
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Markingdon Neighborhood of San Jose, CA from $1,300 (169 Rentals)
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Vela Apartments

Mission Grove

1376 Tami Lee

1619 Virginia Avenue

1334 Crucero

1417 Dubert

2343 Mammoth Drive

2325 Mather Drive

1382 Tami Lee Drive
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2331 Mammoth Drive

1369 Dubert Ln

373-381 Gloria Ave

1339 Crucero Dr

1415 Tami Lee Dr

1409 Dubert Ln

484 Nordyke Dr

2752 Kollmar Dr

1435 Carnelian Dr

2750 Mckee Rd
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1509 Mount Herman Dr

275 La Pala Dr

1380 Carnelian Dr

1408 Dubert Ln

1424 Carnelian Dr

2392 Mammoth Dr

1351 Carnelian Dr

175 Alexander Ave

1339 Carnelian Dr
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2245 Luz Ave

1399 Tami Lee Dr

39 Jose Figueres Ave

3035 Westboro Dr

239 Montclair Ave

1425 Dubert Ln

207 Gramercy Pl

254 Pamela Ave

1344 Crucero Dr

1322 Carnelian Dr
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1324 Crucero Dr

2710-2718 Kollmar Dr

69-81 Jose Figueres Ave

1430 Tamilee Dr

1352 Dubert Ln

2702-2744 Norita Ct

1281 Fleming Ave

223 Alexander Ave

1440 Dubert Ln

1441 Dubert Ln
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Markingdon, San Jose, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Markingdon?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Markingdon 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,214 | $1,795 | $2,599 |
| Markingdon 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,600 | $2,600 | $2,600 |
| Markingdon 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,831 | $2,564 | $3,098 |
Browse Apartments in this Neighborhood
There are currently 169 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Markingdon Neighborhood of San Jose, CA.
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Cheapest Available Markingdon Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Markingdon area of San Jose, CA is a 1 Bed unit found at Vela Apartments priced from $2,250. Peppertree Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $2,599. Here are the most affordable Markingdon apartments for rent in San Jose, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Vela Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2,250 |
| Peppertree Apartments | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2,599 |
| Foxdale | 3x1.5 | 3BR,1BA | $2,795 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Markingdon, CA
As of July 27, 2026 the best value apartment in the Markingdon area is the $2.48 price per square foot 4x1.5 Model at Foxdale in the in the South San Jose neighborhood starting from $3,106. The second greatest value Markingdon apartment is the 1 Bed 1 Bath Model at Peppertree Apartments starting at $2,599 with a $4.32 price per square foot in the South San Jose neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Markingdon apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Foxdale | 4x1.5 | 4BR,1.5BA | $2.48 |
| Peppertree Apartments | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $4.32 |
| Vela Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $4.60 |
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Best Local Schools in Markingdon, San Jose, CA
Thomas P. Ryan Elementary
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Markingdon Apartments
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Markingdon Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Markingdon Apartment is $2,250 at Vela Apartments.
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