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Pensione Esperanza
598 Columbia AveSan Jose, CA 95126
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the McKinley Neighborhood of San Jose, CA from $1,200 (13 Rentals)
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Vela Apartments
2358 Aum Rock AveSan Jose, CA 95116
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$1,594 - $1,7771 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
The Village at Willow Glen
465 Willow Glen WaySan Jose, CA 95125
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The Kelsey Ayer Station
457 N 1st StSan Jose, CA 95112
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Hacienda Creek Senior Apartments
399 East CtSan Jose, CA 95116
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The Colonnade Apartments
201 S 4th StSan Jose, CA 95112
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Lion Villas
2550 S King RdSan Jose, CA 95122
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625 S 11th StSan Jose, CA 95112
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Summercrest Villas
1725 Almaden RdSan Jose, CA 95125
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Valley West Apartments
1050 Summerside DrSan Jose, CA 95122
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1776 Apartments
1776 Almaden RdSan Jose, CA 95125
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Almaden
1501 Almaden ExpySan Jose, CA 95125
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Metropolitan Court Apartments
390 N 2nd StSan Jose, CA 95112
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McKinley, San Jose, CA Local Guide
How much does it cost to rent an apartment in McKinley?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| McKinley Studio Apartments | $2,595 | $1,250 | $3,695 |
| McKinley 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,991 | $1,594 | $5,291 |
| McKinley 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,829 | $2,435 | $6,014 |
| McKinley 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,307 | $2,807 | $5,890 |
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Cheapest Available McKinley Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in the McKinley area of San Jose, CA is a Studio unit found at Pensione Esperanza priced from $1,250. Vela Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,437. Here are the most affordable McKinley apartments for rent in San Jose, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pensione Esperanza | Studio, 1 bath | Studio,1BA | $1,250 |
| Vela Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,437 |
| The Franciscan | Room 8 | Studio,1BA | $1,450 |
| The Village at Willow Glen | Building A | 1BR,1BA | $1,594 |
| The Kelsey Ayer Station | 50% AMI Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,706 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in McKinley, CA
As of March 22, 2026 the best value apartment in the McKinley area is the $2.16 price per square foot MODEL 2 BEDROOM 2 BATHROOM - FOR VIEWING ONLY Model at Stonebridge Apartments in the in the South San Jose neighborhood starting from $2,590. The second greatest value McKinley apartment is the 2bed 1bath Model at Sedona Apartments starting at $2,635 with a $2.44 price per square foot in the South San Jose neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for McKinley apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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| Stonebridge Apartments | MODEL 2 BEDROOM 2 BATHROOM - FOR VIEWING ONLY | 2BR,2BA | $2.16 |
| Sedona Apartments | 2bed 1bath | 2BR,1BA | $2.44 |
| 27 North - Student Housing Apartments | 2D Private Attached - Spring 2026 (Other) | 2BR,2BA | $2.19 |
| Neo on First | 1 BR 1 BA - Unfurnished | 1BR,1BA | $3.37 |
| Westwood Properties | 55 S 6th | 1BR,1BA | $3.24 |
| Villa Torino | The Roma BMR | 1BR,1BA | $3.19 |
| Metropolitan Court Apartments | 1 st Floor 1Bed 1Bath | 1BR,1BA | $3.14 |
| Hacienda Creek Senior Apartments | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $2.64 |
| Almaden | 1x1A | 1BR,1BA | $3.37 |
| The Village at Willow Glen | Building A | 1BR,1BA | $2.66 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap McKinley Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in McKinley?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in McKinley is under $2,124.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in McKinley?
The cheapest apartment in McKinley is The Village at Willow Glen which is listed at $1,594, while the average apartment in McKinley costs $4,219.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in McKinley?
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 53 regular apartments in McKinley 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 McKinley?
Cheap apartments in McKinley have an average cost of $1,058 which is $3,161 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in McKinley.
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