
Cheap Homes for Rent in Checkers Neighborhood of San Jose, CA from $1,000 (13 Rentals)
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Checkers, San Jose, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent a home in Checkers?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Checkers 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,750 | $2,650 | $2,850 |
Checkers 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,700 | $2,700 | $2,700 |
Checkers 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $4,500 | $4,000 | $4,950 |
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There are currently 13 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Checkers Neighborhood of San Jose, CA.
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Cheapest Available Checkers Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Checkers area of San Jose, CA is a Studio unit found at Vela Apartments priced from $1,566. Clayburn Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,695. Here are the most affordable Checkers apartments for rent in San Jose, CA:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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Vela Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,566 |
Clayburn Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,695 |
Vintage Tower | VT1B1BB | 1BR,1BA | $1,721 |
Hacienda Creek Senior Apartments | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,759 |
Westwood Properties | 55 S 6th | Studio,1BA | $1,800 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Checkers, CA
As of June 19, 2025 the best value apartment in the Checkers area is the $2.91 price per square foot Plan B2 Model at 360 Residences in the in the South San Jose neighborhood starting from $2,979. The second greatest value Checkers apartment is the 1 Bedroom 1 Bath Model at Villa de Guadalupe starting at $2,622 with a $2.62 price per square foot in the South San Jose neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Checkers apartments based on price per square foot:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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360 Residences | Plan B2 | 1BR,1BA | $2.91 |
Villa de Guadalupe | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2.62 |
1298 Shortridge Ave, Unit B | 1298 Shortridge Ave | 2BR,1BA | $2.80 |
20 S 2nd St, Unit 434 | 20 S 2nd St | 1BR,1BA | $3.16 |
Country Club Villa | 2 Bed 2 Bath Downstairs | 2BR,2BA | $3.18 |
101 San Fernando | Plan A2 - 1 Bed / 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $3.27 |
862 Jeanne Ave, Unit 2 | 862 Jeanne Ave | 2BR,1BA | $3.20 |
Sparta505 - Student Housing | Plan F | 2BR,2BA | $2.79 |
Hacienda Creek Senior Apartments | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $2.64 |
Vintage Tower | VT1B1BB | 1BR,1BA | $2.86 |
Frequently Asked Questions about Checkers
What type of rentals are currently available in Checkers?
There are currently 788 Apartments for Rent in Checkers, CA with pricing that ranges from $1,200 to $10,392. There are also 34 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Checkers ranging from $1,000 to $4,950.
What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Checkers?
Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Checkers ranges from $1,000 to $4,950 with an average monthly rent of $2,981.
How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Checkers?
For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Checkers range from $2,211 to $4,200, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $2,700 to $2,700. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $4,000 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $4,500.
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Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips
The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

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