Cheap Homes for Rent in McKay Neighborhood of San Jose, CA from $2,500 (21 Rentals)

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872 Garden St

MilpitasCA95035

McKay, San Jose, CA Local Guide

Cheapest Available McKay Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the McKay area of San Jose, CA is a Studio unit found at 1040-1058 N. 4th St, San Jose priced from $1,950. eaves San Jose has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $2,469. Here are the most affordable McKay apartments for rent in San Jose, CA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
1040-1058 N. 4th St, San JoseStudioStudio,1BA$1,950
eaves San JoseA11BR,1BA$2,469
ApexJ2Studio,1BA$2,497
Anton AspireS1Studio,1BA$2,512
Willow LakeMaple1BR,1BA$2,519

Best Value Apartments for Rent in McKay, CA

As of October 25, 2025 the best value apartment in the McKay area is the $3.47 price per square foot Diablo Model at The Crossing at Montague in the in the Battaglia neighborhood starting from $3,245. The second greatest value McKay apartment is the Aspen Model at Woodland Meadow starting at $2,846 with a $3.40 price per square foot in the Berryessa neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for McKay apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
The Crossing at MontagueDiablo2BR,1BA$3.47
Woodland MeadowAspen1BR,1BA$3.40
IlaraA51BR,1BA$3.24
Willow LakeMaple1BR,1BA$3.44
Waterford PlaceThe Carlton1BR,1BA$3.83
Fountains at River OaksAngel Falls1BR,1BA$4.04
Palm Court Apartments2X12BR,1BA$3.85
eaves San JoseA11BR,1BA$3.70
790 14th N St, Unit 790 N 14th 1 bdrm Dplx790 14th N St1BR,1BA$3.72
ReNew BerryessaSierra1BR,1BA$4.11

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Mckay, San Jose, CA

Ranked #92

Among cities in California for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

4.0
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Frequently Asked Questions about McKay

What type of rentals are currently available in McKay?

There are currently 129 Apartments for Rent in McKay, CA with pricing that ranges from $1,420 to $7,895. There are also 45 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in McKay ranging from $2,500 to $7,860.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in McKay?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in McKay ranges from $2,500 to $7,860 with an average monthly rent of $4,392.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in McKay?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in McKay range from $3,299 to $7,895, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $3,880 to $4,850. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $3,300 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $6,873.

Expert Rental Resources

Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

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.

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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

If you’ve spent much time in San Jose, you’ve likely heard it referred to as “the capital of Silicon Valley” a time or two, and with good reason. San Jose has it all when it comes to the modern California lifestyle and then some.

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Apartment Common Area Rules: What Renters Need to Know

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Back in the day when I rented one of my first apartments, the property didn’t even have laundry in the building. Now, rental properties are often competing against each other to provide the best amenities.

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How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Everything is a negotiation in real estate! 

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The Rental Move-In Inspection Checklist: A Guide for Renters

Written by: Trey Huguley

The move-in inspection checklist is a crucial tool for both tenants and landlords. This checklist, provided by the team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com, helps document the condition of an apartment at the time of move-in.