Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Alma Neighborhood of San Jose, CA from $600 (62 Rentals)

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134 Graham
1 Bedroom Apartments

134 Graham

134 Graham AveSan Jose, CA 95110
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Neo on First
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Neo on First

975 S First StSan Jose, CA 95110
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Alterra
2 Bedroom Apartments

Alterra

1640 La Rossa CirSan Jose, CA 95125
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110 Graham Ave
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

110 Graham Ave

110 Graham AveSan Jose, CA 95110
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Willow Pointe
1 Bedroom Apartments

Willow Pointe

1010 S 3rd StSan Jose, CA 95112
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215 Oak St
1 Bedroom Apartments

215 Oak St

215 Oak StSan Jose, CA 95110
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142 and 150 Graham
1 Bedroom Apartments

142 and 150 Graham

142 Graham AveSan Jose, CA 95110
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702 Vine St
1 Bedroom Apartments

702 Vine St

702 Vine StSan Jose, CA 95110
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1018 Pepitone Ave
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

1018 Pepitone Ave

1018 Pepitone AveSan Jose, CA 95110
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Villa Torre
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Villa Torre

955 S 6th StSan Jose, CA 95112
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778 Vine St
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

778 Vine St

778 Vine StSan Jose, CA 95110
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Catalonia
3 to 4 Bedroom Apartments

Catalonia

2036 Evans LnSan Jose, CA 95125
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1061 S Almaden Ave
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

1061 S Almaden Ave

1061 S Almaden AveSan Jose, CA 95110
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1247 Plum St
1 Bedroom Apartments

1247 Plum St

1247 Plum StSan Jose, CA 95110
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829 S 3rd St
Studio Apartments

829 S 3rd St

829 S 3rd StSan Jose, CA 95112
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1255 Plum St
1 Bedroom Apartments

1255 Plum St

1255 Plum StSan Jose, CA 95110
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148 W Virginia St
1 Bedroom Apartments

148 W Virginia St

148 W Virginia StSan Jose, CA 95110
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752 Vine St
1 Bedroom Apartments

752 Vine St

752 Vine StSan Jose, CA 95110

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1060 S 3rd St
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

1060 S 3rd St

1060 S 3rd StSan Jose, CA 95112
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1185 Bird Ave
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

1185 Bird Ave

1185 Bird AveSan Jose, CA 95125
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Markham Plaza I & II
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Markham Plaza I & II

2000-2010 Monterey RdSan Jose, CA 95112
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Art Ark Apartments
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Art Ark Apartments

1058 S Fifth StSan Jose, CA 95112
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Las Ventanas
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Las Ventanas

1800 Evans LnSan Jose, CA 95125
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149 Sutter St
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

149 Sutter St

149 Sutter StSan Jose, CA 95110
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Italian Gardens
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Italian Gardens

1524 Almaden RdSan Jose, CA 95125
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1115 Delmas Ave
2 Bedroom Apartments

1115 Delmas Ave

1115 Delmas AveSan Jose, CA 95125
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80 E Virginia St
3 to 4 Bedroom Apartments

80 E Virginia St

80 E Virginia StSan Jose, CA 95112
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1168 S 6th St
1 Bedroom Apartments

1168 S 6th St

1168 S 6th StSan Jose, CA 95112
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134 W Virginia St
1 Bedroom Apartments

134 W Virginia St

134 W Virginia StSan Jose, CA 95110

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703 S 3rd St
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

703 S 3rd St

703 S 3rd StSan Jose, CA 95112
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Sienna
1 Bedroom Apartments

Sienna

1496 Almaden RdSan Jose, CA 95125
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151-155 Duane St
3 Bedroom Apartments

151-155 Duane St

151-155 Duane StSan Jose, CA 95110
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Troy Apartments
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Troy Apartments

714 S Almaden AveSan Jose, CA 95110
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892 Delmas Ave
1 Bedroom Apartments

892 Delmas Ave

892 Delmas AveSan Jose, CA 95125
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180 W Virginia St
1 Bedroom Apartments

180 W Virginia St

180 W Virginia StSan Jose, CA 95110
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807-809 Vine St
2 Bedroom Apartments

807-809 Vine St

807-809 Vine StSan Jose, CA 95110
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73 Duane St
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

73 Duane St

73 Duane StSan Jose, CA 95110

Alma, San Jose, CA Local Guide

Cheapest Available Alma Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Alma area of San Jose, CA is a 1 Bed unit found at The Village at Willow Glen priced from $1,460. Almaden 1930 has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,945. Here are the most affordable Alma apartments for rent in San Jose, CA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
The Village at Willow GlenBuilding A1BR,1BA$1,460
Almaden 1930StudioStudio,1BA$1,945
134 Graham1 Bed 1 Bath1BR,1BA$2,100
142 and 150 Graham1 Bed 1 Bath1BR,1BA$2,100
Foundry CommonsB1 (1x1)1BR,1BA$2,536
AlterraTwo Bedroom, One Bath2BR,1BA$2,625
Scotia ApartmentsPlan 42BR,2BA$3,200

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Alma, CA

As of June 27, 2025 the best value apartment in the Alma area is the $3.28 price per square foot Plan 4 Model at Scotia Apartments in the in the South San Jose neighborhood starting from $3,200. The second greatest value Alma apartment is the Two Bedroom, One Bath Model at Alterra starting at $2,625 with a $3.50 price per square foot in the South San Jose neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Alma apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Scotia ApartmentsPlan 42BR,2BA$3.28
AlterraTwo Bedroom, One Bath2BR,1BA$3.50
Foundry CommonsB1 (1x1)1BR,1BA$3.81
The Village at Willow GlenBuilding A1BR,1BA$2.43
134 Graham1 Bed 1 Bath1BR,1BA$3.82
142 and 150 Graham1 Bed 1 Bath1BR,1BA$4.04
Almaden 1930StudioStudio ,1BA$4.50

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Alma, San Jose, CA

Ranked #218

Among neighborhoods in San Jose, CA for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

2.5
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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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Roommate Matching: Finding the Right Fit and Avoiding Pitfalls

Written by: Cheryl Bowman

A fantastic way to save money and enjoy a built-in community is to share an apartment. However, a bad roommate situation can turn your dream rental into a nightmare.

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The Art of the Rental Viewing: What to look for during a property tour

Written by: Marie Brown

You’ve scrolled through countless listings, walked through a blur of rentals, and finally found what feels like the one. The pictures? Fantastic. The neighborhood seems just right.

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Know Your Budget: Calculating What You Can Realistically Afford When Renting

Written by: Lauren Harrington

Renting an apartment or house isn’t just about looking through online ads, choosing a few apartments or homes you want to tour, filling out an application, and putting down a deposit. Those things are all necessary and important.