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2358 Aum Rock AveSan Jose, CA 95116
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Hacienda Creek Senior Apartments
399 East CtSan Jose, CA 95116
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232 N 8th St
232 N 8th StSan Jose, CA 95112
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249 Pamela Ave, Unit 7
249 Pamela AveSan Jose, CA 95116
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The Colonnade Apartments
201 S 4th StSan Jose, CA 95112
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1020 Fourier DrSan Jose, CA 95127
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625 S 11th StSan Jose, CA 95112
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Parkside Terrace
463 Wooster AveSan Jose, CA 95116
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2811 McKee RdSan Jose, CA 95127
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2555 Alum Rock AveSan Jose, CA 95116
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67 N Jackson AveSan Jose, CA 95116
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Jackson Place Apartments
36 N Jackson AveSan Jose, CA 95116
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Alexander, San Jose, CA Local Guide
How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Alexander?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Alexander Studio Apartments | $2,552 | $1,437 | $3,617 |
| Alexander 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,981 | $1,732 | $4,329 |
| Alexander 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,841 | $995 | $7,650 |
| Alexander 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,464 | $2,807 | $4,100 |
| Alexander 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,655 | $1,655 | $1,655 |
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Cheapest Available Alexander Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in the Alexander area of San Jose, CA is a 2 Beds unit found at 27 North - Student Housing Apartments priced from $995. Vela Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,437. Here are the most affordable Alexander apartments for rent in San Jose, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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| 27 North - Student Housing Apartments | 2B Shared Attached - Fall 2026 (Other) | 2BR,2BA | $995 |
| Vela Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,437 |
| The Franciscan | Room 8 | Studio,1BA | $1,450 |
| Hacienda Creek Senior Apartments | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,732 |
| 232 N 8th St | 1 Bed 1 Bath Corner | 1BR,1BA | $1,895 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Alexander, CA
As of April 12, 2026 the best value apartment in the Alexander area is the $2.58 price per square foot 55 S 6th Model at Westwood Properties in the in the South San Jose neighborhood starting from $2,195. The second greatest value Alexander apartment is the 2D Private Attached - Spring 2026 (Other) Model at 27 North - Student Housing Apartments starting at $1,850 with a $2.19 price per square foot in the South San Jose neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Alexander apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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| Westwood Properties | 55 S 6th | 1BR,1BA | $2.58 |
| 27 North - Student Housing Apartments | 2D Private Attached - Spring 2026 (Other) | 2BR,2BA | $2.19 |
| Country Club Villa | 1 Bed 1 Bath Downstairs | 1BR,1BA | $3.49 |
| Polaris Apartments | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $3.67 |
| Hacienda Creek Senior Apartments | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $2.60 |
| Amberwood Apartments | 1 bed/1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $4.14 |
| Parkside Terrace | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $3.37 |
| 101 San Fernando | Plan SC | Studio ,1BA | $4.05 |
| 232 N 8th St | 1 Bed 1 Bath Corner | 1BR,1BA | $3.45 |
| 625 S 11th St | 1/1 | 1BR,1BA | $3.95 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Alexander Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Alexander?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Alexander is under $2,269.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Alexander?
The cheapest apartment in Alexander is Hacienda Creek Senior Apartments which is listed at $1,732, while the average apartment in Alexander costs $3,475.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Alexander?
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 24 regular apartments in Alexander 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 Alexander?
Cheap apartments in Alexander have an average cost of $1,742 which is $1,733 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Alexander.
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