
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Cinco de Mayo Neighborhood of San Jose, CA from $1,500 (21 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in the Cinco de Mayo area of San Jose.


Amberwood Apartments

2009 Swansea Ct

ReNew Berryessa

Woodland Meadow

2195 Klassen Wy

Willow Lake
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2002 Tradan Dr

2466 Golzio Ct

1505 Four Oaks Cir

Parc West

1423 S Milpitas Blvd

The Crossing at Montague

1106 Edsel Dr, Unit 2
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308 Sango

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Ivy Park at Milpitas

313 San Petra Ct
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Cinco de Mayo, San Jose, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Cinco de Mayo?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cinco de Mayo Studio Apartments | $2,892 | $2,530 | $3,215 |
| Cinco de Mayo 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,431 | $2,550 | $4,495 |
| Cinco de Mayo 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,820 | $2,795 | $5,255 |
| Cinco de Mayo 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,790 | $2,900 | $6,500 |
Browse Apartments in this Neighborhood
There are currently 21 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Cinco de Mayo Neighborhood of San Jose, CA.
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Cheapest Available Cinco de Mayo Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Cinco de Mayo area of San Jose, CA is a 2 Beds unit found at 313 San Petra Ct priced from $2,395. Amberwood Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $2,700. Here are the most affordable Cinco de Mayo apartments for rent in San Jose, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| 313 San Petra Ct | 2x1 | 2BR,1BA | $2,395 |
| Amberwood Apartments | 1 bed/1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $2,700 |
| ReNew Berryessa | Sierra | 1BR,1BA | $3,059 |
| Apex | Plan 1B | 1BR,1BA | $3,297 |
| eaves San Jose | B1 | 2BR,2BA | $3,302 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Cinco de Mayo, CA
As of July 29, 2026 the best value apartment in the Cinco de Mayo area is the $3.37 price per square foot Cedar Model at Woodland Meadow in the in the Berryessa neighborhood starting from $3,769. The second greatest value Cinco de Mayo apartment is the B1 Model at The Harlowe starting at $4,471 with a $4.49 price per square foot in the Berryessa neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Cinco de Mayo apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Woodland Meadow | Cedar | 2BR,2BA | $3.37 |
| The Harlowe | B1 | 2BR,2BA | $4.49 |
| eaves San Jose | B1 | 2BR,2BA | $3.58 |
| Graham at The Fields | Plan A1 Loft | 1BR,1BA | $4.60 |
| 313 San Petra Ct | 2x1 | 2BR,1BA | $2.72 |
| Apex | Plan 1B | 1BR,1BA | $4.36 |
| Willow Lake | Maple | 1BR,1BA | $4.58 |
| Amberwood Apartments | 1 bed/1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $4.14 |
| ReNew Berryessa | Sierra | 1BR,1BA | $4.69 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Cinco de Mayo Apartments
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Cinco de Mayo Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Cinco de Mayo Apartment is $2,700 at Amberwood Apartments.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Cinco de Mayo Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Cinco de Mayo is starting from $2,395 at 313 San Petra Ct.
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