Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Carmine Neighborhood of San Jose, CA from $1,400 (14 Rentals)

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McKee Apartments
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

McKee Apartments

1735-1745 Mckee RdSan Jose, CA 95116
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Marquis
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Marquis

817 N 10th StSan Jose, CA 95112
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Ivy Park at Milpitas
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Ivy Park at Milpitas

80 Cedar WayMilpitas, CA 95035
Senior Living
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Carmine, San Jose, CA Local Guide

Cheapest Available Carmine Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Carmine area of San Jose, CA is a 1 Bed unit found at Hacienda Creek Senior Apartments priced from $1,759. 1040-1058 N. 4th St, San Jose has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,935. Here are the most affordable Carmine apartments for rent in San Jose, CA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Hacienda Creek Senior Apartments1 Bed, 1 bath1BR,1BA$1,759
1040-1058 N. 4th St, San JoseStudioStudio,1BA$1,935
Sango Court1 Bed, 1 bath1BR,1BA$1,982
MarquisPlan SAStudio,1BA$2,347
ReNew Twenty50Mabury1BR,1BA$2,350

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Carmine, CA

As of December 15, 2025 the best value apartment in the Carmine area is the $3.67 price per square foot B4-A1 Model at The Edge in the in the Battaglia neighborhood starting from $3,207. The second greatest value Carmine apartment is the Aspen Model at Woodland Meadow starting at $2,623 with a $3.14 price per square foot in the Berryessa neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Carmine apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
The EdgeB4-A12BR,2BA$3.67
Woodland MeadowAspen1BR,1BA$3.14
Willow LakeMaple1BR,1BA$3.67
Waterford PlaceThe Carlton1BR,1BA$3.49
Fountains at River OaksAngel Falls1BR,1BA$3.76
eaves San JoseA11BR,1BA$3.61
Hacienda Creek Senior Apartments1 Bed, 1 bath1BR,1BA$2.64
ReNew BerryessaSierra1BR,1BA$3.83
ReNew Twenty50Mabury1BR,1BA$3.74
Sango Court1 Bed, 1 bath1BR,1BA$3.17

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Carmine, San Jose, CA

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Lifestyle Ratings

ApartmentHomeLiving brings you comprehensive Lifestyle Ratings of rentals in areas across the United States and customized analysis for Central San Jose. Lifestyle Ratings show you the best fit for your needs and interests. This takes in many factors including our Star Ratings to compare for the best proximity to parks and outdoor amenities, luxury amenities, transit availability, pet-friendly communities, family-friendliness, in addition to floorplans, availablity, and pricing. Find Lifestyle Search in the filter options (above). Happy Searching!

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Carmine Apartments

What is a cheap apartment in Carmine?

A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Carmine is under $2,582.

What is the price of a cheap apartment in Carmine?

The cheapest apartment in Carmine is Hacienda Creek Senior Apartments which is listed at $1,759, while the average apartment in Carmine costs $7,158.

What types of apartments are the cheapest in Carmine?

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 11 regular apartments in Carmine that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.

How do the prices of cheap apartments compare to the average apartment in Carmine?

Cheap apartments in Carmine have an average cost of $227 which is $6,931 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Carmine.

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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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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Renting with Roommates: Realistic Expectations for Shared Lease

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Given the high costs for housing, I have found that many people are looking for a roommate to share expenses. These arrangements can increase opportunities for more desirable and larger spaces.

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Apartment Common Area Rules: What Renters Need to Know

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Back in the day when I rented one of my first apartments, the property didn’t even have laundry in the building. Now, rental properties are often competing against each other to provide the best amenities.

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How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Everything is a negotiation in real estate!