
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Midtown San Jose Neighborhood of San Jose, CA from $800 (38 Rentals)
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Pensione Esperanza

598 Columbia Ave

The Kelsey Ayer Station

801 S Winchester Blvd

Glen Eyrie Apartments

Los Gatos Landing

255 N Third St

Metropolitan Court Apartments
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Bascom Holiday Apartments

Delmas Park

Miranda Village

Trestles Apartments

Page Street Studios

912 - 914 Delbert Way

The Dudley Apartments

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The Brooks House

162-164 Topeka Ave

3137 Cadillac Dr

Capri Apartments

1055 Vermont

875 Northrup St

E Empire - Owner Notify - Rent Control-DT

Woodland apartments
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Koi Creek

Marlboro Manor Apartments

Tao Apartments

Town House

43 Lester Ave

N. San Pedro Apartments

Driftwood Apartments

Agrihood Senior Community (Ages 55+)
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155 Monroe St

The Palms
Midtown San Jose, San Jose, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Midtown San Jose?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Midtown San Jose Studio Apartments | $2,867 | $1,250 | $3,695 |
| Midtown San Jose 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,208 | $1,100 | $6,518 |
| Midtown San Jose 2 Bedroom Apartments | $4,198 | $2,205 | $10,000+ |
| Midtown San Jose 3 Bedroom Apartments | $5,113 | $3,346 | $7,473 |
| Midtown San Jose 4 Bedroom Apartments | $7,031 | $4,899 | $9,828 |
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There are currently 38 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Midtown San Jose Neighborhood of San Jose, CA.
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Cheapest Available Midtown San Jose Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Midtown San Jose area of San Jose, CA is a Studio unit found at Pensione Esperanza priced from $1,250. The Dudley Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,687. Here are the most affordable Midtown San Jose apartments for rent in San Jose, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pensione Esperanza | Studio, 1 bath | Studio,1BA | $1,250 |
| The Dudley Apartments | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,687 |
| The Kelsey Ayer Station | 50% AMI Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,706 |
| Bascom Holiday Apartments | S/1 US | Studio,1BA | $1,995 |
| 1235 Leigh Apartments | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2,050 |
| Lincoln Park Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $2,100 |
| Metropolitan Court Apartments | 1 st Floor 1Bed 1Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2,195 |
| David Avenue | 1 BR, 1 BA - 60% | 1BR,1BA | $2,318 |
| Villa Torino | The Roma BMR | 1BR,1BA | $2,356 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Midtown San Jose, CA
As of February 05, 2026 the best value apartment in the Midtown San Jose area is the $2.93 price per square foot Plan 4 Model at Mosaic Apartments in the in the South San Jose neighborhood starting from $3,442. The second greatest value Midtown San Jose apartment is the One Month Free! 2x1.5 W/D Model at Moorpark Garden Apartments starting at $3,300 with a $3.30 price per square foot in the South San Jose neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Midtown San Jose apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mosaic Apartments | Plan 4 | 2BR,2BA | $2.93 |
| Moorpark Garden Apartments | One Month Free! 2x1.5 W/D | 2BR,1.5BA | $3.30 |
| Central Park Apartments | Standard Broadway | 2BR,2BA | $2.99 |
| Elements | Plan 1 | 1BR,1BA | $3.30 |
| Willow Creek | One Bedroom One Bath A2 | 1BR,1BA | $3.31 |
| Normandy Park | 1x1rw | 1BR,1BA | $3.29 |
| Village of Taxco | Large 1 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $3.03 |
| Metropolitan Court Apartments | 1 st Floor 1Bed 1Bath | 1BR,1BA | $3.14 |
| 1235 Leigh Apartments | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $3.25 |
| The Dudley Apartments | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2.98 |
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Lifestyle Ratings
ApartmentHomeLiving.com compares millions of points of data to bring you comprehensive Lifestyle Ratings of rentals in cities across the United States including Midtown San Jose, San Jose, and the greater San Jose area. LifeStyle Ratings are a useful tool for comparing and sorting apartments and neighborhoods when choosing your rental home. This takes in many factors including searching for the best amenities, and proximity to parks, places to raise kids, raising pets, transit options, and how walkable or bikeable each community and area is. Use Lifestyle Search in the site filter options on this page - and find your Perfect place!
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Midtown San Jose Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Midtown San Jose?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Midtown San Jose is under $2,356.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Midtown San Jose?
The cheapest apartment in Midtown San Jose is The Dudley Apartments which is listed at $1,687, while the average apartment in Midtown San Jose costs $6,574.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Midtown San Jose?
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 39 regular apartments in Midtown San Jose 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 Midtown San Jose?
Cheap apartments in Midtown San Jose have an average cost of $516 which is $6,058 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Midtown San Jose.
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