Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Monticello Neighborhood of San Jose, CA from $600 (42 Rentals)

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property at 685 Locust St

$1,100

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1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Home for Rent

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685 Locust St

San JoseCA95110
property at 125 Laurel Grove Ln

$1,500

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4 Bedroom, 2.5 Bath Townhome for Rent

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125 Laurel Grove Ln

San JoseCA95126

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240 Gifford Ave
$2,100
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240 Gifford Ave

240 Gifford AveSan Jose, CA 95110
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Willow Pointe
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Willow Pointe

1010 S 3rd StSan Jose, CA 95112

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Delmas Park
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Delmas Park

350 Barack Obama BlvdSan Jose, CA 95126
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Pensione Esperanza
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Pensione Esperanza

598 Columbia AveSan Jose, CA 95126
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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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Almaden House
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Almaden House

2415 Rinconada DrSan Jose, CA 95125
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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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Orvieto Family A
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Orvieto Family A

80 Montecito Vista DrSan Jose, CA 95111
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357 Willow St
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

357 Willow St

357 Willow StSan Jose, CA 95110

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Corde Terra Senior
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Corde Terra Senior

2600 Corde Terra CirSan Jose, CA 95111
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Koi Creek
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Koi Creek

1150 Pedro StSan Jose, CA 95126
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2069 Radio Ave
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

2069 Radio Ave

2069 Radio AveSan Jose, CA 95125
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2445 Rinconada Dr
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

2445 Rinconada Dr

2445 Rinconada DrSan Jose, CA 95125
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43 Lester Ave
1 Bedroom Apartments

43 Lester Ave

43 Lester AveSan Jose, CA 95125
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142 and 150 Graham
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

142 and 150 Graham

142 Graham AveSan Jose, CA 95110
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134 Graham
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

134 Graham

134 Graham AveSan Jose, CA 95110
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48 Lester Ave
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

48 Lester Ave

48 Lester AveSan Jose, CA 95125

Monticello, San Jose, CA Local Guide

Cheapest Available Monticello Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Monticello area of San Jose, CA is a 1 Bed unit found at The Village at Willow Glen priced from $1,594. Summercrest Villas has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $2,025. Here are the most affordable Monticello apartments for rent in San Jose, CA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
The Village at Willow GlenBuilding A1BR,1BA$1,594
Summercrest Villas1x11BR,1BA$2,025
The Woods ApartmentsSycamoreStudio,1BA$2,095
Almaden1x1A1BR,1BA$2,124
AlmadenStudioStudio,1BA$2,172
Valley West ApartmentsOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$2,175
Stonebridge ApartmentsMODEL 2 BEDROOM 2 BATHROOM - FOR VIEWING ONLY2BR,2BA$2,590
Sedona Apartments2bed 1bath2BR,1BA$2,635
AlterraTwo Bedroom, One Bath2BR,1BA$2,645
Sofi Waterford ParkWillow1BR,1BA$2,693

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Monticello, CA

As of April 16, 2026 the best value apartment in the Monticello area is the $2.16 price per square foot MODEL 2 BEDROOM 2 BATHROOM - FOR VIEWING ONLY Model at Stonebridge Apartments in the in the South San Jose neighborhood starting from $2,590. The second greatest value Monticello apartment is the 2bed 1bath Model at Sedona Apartments starting at $2,635 with a $2.44 price per square foot in the South San Jose neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Monticello apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Stonebridge ApartmentsMODEL 2 BEDROOM 2 BATHROOM - FOR VIEWING ONLY2BR,2BA$2.16
Sedona Apartments2bed 1bath2BR,1BA$2.44
Scotia ApartmentsPlan 22BR,2BA$3.17
Rosewalk Apartment HomesResidence 3 Luxury2BR,2BA$3.11
Almaden Terrace Apartment HomesD-3X23BR,2BA$3.52
Latitude 371x1F-977-p21BR,1BA$2.76
Neo on First1 BR 1 BA - Unfurnished1BR,1BA$3.37
Almaden1x1A1BR,1BA$3.37
The Village at Willow GlenBuilding A1BR,1BA$2.66
Summercrest Villas1x11BR,1BA$3.52

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Lifestyle Ratings

Our team of engineers and researchers compiles millions of data points to bring you our detailed rental search system called 'Lifestyle ratings', composed of neighborhoods, cities, and rental properties across California including Monticello, San Jose, and the greater San Jose area. Our Lifestyle Ratings help you zero-in on the perfect place to call home. This takes in many factors including searching for the best amenities, and the best proximity to parks and outdoor amenities, transit availability, pet-friendly communities, features that make it easier to raise kids, in addition to floorplans, availablity, and pricing. These search options are in the site filters at the top of this page.

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Monticello Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Monticello?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Monticello is at The Woods Apartments listed at $2,095.

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Monticello Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Monticello Apartment is $1,594 at The Village at Willow Glen.

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Monticello Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Monticello is starting from $2,435 at Almaden.

What is the most affordable Monticello Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Monticello Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at The Woods Apartments and starts from $3,510.

Expert Rental Resources

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