Cheap Homes for Rent in Altura Neighborhood of San Jose, CA from $2,600 (2 Rentals)

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Best Value Apartments for Rent in Altura, CA

As of June 04, 2026 the best value apartment in the Altura area is the $5.32 price per square foot Plan 1B Model at The Benton in the in the South San Jose neighborhood starting from $4,035. The second greatest value Altura apartment is the Alba One Bedroom A1 Model at Alba starting at $4,170 with a $5.78 price per square foot in the South San Jose neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Altura apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
The BentonPlan 1B1BR,1BA$5.32
AlbaAlba One Bedroom A11BR,1BA$5.78
Bascom Holiday Apartments1/1 US1BR,1BA$3.56
Orlo and AlbaOrlo Studio S1Studio ,1BA$6.75

Frequently Asked Questions about Altura

What type of rentals are currently available in Altura?

There are currently 180 Apartments for Rent in Altura, CA with pricing that ranges from $2,350 to $16,858. There are also 15 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Altura ranging from $2,600 to $5,700.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Altura?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Altura ranges from $2,600 to $5,700 with an average monthly rent of $3,704.

Expert Rental Resources

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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