
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Alum Rock Neighborhood of San Jose, CA from $1,700 (26 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in the Alum Rock area of San Jose.


373-381 Gloria Ave

279 La Pala Dr

3035 Westboro Dr

484 Nordyke Dr

1509 Mount Herman Dr
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2752 Kollmar Dr

275 La Pala Dr

1281 Fleming Ave

2710-2718 Kollmar Dr

271 La Pala Dr

226 Eastside Dr
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3831 Madeline Dr

111 Nancy Ln

3016-3018 Westboro Dr

3830 Madeline Dr

133 Kirk Ave

456-458 Malabar Dr
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141 Harriet Ave

2750 Florence Ave

451-453 S Capitol Ave

Villa Fairlane

Fairway Glen

Delano Apartments
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554 Toyon Ave

Foothill Manor Apartments
Alum Rock, San Jose, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Alum Rock?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Alum Rock 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,200 | $2,000 | $2,400 |
| Alum Rock 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,945 | $2,850 | $3,000 |
Browse Apartments in this Neighborhood
There are currently 26 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Alum Rock Neighborhood of San Jose, CA.
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Cheapest Available Alum Rock Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Alum Rock area of San Jose, CA is a 1 Bed unit found at Villa Fairlane priced from $1,995. Fairway Glen has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $2,633. Here are the most affordable Alum Rock apartments for rent in San Jose, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Villa Fairlane | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1,995 |
| Fairway Glen | 1 BED 1 BATH | 1BR,1BA | $2,633 |
| Country Club Villa | 2 Bed 2 Bath Upstairs | 2BR,2BA | $2,900 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Alum Rock, CA
As of March 12, 2026 the best value apartment in the Alum Rock area is the $3.41 price per square foot 2 Bed 2 Bath Downstairs Model at Country Club Villa in the in the South San Jose neighborhood starting from $3,000. The second greatest value Alum Rock apartment is the 1 BED 1 BATH Model at Fairway Glen starting at $2,633 with a $3.71 price per square foot in the South San Jose neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Alum Rock apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Country Club Villa | 2 Bed 2 Bath Downstairs | 2BR,2BA | $3.41 |
| Fairway Glen | 1 BED 1 BATH | 1BR,1BA | $3.71 |
| 14050 Candler Ave, Unit Charming In Law Quarters | 14050 Candler Ave | 1BR,1BA | $6.67 |
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Alum Rock Apartments
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Alum Rock Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Alum Rock is starting from $2,850 at Country Club Villa.
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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