
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Miner Neighborhood of San Jose, CA from $900 (31 Rentals)
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5486 Colony Field Dr

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4728 Mendoza Ave, Unit Studio, Unit Studio

Charlotte Park Apartments

Thornbridge

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The Woods Apartments
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Orchard Park Apartments

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Blossom Hill

La Moraga Apartments

Terra House Apartments

Santa Palmia at Palm Valley

Bella Villagio
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Santa Teresa Apartments

Duo Apartments

Bell Almaden

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Ascent

The Lex

4952 Flat Rock Cir

Eden Palms Apartments
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Monterey Manor

Oak Tree Village

5332 Monterey Rd

Glenbrook Apartments

264 Tradewinds Ct

Sofi Waterford Park
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Palma Sorrento at Palm Valley

Villa Veneto at Palm Valley

371 Oleander Dr
Miner, San Jose, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Miner?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Miner Studio Apartments | $1,976 | $995 | $2,596 |
| Miner 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,808 | $1,061 | $3,952 |
| Miner 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,421 | $2,112 | $4,960 |
| Miner 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,130 | $3,275 | $6,043 |
| Miner 4 Bedroom Apartments | $13,156 | $10,000 | $10,000+ |
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There are currently 31 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Miner Neighborhood of San Jose, CA.
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Cheapest Available Miner Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Miner area of San Jose, CA is a Studio unit found at Blossom Valley Senior Apartments priced from $995. Charlotte Park Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,822. Here are the most affordable Miner apartments for rent in San Jose, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Blossom Valley Senior Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $995 |
| Charlotte Park Apartments | 1B1B | 1BR,1BA | $1,822 |
| Thornbridge | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,826 |
| The Woods Apartments | Sycamore | Studio,1BA | $2,095 |
| Blossom Oaks Apartments | Greenemere | 2BR,1BA | $2,350 |
| Blossom Hill | Large 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2,415 |
| La Moraga Apartments | Sprout | 1BR,1BA | $2,529 |
| Terra House Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $2,596 |
| Sofi Waterford Park | Willow | 1BR,1BA | $2,700 |
| Santa Teresa Apartments | 1x1M | 1BR,1BA | $2,746 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Miner, CA
As of April 26, 2026 the best value apartment in the Miner area is the $3.19 price per square foot Il Mondello Model at Santa Palmia at Palm Valley in the in the South San Jose neighborhood starting from $3,419. The second greatest value Miner apartment is the 3Bdroom Model at Foothills Apartments starting at $3,595 with a $3.42 price per square foot in the South San Jose neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Miner apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Santa Palmia at Palm Valley | Il Mondello | 2BR,2BA | $3.19 |
| Foothills Apartments | 3Bdroom | 3BR,2BA | $3.42 |
| Bella Villagio | Bella Sole | 2BR,2BA | $2.99 |
| Orchard Park Apartments | Peachwell | 2BR,2BA | $3.34 |
| Villa Veneto at Palm Valley | Il Palermo | 1BR,1BA | $3.56 |
| Blossom Oaks Apartments | Bloomhurst | 2BR,1BA | $3.07 |
| La Moraga Apartments | Sprout | 1BR,1BA | $3.42 |
| Blossom Hill | Large 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $3.45 |
| Charlotte Park Apartments | 1B1B | 1BR,1BA | $2.81 |
| Blossom Valley Senior Apartments | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $2.53 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleMiner, San Jose, CA
Ranked #218
Among cities in California for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
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4.0Pet Friendly
Best Local Schools in Miner, San Jose, CA
Herman (Leonard) Intermediate
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Miner Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Miner?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Miner is under $2,746.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Miner?
The cheapest apartment in Miner is Charlotte Park Apartments which is listed at $1,822, while the average apartment in Miner costs $13,156.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Miner?
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 22 regular apartments in Miner 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 Miner?
Cheap apartments in Miner have an average cost of $583 which is $12,573 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Miner.
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