Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Carol Drive Neighborhood of San Jose, CA from $1,300 (21 Rentals)

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Paseo Senter
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Paseo Senter

1900 Senter RdSan Jose, CA 95112
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Almaden House
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Almaden House

2415 Rinconada DrSan Jose, CA 95125
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Tamien Station
Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Tamien Station

1197 Lick AveSan Jose, CA 95110
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Orvieto Family A
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Orvieto Family A

80 Montecito Vista DrSan Jose, CA 95111

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357 Willow Street
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

357 Willow Street

357 Willow StSan Jose, CA 95110
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Corde Terra Senior
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Corde Terra Senior

2600 Corde Terra CirSan Jose, CA 95111
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Koi Creek
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Koi Creek

1150 Pedro StSan Jose, CA 95126
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2069 Radio Ave
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

2069 Radio Ave

2069 Radio AveSan Jose, CA 95125
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2445 Rinconada Dr
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

2445 Rinconada Dr

2445 Rinconada DrSan Jose, CA 95125
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Carol Drive, San Jose, CA Local Guide

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 Almaden priced from $1,817. Glen Eyrie Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,850. Here are the most affordable Carol Drive apartments for rent in San Jose, CA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Almaden1x1A1BR,1BA$1,817
Glen Eyrie ApartmentsGlen Eyrie StudioStudio,1BA$1,850
Summercrest Villas1x11BR,1BA$1,927
The Woods ApartmentsSycamoreStudio,1BA$1,945
43 Lester Ave1-bedroom1BR,1BA$1,975

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Carol Drive, CA

As of December 29, 2025 the best value apartment in the Carol Drive area is the $2.28 price per square foot 3 beds 1.5 bath Model at 327 Willow St in the in the South San Jose neighborhood starting from $2,995. The second greatest value Carol Drive apartment is the MODEL 2 BEDROOM 2 BATHROOM - FOR VIEWING ONLY Model at Stonebridge Apartments starting at $2,590 with a $2.16 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 ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
327 Willow St3 beds 1.5 bath3BR,1.5BA$2.28
Stonebridge ApartmentsMODEL 2 BEDROOM 2 BATHROOM - FOR VIEWING ONLY2BR,2BA$2.16
Latitude 372x2L-1122-p12BR,2BA$2.85
Sedona Apartments2bed 1bath2BR,1BA$2.44
Almaden 19302x22BR,2BA$2.82
781 Farm Dr, Unit 3781 Farm Dr2BR,1BA$2.79
Rosewalk Apartment HomesResidence 1 Luxury1BR,1BA$3.32
Bella VillagioBella Fiore1BR,1BA$3.22
Almaden1x1A1BR,1BA$2.88
Summercrest Villas1x11BR,1BA$3.35

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Carol Drive, San Jose, CA

Ranked #197

Among cities in California for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.

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4.0
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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 Glen Eyrie Apartments listed at $1,850.

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Carol Drive Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Carol Drive Apartment is $1,817 at Almaden.

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 $2,495 at 40 Glen Eyrie Ave.

What is the most affordable Carol Drive Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Carol Drive Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at 327 Willow St and starts from $2,995.

Expert Rental Resources

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Renting with Roommates: Realistic Expectations for Shared Lease

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Apartment Common Area Rules: What Renters Need to Know

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