Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Chapman Morse Neighborhood of San Jose, CA from $800 (51 Rentals)
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598 Columbia Ave

Pensione Esperanza

Atrium Garden

The Kelsey Ayer Station

Alvarado Park - 55+ Senior Housing

Sycamore Park

675 Hamline St

3517 Alden Way
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1040-1058 N. 4th St, San Jose

164 Topeka Ave

1550 Technology Dr
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2295 Anna Dr

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Chapman Morse, San Jose, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Chapman Morse?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Chapman Morse Studio Apartments | $2,433 | $1,319 | $3,555 |
| Chapman Morse 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,296 | $1,100 | $5,100 |
| Chapman Morse 2 Bedroom Apartments | $4,120 | $1,920 | $10,000+ |
| Chapman Morse 3 Bedroom Apartments | $5,409 | $3,150 | $8,681 |
| Chapman Morse 4 Bedroom Apartments | $6,574 | $6,024 | $7,124 |
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Cheapest Available Chapman Morse Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Chapman Morse area of San Jose, CA is a Studio unit found at Pensione Esperanza priced from $1,319. The Kelsey Ayer Station has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,566. Here are the most affordable Chapman Morse apartments for rent in San Jose, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pensione Esperanza | Studio, 1 bath | Studio,1BA | $1,319 |
| The Kelsey Ayer Station | 50% AMI Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,566 |
| Alvarado Park - 55+ Senior Housing | 1Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,642 |
| 1040-1058 N. 4th St, San Jose | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,950 |
| Japantown Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2,015 |
| The Terrace Apartments | Jr 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2,045 |
| Civic Plaza Apartments | Medium 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2,194 |
| Sandalwood Apartments | Med - 1 bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $2,195 |
| Bascom Holiday Apartments | S/1 with YARD | Studio,1BA | $2,295 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Chapman Morse, CA
As of October 24, 2025 the best value apartment in the Chapman Morse area is the $2.68 price per square foot Large Two Bedroom Model at The Monterey Apartments in the in the Lynhaven neighborhood starting from $2,730. The second greatest value Chapman Morse apartment is the 2x1.5rw Model at Normandy Park starting at $3,325 with a $3.33 price per square foot in the South San Jose neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Chapman Morse apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Monterey Apartments | Large Two Bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $2.68 |
| Normandy Park | 2x1.5rw | 2BR,1.5BA | $3.33 |
| Avalon Morrison Park | B1T | 2BR,2.5BA | $3.29 |
| Sycamore Park | 2 Bed 1.5 Bath | 2BR,1.5BA | $3.21 |
| Elements | Plan 1 | 1BR,1BA | $3.22 |
| Mosaic Apartments | Plan 1 | 1BR,1BA | $3.19 |
| Sandalwood Apartments | Large - 1 bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $3.28 |
| 2374 Pruneridge | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2.92 |
| Japantown Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $3.28 |
| Alvarado Park - 55+ Senior Housing | 1Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.99 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleChapman Morse, San Jose, CA
Ranked #9
Among cities in California for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
4.0Pet Friendly
Best Local Schools in Chapman Morse, San Jose, CA
Washington Elementary School
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Lifestyle Ratings
Our team is happy to bring you our detailed rental search system called 'Lifestyle ratings', composed of rentals in cities and towns across the United States and customized analysis for San Jose, California. LifeStyle Ratings are the best way to sort through finding a place to live - beyond price and floorplan. This takes in many factors including searching for the best amenities, and the best proximity to parks and outdoor amenities, places that make kids happy, raising pets, transit options, walking, and biking. Find Lifestyle Search in the filter options (above). Happy Searching!
Getting Around the Chapman Morse Neighborhood in San Jose, CA
Walk Score®
73 / 100
Very Walkable
Most errands can be accomplished on foot
Bike Score®
79 / 100
Very Bikeable
Biking is convenient for most trips
Transit Score®
48 / 100
Some Transit
A few nearby public transportation options
What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?
- Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
- Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
- Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Chapman Morse Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Chapman Morse?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Chapman Morse is under $2,295.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Chapman Morse?
The cheapest apartment in Chapman Morse is Alvarado Park - 55+ Senior Housing which is listed at $1,642, while the average apartment in Chapman Morse costs $6,574.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Chapman Morse?
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 13 regular apartments in Chapman Morse 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 Chapman Morse?
Cheap apartments in Chapman Morse have an average cost of $253 which is $6,321 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Chapman Morse.
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