
Student Apartments for Rent in the Checkers Neighborhood of San Jose, CA (9 Rentals)
Rentals in the Checkers area of San Jose near campus with by-the-room pricing and amenities for students.


Sparta505 - Student Housing
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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 |
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Checkers Studio Apartments | $2,253 | $1,420 | $4,079 |
Checkers 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,099 | $1,200 | $5,855 |
Checkers 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,670 | $2,000 | $6,874 |
Checkers 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,296 | $2,211 | $4,200 |
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Outdoors Rating
Are you somebody that needs to live with access to the great outdoors? this neighborhood has come to be providing really good access to parks and green spaces, with a score of 4.0 out of 4.
Pet Friendly Rating
Pet owners, listen up! this part of San Jose has established a name for itself as one of the A-list neighborhoods for dog and cat owners, with a score of 4.0 out of 4.
Getting Around the Checkers Neighborhood in San Jose, CA
Walk Score®
79 / 100
Very Walkable
Most errands can be accomplished on foot
Bike Score®
56 / 100
Bikeable
Some bike infrastructure
Transit Score®
52 / 100
Good Transit
Many nearby public transportation options
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Frequently Asked Questions about Student Checkers Apartments
What is the Cheapest Student apartment in Checkers?
Currently the most affordable Student Apartment in Checkers is at Sparta505 - Student Housing listed at $1,260.
How much is the average rent for a Student Checkers Apartment?
The average rent for a Student Apartment in Checkers is $1,590.
What is the largest Student Checkers Apartment for rent?
Today's Student apartment with the most square footage in Checkers is a 1,076 square feet unit starting from $1,260 at Sparta505 - Student Housing.
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