
3 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in the Checkers Neighborhood of San Jose, CA (102 Rentals)


Country Club Villa

Woodland Meadow

Vela Apartments

27 North - Student Housing Apartments

The Fairways

73 Silcreek Dr, Unit 73

725 Modern Ice Dr

1302 Araujo St

425 N 7th St
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1425 Sunshadow Ln

256 N 16th St

1105 Pepper Rd

2615 Pendragon Ln

1741 Abington Ct

240 N Cragmont Ave

1727 Coralee Dr

The Penthouses at Vendome Place

1619 Virginia Avenue
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175 Alexander Ave

425 Elizabeth

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1610 Virginia Ave

1780 Cortez Ave

470 S 3rd St

549-551 Sinclair Dr

60 Jose Figueres Ave

1674 Virginia Ave

187 S 12th St
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Fourth Street Apartments

111 Nancy Ln

439 N 8th St

314-316 7th St

1780-1784 E William St

165 Gramercy Pl

581 Avalani Ave

1290 Oakland Rd

545 S 5th St

587 Avalani Ave
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2750 Mckee Rd

324 N 3rd St

2239 Berkeley Way

465 N 11th St

551 Avalani Ave

157 Alexander Ave

126-136 N 7th St

191 N 9th St

92 N 6th St
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Checkers, San Jose, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Checkers?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Checkers Studio Apartments | $2,404 | $1,400 | $3,065 |
| Checkers 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,816 | $1,240 | $3,978 |
| Checkers 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,515 | $995 | $4,609 |
Checkers 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,127 | $1,720 | $5,146 |
| Checkers 4 Bedroom Apartments | $3,017 | $1,585 | $5,811 |
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There are currently 102 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Checkers Neighborhood of San Jose, CA.
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Largest Available Checkers 3 Bedroom Apartments
The largest available 3 Bedroom apartment unit in the Checkers area of San Jose, CA is found at Foxdale and is listed at 1,185 square feet priced from $2,795. Here is today’s list of the largest available 2 Bedroom units in the area:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Square Footage | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Foxdale | 3x1.5 | 1,185 Sq Ft | $2,795 |
| The Fairways | 3 Bedroom | 1,018 Sq Ft | $2,380 |
| Vela Apartments | 3 Bedroom | 897 Sq Ft | $2,564 |
Cheapest Available Checkers 3 Bedroom Apartments
Currently the lowest priced 3 Bedroom apartment unit Checkers of San Jose, CA is the 3A Private Attached - Fall 2026 (Other) Model starting from $1,720 at 27 North - Student Housing Apartments. The average price for all 3 Bedroom apartments in Checkers is currently $4,127. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available 3 Bedroom options in the area:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Priced From |
|---|---|---|
| 27 North - Student Housing Apartments | 3A Private Attached - Fall 2026 (Other) | $1,720 |
| The Fairways | 3 Bedroom | $2,380 |
| Vela Apartments | 3 Bedroom | $2,564 |
| Foxdale | 3x1.5 | $2,795 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about 3 Bedroom Checkers Apartments
What is the Cheapest apartment in Checkers with 3 Bedroom?
Currently the most affordable 3 Bedroom in Checkers is at 27 North - Student Housing Apartments listed at $1,720.
How much is the average rent for a 3 Bedroom Checkers Apartment?
The average rent for a 3 Bedroom Apartment in Checkers is $4,127.
What is the largest available 3 Bedroom Checkers Apartment for rent?
Today's apartment with the most square footage in Checkers is a 1,185 square feet unit starting from $2,795 at Foxdale.
What is the average size for Checkers 3 Bedroom Apartments for rent?
The average size for a 3 Bedroom rental in Checkers is currently 1,441 sq ft.
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