Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Monterey Corridor Neighborhood of San Jose, CA from $600 (13 Rentals)
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Almaden 1930
Monterey Corridor, San Jose, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Monterey Corridor?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Monterey Corridor Studio Apartments | $2,515 | $1,895 | $2,712 |
| Monterey Corridor 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,932 | $1,817 | $6,564 |
| Monterey Corridor 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,613 | $2,168 | $4,378 |
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There are currently 13 rentals with your search options within a 1 mile radius of the Monterey Corridor Neighborhood of San Jose, CA.
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Cheapest Available Monterey Corridor Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Monterey Corridor area of San Jose, CA is a Studio unit found at Tamien Station priced from $1,699. Almaden has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,817. Here are the most affordable Monterey Corridor apartments for rent in San Jose, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tamien Station | The Tule | Studio,1BA | $1,699 |
| Almaden | 1x1A | 1BR,1BA | $1,817 |
| Almaden 1930 | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,895 |
| The Fay San Jose | Studio B (faSTBM) | Studio,1BA | $2,547 |
| 1776 Apartments | Madison | 1BR,1BA | $2,550 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Monterey Corridor, CA
As of October 30, 2025 the best value apartment in the Monterey Corridor area is the $3.06 price per square foot Plan 3 Model at Scotia Apartments in the in the South San Jose neighborhood starting from $3,478. The second greatest value Monterey Corridor apartment is the 1 BR 1 BA - Unfurnished Model at Neo on First starting at $2,695 with a $3.37 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 Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Scotia Apartments | Plan 3 | 2BR,2BA | $3.06 |
| Neo on First | 1 BR 1 BA - Unfurnished | 1BR,1BA | $3.37 |
| 1776 Apartments | Madison | 1BR,1BA | $3.38 |
| Alterra | Two Bedroom, One Bath | 2BR,1BA | $3.59 |
| The Ryden | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $4.28 |
| Almaden | 1x1A | 1BR,1BA | $2.88 |
| The Taft | B | 1BR,1BA | $5.11 |
| SPARQ | Studio A2 | Studio ,1BA | $5.14 |
| Tamien Station | The Tule | Studio ,1BA | $3.93 |
| Almaden 1930 | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $4.39 |
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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 $2,872.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Monterey Corridor?
The cheapest apartment in Monterey Corridor is Almaden which is listed at $1,817, while the average apartment in Monterey Corridor costs $3,723.
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 10 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
Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips
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