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75 Glen Eyrie AveSan Jose, CA 95125
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1459 Curci DrSan Jose, CA 95126
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2020 Southwest ExpySan Jose, CA 95126
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969 Meridian AveSan Jose, CA 95126
1230 Leigh Ave
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836 Saint Elizabeth DrSan Jose, CA 95126
321 Leland Ave
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1505 De Rose WaySan Jose, CA 95126
1688 De Rose Way
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Willow Glen Apartments
996-998 Meridian AveSan Jose, CA 95126
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1919 Fruitdale AveSan Jose, CA 95128
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814 Saint Elizabeth DrSan Jose, CA 95126
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970 Meridian AveSan Jose, CA 95126
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1750 Stokes StSan Jose, CA 95126
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1611 Parkmoor AveSan Jose, CA 95128
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808 W San Carlos StSan Jose, CA 95126
1150 Francisco Ave
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784 Concord AveSan Jose, CA 95128
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935-959 Willowleaf DrSan Jose, CA 95128
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Creekside Apartments
1800 Stokes StSan Jose, CA 95126
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Meridian at Midtown
1432 W San Carlos StSan Jose, CA 95126
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1590 Southwest ExpySan Jose, CA 95126
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465 W San Carlos StSan Jose, CA 95110
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1201 Parkmoor AveSan Jose, CA 95126
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475 W San Carlos StSan Jose, CA 95110
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The Standard (CA)
515 Lincoln AveSan Jose, CA 95126
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Delmas Park
350 Barack Obama BlvdSan Jose, CA 95126
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Trestles Apartments
1566 Scott StSan Jose, CA 95126
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Page Street Studios
333 Page StSan Jose, CA 95126
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Pensione Esperanza
598 Columbia AveSan Jose, CA 95126
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912 - 914 Delbert Way
912-914 Delbert WaySan Jose, CA 95126
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Alvarado Park - 55+ Senior Housing
237 Race StSan Jose, CA 95126
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The Brooks House
655 Richmond AveSan Jose, CA 95128
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875 Northrup St
875 Northrup StSan Jose, CA 95126
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Arcadia Apartments
1011 Leigh AveSan Jose, CA 95128
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Koi Creek
1150 Pedro StSan Jose, CA 95126
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43 Lester Ave
43 Lester AveSan Jose, CA 95125
373 Richmond Ave
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Sandalwood Apartments
1371 Pedro StSan Jose, CA 95126
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1235 Leigh Apartments
1235 Leigh AveSan Jose, CA 95126
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40 Glen Eyrie Ave
40 Glen Eyrie AveSan Jose, CA 95125
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47 Lester Avenue
47 Lester AveSan Jose, CA 95125
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Laurel Grove Apartments
298 Laurel Grove LnSan Jose, CA 95126
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1860 Southwest Expy
1860 Southwest ExpySan Jose, CA 95126
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Silver
333 Sunol StSan Jose, CA 95126
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Fruitdale Gardens
1489 Fruitdale AveSan Jose, CA 95128
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Patina at Midtown
355 Sunol StSan Jose, CA 95126
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Menclair Apartments
560 Menker AveSan Jose, CA 95128
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48 Lester Avenue
48 Lester AveSan Jose, CA 95125
1960 Southwest Expy
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Meridian, San Jose, CA Local Guide
How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Meridian?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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| Meridian Studio Apartments | $2,620 | $1,870 | $3,206 |
| Meridian 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,977 | $2,090 | $3,711 |
| Meridian 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,641 | $2,495 | $4,462 |
| Meridian 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,991 | $3,099 | $5,103 |
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Cheapest Available Meridian Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in the Meridian area of San Jose, CA is a 1 Bed unit found at Cherry Creek priced from $2,090. Sandalwood Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $2,165. Here are the most affordable Meridian apartments for rent in San Jose, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cherry Creek | 1BR, 1 BA | 1BR,1BA | $2,090 |
| Sandalwood Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $2,165 |
| 1235 Leigh Apartments | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2,250 |
| Meridian | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $2,250 |
| Plum Orchard Apartments | Floorplan 1B | 1BR,1BA | $2,500 |
| Willow Glen Apartments | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $2,560 |
| Redwood Seniors of Willow Glen - 55+ | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2,588 |
| Patina at Midtown | Slate | Studio,1BA | $2,639 |
| The Grove | Silver | 1BR,1BA | $2,650 |
| Vista | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2,929 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Meridian, CA
As of August 26, 2026 the best value apartment in the Meridian area is the $3.41 price per square foot Plan 4 Model at Mosaic Apartments in the in the South San Jose neighborhood starting from $4,002. The second greatest value Meridian apartment is the 2BD, 2BTH A Model at Villas Willow Glen starting at $3,570 with a $3.46 price per square foot in the South San Jose neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Meridian apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mosaic Apartments | Plan 4 | 2BR,2BA | $3.41 |
| Villas Willow Glen | 2BD, 2BTH A | 2BR,2BA | $3.46 |
| Deodar Townhomes | 2 Bed 1.5 Bath | 2BR,1.5BA | $3.68 |
| Elements | Plan 1 | 1BR,1BA | $3.82 |
| Willow Creek | One Bedroom One Bath A1 | 1BR,1BA | $3.80 |
| Willow Glen Apartments | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $3.56 |
| The Grove | Silver | 1BR,1BA | $3.93 |
| Cherry Creek | 1BR, 1 BA | 1BR,1BA | $3.22 |
| 1235 Leigh Apartments | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $3.57 |
| Sandalwood Apartments | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $3.94 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Meridian Apartments
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Meridian?
The cheapest apartment in Meridian is Cherry Creek which is listed at $2,090, while the average apartment in Meridian costs $3,291.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Meridian?
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 15 regular apartments in Meridian 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 Meridian?
Cheap apartments in Meridian have an average cost of $830 which is $2,461 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Meridian.
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