Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Alum Rock Neighborhood of San Jose, CA from $1,700 (25 Rentals)

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373-381 Gloria Ave
2 to 4 Bedroom Apartments

373-381 Gloria Ave

373-381 Gloria AveSan Jose, CA 95127
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279 La Pala Dr
1 Bedroom Apartments

279 La Pala Dr

279 La Pala DrSan Jose, CA 95127
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3035 Westboro Dr
2 Bedroom Apartments

3035 Westboro Dr

3035 Westboro DrSan Jose, CA 95127
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484 Nordyke Dr
2 Bedroom Apartments

484 Nordyke Dr

484 Nordyke DrSan Jose, CA 95127

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2752 Kollmar Dr
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

2752 Kollmar Dr

2752 Kollmar DrSan Jose, CA 95127
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275 La Pala Dr
1 Bedroom Apartments

275 La Pala Dr

275 La Pala DrSan Jose, CA 95127
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1281 Fleming Ave
2 Bedroom Apartments

1281 Fleming Ave

1281 Fleming AveSan Jose, CA 95127
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2710-2718 Kollmar Dr
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

2710-2718 Kollmar Dr

2710-2718 Kollmar DrSan Jose, CA 95127
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271 La Pala Dr
1 Bedroom Apartments

271 La Pala Dr

271 La Pala DrSan Jose, CA 95127
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226 Eastside Dr
Studio Apartments

226 Eastside Dr

226 Eastside DrSan Jose, CA 95127

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3831 Madeline Dr
1 Bedroom Apartments

3831 Madeline Dr

3831 Madeline DrSan Jose, CA 95127
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111 Nancy Ln
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

111 Nancy Ln

111 Nancy LnSan Jose, CA 95127
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3830 Madeline Dr
1 Bedroom Apartments

3830 Madeline Dr

3830 Madeline DrSan Jose, CA 95127
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133 Kirk Ave
2 Bedroom Apartments

133 Kirk Ave

133 Kirk AveSan Jose, CA 95127

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141 Harriet Ave
1 to 5 Bedroom Apartments

141 Harriet Ave

141 Harriet AveSan Jose, CA 95127
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2750 Florence Ave
Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments

2750 Florence Ave

2750 Florence AveSan Jose, CA 95127
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Villa Fairlane
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Villa Fairlane

264-270 La Pala DrSan Jose, CA 95127
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Fairway Glen
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Fairway Glen

448 Toyon AveSan Jose, CA 95127
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Delano Apartments
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Delano Apartments

272-280 La Pala DrSan Jose, CA 95127
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Cheapest Available Alum Rock Apartments for Rent

 
Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Country Club Villa1 Bed 1 Bath Downstairs1BR,1BA$2,400

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Alum Rock, CA

As of April 27, 2026 the best value apartment in the Alum Rock area is the $3.74 price per square foot 1 BED 1 BATH Model at Fairway Glen in the in the South San Jose neighborhood starting from $2,658. The second greatest value Alum Rock apartment is the 1 Bed 1 Bath Downstairs Model at Country Club Villa starting at $2,400 with a $3.49 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 ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Fairway Glen1 BED 1 BATH1BR,1BA$3.74
Country Club Villa1 Bed 1 Bath Downstairs1BR,1BA$3.49

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

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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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Expert Solutions for Creating the Perfect Work-From-Home Apartment Layouts

Written by: Lauren Harrington

This article is based on first-hand experience managing apartment communities and helping renters adapt to their spaces after moving in.

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What Does “Rent Burdened” Mean? How Much Rent Is Too Much

Written by: Lauren Harrington

This article draws from first-hand renter experiences and recurring financial challenges reported after moving in.

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Maximizing Your Refund: Essential Tax Tips for Renters

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Other than tax professionals, I can’t think of anyone who looks forward to tax season. For everybody else, April is a stressful month to collect information and meet deadlines.