
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Alma Almaden Neighborhood of San Jose, CA from $1,500 (17 Rentals)
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Alma Almaden, San Jose, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Alma Almaden?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Alma Almaden Studio Apartments | $2,646 | $2,095 | $3,482 |
| Alma Almaden 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,955 | $1,594 | $5,291 |
| Alma Almaden 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,601 | $2,435 | $6,014 |
| Alma Almaden 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,770 | $3,262 | $5,062 |
| Alma Almaden 4 Bedroom Apartments | $5,149 | $4,899 | $5,399 |
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There are currently 17 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Alma Almaden Neighborhood of San Jose, CA.
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Cheapest Available Alma Almaden Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Alma Almaden area of San Jose, CA is a 1 Bed unit found at The Village at Willow Glen - 55+ Only priced from $1,594. Summercrest Villas has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,800. Here are the most affordable Alma Almaden apartments for rent in San Jose, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Village at Willow Glen - 55+ Only | Building A | 1BR,1BA | $1,594 |
| Summercrest Villas | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,800 |
| Cinnabar Commons | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2,045 |
| The Woods Apartments | Sycamore | Studio,1BA | $2,095 |
| Almaden | 1x1A | 1BR,1BA | $2,124 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Alma Almaden, CA
As of May 01, 2026 the best value apartment in the Alma Almaden area is the $2.16 price per square foot MODEL 2 BEDROOM 2 BATHROOM - FOR VIEWING ONLY Model at Stonebridge Apartments in the in the South San Jose neighborhood starting from $2,590. The second greatest value Alma Almaden apartment is the 2x2L-1122-p1 Model at Latitude 37 starting at $3,300 with a $2.94 price per square foot in the South San Jose neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Alma Almaden apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Stonebridge Apartments | MODEL 2 BEDROOM 2 BATHROOM - FOR VIEWING ONLY | 2BR,2BA | $2.16 |
| Latitude 37 | 2x2L-1122-p1 | 2BR,2BA | $2.94 |
| Sedona Apartments | 2bed 1bath | 2BR,1BA | $2.44 |
| Rosewalk Apartment Homes | Residence 3 Luxury | 2BR,2BA | $3.05 |
| Willow Glen Apartments | 2x2 | 2BR,2BA | $3.11 |
| Elements | Plan 2 | 1BR,1BA | $3.36 |
| Westwood Properties | 55 S 6th | 1BR,1BA | $2.58 |
| Villa Torino | The Roma BMR | 1BR,1BA | $3.27 |
| The Village at Willow Glen - 55+ Only | Building A | 1BR,1BA | $2.66 |
| Summercrest Villas | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $3.13 |
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Alma Almaden Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Alma Almaden?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Alma Almaden is under $2,340.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Alma Almaden?
The cheapest apartment in Alma Almaden is The Village at Willow Glen - 55+ Only which is listed at $1,594, while the average apartment in Alma Almaden costs $4,899.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Alma Almaden?
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 31 regular apartments in Alma Almaden 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 Alma Almaden?
Cheap apartments in Alma Almaden have an average cost of $777 which is $4,122 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Alma Almaden.
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