Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Joaquin Miller Neighborhood of San Jose, CA from $900 (38 Rentals)

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Atherton Terrace
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Atherton Terrace

4809 Atherton AveSan Jose, CA 95130
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Prospect Corners
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Prospect Corners

1525-1537 Brookvale DrSan Jose, CA 95129
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Country Lane Apartments
Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Country Lane Apartments

4760 Country LnSan Jose, CA 95129
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Colonial House South
1 Bedroom Apartments

Colonial House South

435 Richfield DrSan Jose, CA 95129
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San Jose Gardens
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

San Jose Gardens

4668 Albany DrSan Jose, CA 95129
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Hamilton Apartments
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Hamilton Apartments

4680 Hamilton AveSan Jose, CA 95130
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5160 Westdale Dr
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

5160 Westdale Dr

5160 Westdale DrSan Jose, CA 95129

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Studio, 1 Bath Home for Rent

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12651 Kinman Ct

SaratogaCA95070

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Willow Springs
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Willow Springs

450 Harvard AveSanta Clara, CA 95051
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Joaquin Miller, San Jose, CA Local Guide

Cheapest Available Joaquin Miller Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Joaquin Miller area of San Jose, CA is a Studio unit found at Stevens Creek priced from $972. North Colonial House has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,895. Here are the most affordable Joaquin Miller apartments for rent in San Jose, CA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Stevens CreekStudioStudio,1BA$972
North Colonial House1B/1BA - Medium1BR,1BA$1,895
Park KielyS1Studio,1BA$2,100
4775 Atherton Ave1 Bed 1 Bath1BR,1BA$2,145
eaves West Valley405Studio,1BA$2,285
Saratoga Savoy Apartments1 Bed, 1 bath1BR,1BA$2,350
Fountain ParkBirchStudio,1BA$2,399
Paloma VistaLagoStudio,1BA$2,429
Ranchero PalmsOne Bedroom One Bathroom1BR,1BA$2,475
5160 Westdale Dr2 Beds, 1 Baths2BR,1BA$2,600

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Joaquin Miller, CA

As of June 14, 2026 the best value apartment in the Joaquin Miller area is the $3.63 price per square foot Portola Townhome Model at The Pointe at Cupertino in the in the Birdland neighborhood starting from $4,177. The second greatest value Joaquin Miller apartment is the 2 Beds, 1 Baths Model at 5160 Westdale Dr starting at $2,600 with a $3.25 price per square foot in the Saratoga Creek neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Joaquin Miller apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
The Pointe at CupertinoPortola Townhome3BR,1.5BA$3.63
5160 Westdale Dr2 Beds, 1 Baths2BR,1BA$3.25
Southwinds Apartments2x12BR,1BA$3.44
City Gate at Cupertino1 Bedroom A1BR,1BA$4.34
Ranchero PalmsOne Bedroom One Bathroom1BR,1BA$3.54
Saratoga Savoy Apartments1 Bed, 1 bath1BR,1BA$3.36
North Colonial House1 Bedroom - S1BR,1BA$3.20
Paloma VistaLagoStudio ,1BA$3.98
4775 Atherton Ave1 Bed 1 Bath1BR,1BA$3.53
Stevens CreekStudioStudio ,1BA$2.28

Beyond Campus: Finding Your Perfect San Jose Apartment in the Perfect Student Friendly Neighborhood

Going to college in San Jose? Our local expert gives you the inside scoop on the best neighborhoods to live near Near SJSU, SCU, SJCC, and EVC

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Don't Settle: How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

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Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary | ApartmentHomeLiving.com Renter University

From the letter A all the way to the letter Z, the Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary from the content team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provides our visitors and shoppers with a little clarity and helpful guidance in navigating the real estate world through definitions and explainers for the top subjects and terms that someone may come across during the leasing, buying, or selling process.

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Lifestyle Ratings

ApartmentHomeLiving brings you our detailed rental analysis called 'Lifestyle Ratings' - a comparison of neighborhoods, areas, and rental properties across California and customized analysis for West San Jose, CA. Our Lifestyle Ratings help you zero-in on the perfect place to call home. This takes in many factors including rankings of the best places for the best outdoor access, luxury amenities, pet-friendly features, places to raise kids, proximity to transit, and how walkable or bikeable each community and area is. Find Lifestyle Search in the filter options (above). Happy Searching!

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Joaquin Miller Apartments

What is a cheap apartment in Joaquin Miller?

A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Joaquin Miller is under $2,600.

What is the price of a cheap apartment in Joaquin Miller?

The cheapest apartment in Joaquin Miller is Stevens Creek which is listed at $1,036, while the average apartment in Joaquin Miller costs $6,344.

What types of apartments are the cheapest in Joaquin Miller?

Student, low-income, and by-the-bed apartments are typically the cheapest rentals in most cities, though they require qualifying criteria to rent. There are 10 regular apartments in Joaquin Miller that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.

How do the prices of cheap apartments compare to the average apartment in Joaquin Miller?

Cheap apartments in Joaquin Miller have an average cost of $465 which is $5,879 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Joaquin Miller.

Expert Rental Resources

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.

Helpful Local Expert Guides

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A Local Expert's Guide to the Top 10 Best Affordable Neighborhoods for Renters in San Jose

Written by: Shannon Hilson

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Beyond Campus: Finding Your Perfect San Jose Student Apartment and Neighborhood

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Sunny San Jose is so much more than just an incredible place to go to school, get an education, and prepare for the next chapter of your life.

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Living and Working in San Jose: A Local Experts Guide to the Best Neighborhoods to Rent Near San Joses Top Employers

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San Jose is absolutely one of those places where your zip code and your job eventually wind up in a very serious relationship.

Articles, How-To's, and Tips

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Pet-Friendly Renting: Everything You Need to Know Before You Move

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

For so many of us, pets are the best companions and a big part of our lives. For this reason, a pet-friendly house or apartment is often a very important - and nonnegotiable - part of a move.

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Creative Ways Developers Reimagine Retail Spaces as Residential Units

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Adaptive reuse is when a commercial property is converted and repurposed. The real estate industry has embraced a growing number of these projects.

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Neighborhood and Market Insights: How to Choose the Right Area to Rent

Written by: Robin Stewart

Apartment-hunting can be a gargantuan task. Renters have a wish list of items—some luxuries, some necessities—but finding what you seek in the right place is perhaps the most important part of the journey.