Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Carlton Neighborhood of San Jose, CA from $1,100 (44 Rentals)

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1797 Bradford Way
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Bascom House Apt
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Bascom House Apt

2520-2530 S Bascom AveSan Jose, CA 95124
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Union Park Apartments
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Union Park Apartments

1977 Heimgartner LnSan Jose, CA 95124
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Rent According to Income: A Look at Income-Restricted Rentals

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Aventino
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$3,448 - $5,841
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Aventino

200 Winchester CirLos Gatos, CA 95032
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141 Towne Ter
2 Bedroom Apartments

141 Towne Ter

141 Towne TerLos Gatos, CA 95032
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The Cannery Apartments
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

The Cannery Apartments

501 W Hacienda AveCampbell, CA 95008
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161 Towne Ter
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

161 Towne Ter

161 Towne TerLos Gatos, CA 95032
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Valley Oaks Apartments
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Valley Oaks Apartments

100 Oak Rim CtLos Gatos, CA 95032
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115 Towne Terrace
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

115 Towne Terrace

115 Towne TerLos Gatos, CA 95032
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San Tomas Gardens
2 to 4 Bedroom Apartments

San Tomas Gardens

825 S San Tomas Aquino RdCampbell, CA 95008
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146 Towne Ter
2 Bedroom Apartments

146 Towne Ter

146 Towne TerLos Gatos, CA 95032
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2786 Joseph Ave
2 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

2786 Joseph Ave

2786 Joseph AveCampbell, CA 95008
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Live Oak Apartments
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Live Oak Apartments

615 Blossom Hill RdLos Gatos, CA 95032
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Los Gatos Apartments
2 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Los Gatos Apartments

14930 Oka RdLos Gatos, CA 95032
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Los Gatos Gardens
2 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Los Gatos Gardens

14850 Oka RdLos Gatos, CA 95032
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Vivere
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Vivere

137 Riviera DrLos Gatos, CA 95032

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Carlton, San Jose, CA Local Guide

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 $1,599. Park West Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,750. Here are the most affordable Carlton apartments for rent in San Jose, CA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Vitalia ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$1,599
Park West ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$1,750
Joseph ManorStudioStudio,1BA$1,925
115 Towne Terrace1 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom1BR,1BA$2,390
Sedona Lane ApartmentsOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$2,700
Blossom Hill Terrace Apartments2BR/2BTH2BR,2BA$2,895
Los Gatos Garden Apartments2/12BR,1BA$2,950
Newport Apartments1X1B1BR,1BA$3,095
AventinoPlan Two1BR,1BA$3,448
ShadowCreekPlan B12BR,2BA$3,495

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Carlton, CA

As of August 05, 2026 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 Plan B1 Model at ShadowCreek starting at $3,495 with a $3.60 price per square foot in the South San Jose neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Carlton apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Blossom Hill Terrace Apartments2BR/2BTH2BR,2BA$2.53
ShadowCreekPlan B12BR,2BA$3.60
Los Gatos Garden Apartments2/12BR,1BA$3.47
AventinoPlan Two1BR,1BA$4.30
Newport Apartments1X1B1BR,1BA$4.42
115 Towne Terrace1 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom1BR,1BA$3.68
Joseph ManorStudioStudio ,1BA$4.70
Vitalia ApartmentsStudioStudio ,1BA$3.99
Park West ApartmentsStudioStudio ,1BA$5.15

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Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary | ApartmentHomeLiving.com Renter University

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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Carlton Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Carlton?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Carlton is at Vitalia Apartments listed at $1,599.

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Carlton Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Carlton Apartment is $2,190 at Vitalia Apartments.

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Carlton Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Carlton is starting from $2,617 at Vitalia Apartments.

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