
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Kollmar Neighborhood of San Jose, CA from $1,300 (126 Rentals)
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ReNew Twenty50

Mission Grove

1417 Dubert

1063 Appian Lane

1075 Appian Lane

1081 Appian Lane

654 Macredes Avenue

1051 Appian Lane

1137 Appian Lane
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1376 Tami Lee

1105 Appian Lane

1619 Virginia Avenue

1066 Appian Ln

1334 Crucero

144-148 S 33rd St

373-381 Gloria Ave

581 Avalani Ave

587 Avalani Ave

1339 Carnelian Dr
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39 Jose Figueres Ave

2750 Mckee Rd

2245 Luz Ave

1625 Alum Rock Ave

1661 Alum Rock Ave

254 Pamela Ave

1339 Crucero Dr

207 Gramercy Pl

239 Montclair Ave

3035 Westboro Dr
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1425 Dubert Ln

1322 Carnelian Dr

2752 Kollmar Dr

1344 Crucero Dr

1855 Luby Dr

1409 Dubert Ln

484 Nordyke Dr

1399 Tami Lee Dr

1415 Tami Lee Dr

1408 Dubert Ln
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2392 Mammoth Dr

1380 Carnelian Dr

1509 Mount Herman Dr

1351 Carnelian Dr

175 Alexander Ave

279 La Pala Dr

1324 Crucero Dr

1435 Carnelian Dr

275 La Pala Dr

1424 Carnelian Dr
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Kollmar, San Jose, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Kollmar?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kollmar Studio Apartments | $1,437 | $1,437 | $1,437 |
| Kollmar 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,767 | $1,750 | $3,499 |
| Kollmar 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,557 | $2,539 | $2,575 |
| Kollmar 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,807 | $2,807 | $2,807 |
| Kollmar 4 Bedroom Apartments | $14,010 | $10,000 | $10,000+ |
Browse Apartments in this Neighborhood
There are currently 126 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Kollmar Neighborhood of San Jose, CA.
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Cheapest Available Kollmar Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Kollmar area of San Jose, CA is a Studio unit found at Vela Apartments priced from $1,437. Foxdale has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $2,318. Here are the most affordable Kollmar apartments for rent in San Jose, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Vela Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,437 |
| Foxdale | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $2,318 |
| ReNew Twenty50 | Madeline | 1BR,1BA | $2,499 |
| Aviara | 2-Bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $3,170 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Kollmar, CA
As of May 04, 2026 the best value apartment in the Kollmar area is the $3.48 price per square foot 2-Bedroom Model at Aviara in the in the South San Jose neighborhood starting from $3,170. The second greatest value Kollmar apartment is the McKee Model at ReNew Twenty50 starting at $2,799 with a $4.41 price per square foot in the South San Jose neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Kollmar apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aviara | 2-Bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $3.48 |
| ReNew Twenty50 | McKee | 1BR,1BA | $4.41 |
| Foxdale | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $4.16 |
| Vela Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $4.48 |
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Best Local Schools in Kollmar, San Jose, CA
Thomas P. Ryan Elementary
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Kollmar Apartments
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Kollmar Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Kollmar Apartment is $2,190 at Vela Apartments.
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Written by: Shannon Hilson
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Written by: Lauren Harrington
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This article draws from first-hand renter experiences and recurring financial challenges reported after moving in.