Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Monterey Corridor Neighborhood of San Jose, CA from $600 (13 Rentals)

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Willow Pointe
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Willow Pointe

1010 S 3rd StSan Jose, CA 95112
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Paseo Senter
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Paseo Senter

1900 Senter RdSan Jose, CA 95112
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215 Oak St
1 Bedroom Apartments

215 Oak St

215 Oak StSan Jose, CA 95110

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Bella Castello
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Bella Castello

570 Keyes StSan Jose, CA 95112
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603 S 1st St
Studio Apartments

603 S 1st St

603 S 1st StSan Jose, CA 95113
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Tamien Station
Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Tamien Station

1197 Lick AveSan Jose, CA 95110
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357 Willow Street
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

357 Willow Street

357 Willow StSan Jose, CA 95110

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Monterey Corridor, San Jose, CA Local Guide

Cheapest Available Monterey Corridor Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Monterey Corridor area of San Jose, CA is a 1 Bed unit found at Almaden priced from $1,812. Summercrest Villas has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $2,324. Here are the most affordable Monterey Corridor apartments for rent in San Jose, CA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Almaden1x1A1BR,1BA$1,812
Summercrest Villas1x11BR,1BA$2,324
The TaftAStudio,1BA$2,447
The Fay San JoseStudio B (faSTBM)Studio,1BA$2,547
SPARQStudio A1.1Studio,1BA$2,573

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Monterey Corridor, CA

As of January 27, 2026 the best value apartment in the Monterey Corridor area is the $2.05 price per square foot 3 beds 1.5 bath Model at 327 Willow St in the in the South San Jose neighborhood starting from $2,695. The second greatest value Monterey Corridor apartment is the 2x2 Model at Almaden 1930 starting at $2,776 with a $2.82 price per square foot in the South San Jose neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Monterey Corridor apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
327 Willow St3 beds 1.5 bath3BR,1.5BA$2.05
Almaden 19302x22BR,2BA$2.82
Scotia ApartmentsPlan 42BR,2BA$3.45
1776 ApartmentsFranklin2BR,2BA$3.22
Neo on First1 BR 1 BA - Unfurnished1BR,1BA$3.37
The PiercePlan E1BR,1BA$3.91
AlterraTwo Bedroom, One Bath2BR,1BA$3.73
Foundry CommonsB2.1 (1x1)1BR,1BA$3.69
Almaden1x1A1BR,1BA$2.87
Summercrest Villas1x11BR,1BA$4.04

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Monterey Corridor, San Jose, CA

Ranked #214

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

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3.0
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Monterey Corridor Apartments

What is a cheap apartment in Monterey Corridor?

A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Monterey Corridor is under $2,779.

What is the price of a cheap apartment in Monterey Corridor?

The cheapest apartment in Monterey Corridor is Almaden which is listed at $2,124, while the average apartment in Monterey Corridor costs $4,066.

What types of apartments are the cheapest in Monterey Corridor?

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 13 regular apartments in Monterey Corridor that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.

Expert Rental Resources

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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18 Must-Ask Rental Tour Questions That Reveal the Truth about a Property

Written by: Lauren Harrington

Renting your next home can feel thrilling and overwhelming at the same time.

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A Renters Guide for Tips on Writing Your Notice for Not Renewing Your Apartment

Written by: Bob Mallory

Packing up everything you own to move is so stressful for many that ending your apartment lease can feel like a small or unimportant task. Ending your lease involves more than simply turning over your keys on the last day.

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Renting with Roommates: Realistic Expectations for Shared Lease

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Given the high costs for housing, I have found that many people are looking for a roommate to share expenses. These arrangements can increase opportunities for more desirable and larger spaces.