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

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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 2 Beds unit found at 27 North - Student Housing Apartments priced from $995. 164 S 10th St has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,240. Here are the most affordable Checkers apartments for rent in San Jose, CA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
27 North - Student Housing Apartments2B Shared Attached - Spring 2026 (SJSU)2BR,2BA$995
164 S 10th St164 S 10th St1BR,1BA$1,240
The FranciscanRoom 8Studio,1BA$1,450
515 E WiLL71BR,1BA$1,680
Hacienda Creek Senior Apartments1 Bed, 1 bath1BR,1BA$1,759

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Checkers, CA

As of January 27, 2026 the best value apartment in the Checkers area is the $3.43 price per square foot TC4dl - 3BR BA Townhome + Den + Loft Model at Exhibit at J Town Apartments in the in the South San Jose neighborhood starting from $4,750. The second greatest value Checkers apartment is the 3X1 Model at Palm Court Apartments starting at $3,199 with a $2.64 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 ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Exhibit at J Town ApartmentsTC4dl - 3BR BA Townhome + Den + Loft3BR,2BA$3.43
Palm Court Apartments3X13BR,1BA$2.64
Villa de Guadalupe1 Bedroom 1 Bath1BR,1BA$2.67
428 S 11th St2 bedroom2BR,1BA$2.88
Woodland MeadowAspen1BR,1BA$3.29
33 South Third1/11BR,1BA$3.46
515 E WiLL71BR,1BA$2.49
Hacienda Creek Senior Apartments1 Bed, 1 bath1BR,1BA$2.64
39-00080BR/1.0BAStudio ,1BA$3.36
232 N 8th St1 Bed 1 Bath Corner1BR,1BA$3.45

Frequently Asked Questions about Checkers

What type of rentals are currently available in Checkers?

There are currently 781 Apartments for Rent in Checkers, CA with pricing that ranges from $900 to $8,800. There are also 39 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Checkers ranging from $1,000 to $6,100.

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 $6,100 with an average monthly rent of $3,883.

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 $1,045 to $4,841, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $3,285 to $4,095. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $4,595 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $1,060.

Expert Rental Resources

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