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property at 3641 Kilo Ave

3641 Kilo Ave

San JoseCA95124

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property at 2180 Camden Ave

2180 Camden Ave

San JoseCA95124

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 1 Bed unit found at Joseph Manor priced from $2,050. Sedona Lane Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $2,550. Here are the most affordable Carlton apartments for rent in San Jose, CA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Joseph ManorOne Bedroom One Bath1BR,1BA$2,050
Sedona Lane ApartmentsOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$2,550
ShadowCreekPlan A11BR,1BA$2,645

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Carlton, CA

As of June 18, 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 Ponderosa neighborhood starting from $2,895. The second greatest value Carlton apartment is the 2C Model at Vivere starting at $4,106 with a $4.05 price per square foot in the Ponderosa 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
Vivere2C2BR,2BA$4.05
Pebble CreekPlan B22BR,1.5BA$3.44
San Jose GreensLarge 2 Bed 1 Bath2BR,1BA$3.03
CieloPlan B12BR,1BA$3.33
Los Gatos Garden Apartments#42BR,1BA$3.82
Los Gatos Gardens2 Beds, 1 bath2BR,1BA$3.55
La Valencia Apartment HomesResidence 1 Luxury1BR,1BA$3.77
Newport Apartments1X1B1BR,1BA$3.78
ShadowCreekPlan A11BR,1BA$3.78

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Frequently Asked Questions about Carlton

What type of rentals are currently available in Carlton?

There are currently 343 Apartments for Rent in Carlton, CA with pricing that ranges from $1,750 to $8,880. There are also 22 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Carlton ranging from $775 to $9,600.

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

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Carlton ranges from $775 to $9,600 with an average monthly rent of $4,343.

Expert Rental Resources

Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

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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A Local Expert's Guide to the Top 10 Best Affordable Neighborhoods for Renters in San Jose

Written by: Shannon Hilson

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Roommate Matching: Finding the Right Fit and Avoiding Pitfalls

Written by: Cheryl Bowman

A fantastic way to save money and enjoy a built-in community is to share an apartment. However, a bad roommate situation can turn your dream rental into a nightmare.

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The Art of the Rental Viewing: What to look for during a property tour

Written by: Marie Brown

You’ve scrolled through countless listings, walked through a blur of rentals, and finally found what feels like the one. The pictures? Fantastic. The neighborhood seems just right.

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Know Your Budget: Calculating What You Can Realistically Afford When Renting

Written by: Lauren Harrington

Renting an apartment or house isn’t just about looking through online ads, choosing a few apartments or homes you want to tour, filling out an application, and putting down a deposit. Those things are all necessary and important.