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$1,696 - $2,617Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
Vitalia Apartments
3090 S Bascom AveSan Jose, CA 95124
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Carlton Neighborhood of San Jose, CA from $1,100 (17 Rentals)
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$1,725 - $1,800Studio Apartments Available Now
Park West Apartments
1800 Bradford WaySan Jose, CA 95124
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811 Camden Ave
CampbellCA95008
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$2,085 - $4,190Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments Available Nov 7
Casa Vasona Garden Apartments
859 University AveLos Gatos, CA 95032
935 Sharmon Palms Ln
CampbellCA95008
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Carlton, San Jose, CA Local Guide
How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Carlton?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Carlton Studio Apartments | $2,004 | $1,696 | $2,370 |
| Carlton 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,927 | $2,190 | $3,584 |
| Carlton 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,389 | $2,190 | $4,891 |
| Carlton 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,838 | $3,375 | $7,616 |
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There are currently 17 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Carlton Neighborhood of San Jose, CA.
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Cheapest Available Carlton Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in the Carlton area of San Jose, CA is a Studio unit found at Vitalia Apartments priced from $1,696. Park West Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,725. Here are the most affordable Carlton apartments for rent in San Jose, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Vitalia Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,696 |
| Park West Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,725 |
| Joseph Manor | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,895 |
| Newport Apartments | 0X1SA | Studio,1BA | $2,370 |
| Twelve Oaks Apartments | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $2,460 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Carlton, CA
As of October 25, 2025 the best value apartment in the Carlton area is the $2.53 price per square foot 2BR/2BTH Model at Blossom Hill Terrace Apartments in the in the Fruitvale neighborhood starting from $2,895. The second greatest value Carlton apartment is the 2C Model at Vivere starting at $3,603 with a $3.55 price per square foot in the Fruitvale neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Carlton apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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| Blossom Hill Terrace Apartments | 2BR/2BTH | 2BR,2BA | $2.53 |
| Vivere | 2C | 2BR,2BA | $3.55 |
| 131 Carlton Ave, Unit Unit 3 | 131 Carlton Ave | 2BR,1BA | $2.95 |
| Los Gatos Gardens | 2 Beds, 1 bath | 2BR,1BA | $3.55 |
| Aventino | Plan Two | 1BR,1BA | $3.96 |
| San Jose Greens | Large 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $3.32 |
| Twelve Oaks Apartments | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $3.15 |
| ShadowCreek | Plan A1 | 1BR,1BA | $4.02 |
| Cielo | Plan A1 | 1BR,1BA | $4.14 |
| Vitalia Apartments | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $4.23 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleCarlton, San Jose, CA
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Among cities in California for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
4.0Pet Friendly
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Getting Around the Carlton Neighborhood in San Jose, CA
Walk Score®
52 / 100
Somewhat Walkable
Some errands can be accomplished on foot
Bike Score®
54 / 100
Bikeable
Some bike infrastructure
Transit Score®
30 / 100
Some Transit
A few nearby public transportation options
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- Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Carlton Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Carlton?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Carlton is under $2,760.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Carlton?
The cheapest apartment in Carlton is Vitalia Apartments which is listed at $2,190, while the average apartment in Carlton costs $3,895.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Carlton?
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 3 regular apartments in Carlton that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
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