Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Midtown Milpitas Neighborhood of Milpitas, CA from $1,700 (23 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
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Spring Valley
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Spring Valley

133 N Temple DrMilpitas, CA 95035

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Ilara
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Ilara

1201 S Main StMilpitas, CA 95035
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186-192 Selwyn Dr
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

186-192 Selwyn Dr

186-192 Selwyn DrMilpitas, CA 95035
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Midtown Milpitas, Milpitas, CA Local Guide

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 The Laura Apartments priced from $2,100. Spring Valley has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $2,405. Here are the most affordable Midtown Milpitas apartments for rent in San Jose, CA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
The Laura ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$2,100
Spring Valley1 bed 1 bath1BR,1BA$2,405
ApexJ2Studio,1BA$2,497
IlaraA11BR,1BA$2,591
EpicHeroicStudio,1BA$2,619

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Midtown Milpitas, CA

As of October 22, 2025 the best value apartment in the Midtown Milpitas area is the $4.15 price per square foot Plan C1L Model at Gideon in the in the North San Jose neighborhood starting from $7,895. The second greatest value Midtown Milpitas apartment is the Diablo Model at The Crossing at Montague starting at $3,245 with a $3.47 price per square foot in the Battaglia neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Midtown Milpitas apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
GideonPlan C1L3BR,2BA$4.15
The Crossing at MontagueDiablo2BR,1BA$3.47
Griffis South BayMontague Platinum1BR,1BA$3.84
Fountains at River OaksAngel Falls1BR,1BA$4.04
IlaraA11BR,1BA$3.64
Calaveras Corners/Calaveras Heights/Driftwood2x12BR,1BA$4.28
Amalfi ApartmentsA11BR,1BA$4.14
The EdgeA1-A1BR,1BA$4.55
Spring Valley1 bed 1 bath1BR,1BA$3.97
ApexJ2Studio ,1BA$4.30

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Midtown Milpitas, Milpitas, CA

Ranked #2

Among cities in California for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

4.0
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Lifestyle Ratings

Our team of engineers and researchers compiles millions of data points to bring you comprehensive Lifestyle Ratings of neighborhoods, cities, and rental properties across California including Midtown Milpitas, Milpitas, and the greater San Jose area. LifeStyle Ratings are the best way to sort through finding a place to live - beyond price and floorplan. This takes in many factors including rankings of the best places for easy access to the parks, luxury amenities, places to raise kids, raising pets, transit options, in addition to floorplans, availablity, and pricing. Find Lifestyle Search in the filter options (above). Happy Searching!

Getting Around the Midtown Milpitas Neighborhood in Milpitas, CA

Walk Score®

75 / 100

Very Walkable

Most errands can be accomplished on foot

Bike Score®

77 / 100

Very Bikeable

Biking is convenient for most trips

Transit Score®

52 / 100

Good Transit

Many nearby public transportation options

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Midtown Milpitas Apartments

What is a cheap apartment in Midtown Milpitas?

A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Midtown Milpitas is under $2,808.

What is the price of a cheap apartment in Midtown Milpitas?

The cheapest apartment in Midtown Milpitas is Spring Valley which is listed at $2,405, while the average apartment in Midtown Milpitas costs $5,057.

What types of apartments are the cheapest in Midtown 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 7 regular apartments in Midtown 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 Midtown Milpitas?

Cheap apartments in Midtown Milpitas have an average cost of $185 which is $4,872 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Midtown Milpitas.

Expert Rental Resources

Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

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A Local Expert's Guide to the Top 10 Best Affordable Neighborhoods for Renters in San Jose

Written by: Shannon Hilson

If you’ve spent much time in San Jose, you’ve likely heard it referred to as “the capital of Silicon Valley” a time or two, and with good reason. San Jose has it all when it comes to the modern California lifestyle and then some.

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Apartment Common Area Rules: What Renters Need to Know

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Back in the day when I rented one of my first apartments, the property didn’t even have laundry in the building. Now, rental properties are often competing against each other to provide the best amenities.

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How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Everything is a negotiation in real estate! 

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The Rental Move-In Inspection Checklist: A Guide for Renters

Written by: Trey Huguley

The move-in inspection checklist is a crucial tool for both tenants and landlords. This checklist, provided by the team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com, helps document the condition of an apartment at the time of move-in.