
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Carol Drive Neighborhood of San Jose, CA from $503 (52 Rentals)
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Almaden

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Valley West Apartments

Almaden

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262 Azevedo Cir
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Tamien Station

150 Graham Avenue Apartments

Orvieto Family A

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357 Willow St

Corde Terra Senior

Koi Creek

2069 Radio Ave

2445 Rinconada Dr

43 Lester Ave

Rancho Verde Apartments

142 and 150 Graham

134 Graham

Orvieto Family B
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Summer Breeze Apartments

40 Glen Eyrie Ave

47 Lester Avenue

327 Willow St

Monterey Family Village

48 Lester Avenue

Sofi Waterford Park

Alterra

3152 Heather Ridge Dr

910 Pine Ave
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Carol Drive, San Jose, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Carol Drive?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Carol Drive Studio Apartments | $2,283 | $1,870 | $2,495 |
| Carol Drive 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,890 | $1,594 | $5,579 |
| Carol Drive 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,351 | $2,537 | $5,219 |
| Carol Drive 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,642 | $3,262 | $4,225 |
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Cheapest Available Carol Drive Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Carol Drive area of San Jose, CA is a 1 Bed unit found at The Village at Willow Glen - 55+ Only priced from $1,594. Almaden has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,812. Here are the most affordable Carol Drive apartments for rent in San Jose, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Village at Willow Glen - 55+ Only | Building A | 1BR,1BA | $1,594 |
| Almaden | 1x1A | 1BR,1BA | $1,812 |
| Valley West Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2,175 |
| The Woods Apartments | Sycamore | Studio,1BA | $2,275 |
| Almaden | Studio | Studio,1BA | $2,289 |
| Stonebridge Apartments | MODEL 2 BEDROOM 2 BATHROOM - FOR VIEWING ONLY | 2BR,2BA | $2,590 |
| Sedona Apartments | 2bed 1bath | 2BR,1BA | $2,635 |
| Almaden Terrace | 2 BR, 1.5 BA | 2BR,1BA | $2,675 |
| Villa Monterey Apartments | 2 Beds, 2 baths | 2BR,2BA | $2,695 |
| Terra House Apartments | A3 Renovated | 1BR,1BA | $2,707 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Carol Drive, CA
As of August 24, 2026 the best value apartment in the Carol Drive area is the $2.16 price per square foot MODEL 2 BEDROOM 2 BATHROOM - FOR VIEWING ONLY Model at Stonebridge Apartments in the in the South San Jose neighborhood starting from $2,590. The second greatest value Carol Drive apartment is the 3x2F-1194-p1 Model at Latitude 37 starting at $4,200 with a $3.52 price per square foot in the South San Jose neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Carol Drive apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Stonebridge Apartments | MODEL 2 BEDROOM 2 BATHROOM - FOR VIEWING ONLY | 2BR,2BA | $2.16 |
| Latitude 37 | 3x2F-1194-p1 | 3BR,2BA | $3.52 |
| Sedona Apartments | 2bed 1bath | 2BR,1BA | $2.44 |
| Bella Villagio | Bella Sole | 2BR,2BA | $3.14 |
| Almaden Terrace | 3 BR, 2 BA | 3BR,2BA | $3.52 |
| Deodar Townhomes | 2 Bed 1.5 Bath | 2BR,1.5BA | $3.32 |
| Avana San Jose | 2BD/1BA Plan A | 2BR,1BA | $3.95 |
| Rosewalk Apartment Homes | Residence 1 Luxury | 1BR,1BA | $3.76 |
| Almaden | 1x1A | 1BR,1BA | $2.87 |
| The Village at Willow Glen - 55+ Only | Building A | 1BR,1BA | $2.66 |
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Best Local Schools in Carol Drive, San Jose, CA
Willow Glen Middle School
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Carol Drive Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Carol Drive?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Carol Drive is at The Woods Apartments listed at $2,275.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Carol Drive Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Carol Drive Apartment is $1,594 at The Village at Willow Glen - 55+ Only.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Carol Drive Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Carol Drive is starting from $2,537 at Almaden.
What is the most affordable Carol Drive Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Carol Drive Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Villa Monterey Apartments and starts from $3,370.
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