
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Alma Neighborhood Association Neighborhood of San Jose, CA from $900 (9 Rentals)
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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Alma Neighborhood Association?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Alma Neighborhood Association Studio Apartments | $2,727 | $1,799 | $3,483 |
| Alma Neighborhood Association 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,089 | $1,594 | $6,750 |
| Alma Neighborhood Association 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,815 | $995 | $8,522 |
| Alma Neighborhood Association 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,195 | $1,610 | $5,530 |
| Alma Neighborhood Association 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,527 | $1,060 | $5,811 |
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Cheapest Available Alma Neighborhood Association Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Alma Neighborhood Association area of San Jose, CA is a 2 Beds unit found at 27 North - Student Housing Apartments priced from $995. The Village at Willow Glen - 55+ Only has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,594. Here are the most affordable Alma Neighborhood Association apartments for rent in San Jose, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| 27 North - Student Housing Apartments | 2B Shared Attached - Fall 2026 (Other) | 2BR,2BA | $995 |
| The Village at Willow Glen - 55+ Only | Building A | 1BR,1BA | $1,594 |
| Orchard Glen | Studio - 60% | Studio,1BA | $1,799 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Alma Neighborhood Association, CA
As of June 28, 2026 the best value apartment in the Alma Neighborhood Association area is the $3.38 price per square foot B2A + Den Model at The Ryden in the in the South San Jose neighborhood starting from $4,964. The second greatest value Alma Neighborhood Association apartment is the MODEL 2 BEDROOM 2 BATHROOM - FOR VIEWING ONLY Model at Stonebridge Apartments starting at $2,590 with a $2.16 price per square foot in the South San Jose neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Alma Neighborhood Association apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Ryden | B2A + Den | 2BR,2BA | $3.38 |
| Stonebridge Apartments | MODEL 2 BEDROOM 2 BATHROOM - FOR VIEWING ONLY | 2BR,2BA | $2.16 |
| Latitude 37 | 2x2F-1182-p2 | 2BR,2BA | $3.05 |
| Sedona Apartments | 2bed 1bath | 2BR,1BA | $2.44 |
| Villa Torino | The Palermo | 2BR,1BA | $3.36 |
| Westwood Properties | 55 S 6th St | 1BR,1BA | $2.58 |
| 27 North - Student Housing Apartments | 2D Private Attached - Spring 2026 (Other) | 2BR,2BA | $2.19 |
| Almaden | 1x1A | 1BR,1BA | $2.87 |
| The Village at Willow Glen - 55+ Only | Building A | 1BR,1BA | $2.66 |
| Cinnabar Commons | 1 Bedroom | Studio ,1BA | $3.47 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleAlma Neighborhood Association, San Jose, CA
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Among cities in California for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Alma Neighborhood Association Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Alma Neighborhood Association?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Alma Neighborhood Association is under $2,495.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Alma Neighborhood Association?
The cheapest apartment in Alma Neighborhood Association is The Village at Willow Glen - 55+ Only which is listed at $1,594, while the average apartment in Alma Neighborhood Association costs $4,632.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Alma Neighborhood Association?
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 26 regular apartments in Alma Neighborhood Association 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 Neighborhood Association?
Cheap apartments in Alma Neighborhood Association have an average cost of $673 which is $3,959 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Alma Neighborhood Association.
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