BA | $4.32 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Midtown Milpitas Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Midtown Milpitas?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Midtown Milpitas is at Calaveras Corners/Calaveras Heights/Driftwood listed at $2,195.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Midtown Milpitas Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Midtown Milpitas Apartment is $2,880 at The Crossing at Montague.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Midtown Milpitas Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Midtown Milpitas is starting from $3,195 at Calaveras Corners/Calaveras Heights/Driftwood.
What is the most affordable Midtown Milpitas Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Midtown Milpitas Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Calaveras Corners/Calaveras Heights/Driftwood and starts from $3,695.
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