
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Monticello Neighborhood of San Jose, CA from $503 (69 Rentals)
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The Village at Willow Glen - 55+ Only

1060 S Third St

Almaden

Glen Eyrie Apartments

C

Valley West Apartments

845 Hillsdale Ave

1776 Apartments

The Woods Apartments
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Almaden

Villa Monterey Apartments

143 W Reed St

Stonebridge Apartments

125 Duane St

Market Gateway Apartments

Sedona Apartments

Neo on First

Almaden Terrace

Latitude 37
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Paseo Senter

Delmas Park

Pensione Esperanza

215 Oak St
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Bella Castello

Almaden House

122 Graham Avenue Apartments

Royal Garden Apartments

603 S 1st St

Tamien Station

150 Graham Avenue Apartments

Orvieto Family A

Villa Almaden Apartments

357 Willow St
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742 S. 9th St. Apartments

Corde Terra Senior

Koi Creek

Ashworth Apartments

2069 Radio Ave

2445 Rinconada Dr

43 Lester Ave

Rancho Verde Apartments

142 and 150 Graham

134 Graham
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Monticello, San Jose, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Monticello?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Monticello Studio Apartments | $2,458 | $1,870 | $2,974 |
| Monticello 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,042 | $1,594 | $6,750 |
| Monticello 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,518 | $2,537 | $8,500 |
| Monticello 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,970 | $2,595 | $5,153 |
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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 - 55+ Only priced from $1,594. 560 - 2870 Almaden Expwy has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $2,150. Here are the most affordable Monticello apartments for rent in San Jose, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Village at Willow Glen - 55+ Only | Building A | 1BR,1BA | $1,594 |
| 560 - 2870 Almaden Expwy | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $2,150 |
| The Woods Apartments | Sycamore | Studio,1BA | $2,275 |
| Almaden | Studio | Studio,1BA | $2,289 |
| 702 Vine St | 1 Beds, 1 Baths | 1BR,1BA | $2,300 |
| 143 W Reed St | FULLY LEASED | 1BR,1BA | $2,495 |
| Almaden | 2x1B | 2BR,1BA | $2,537 |
| Stonebridge Apartments | MODEL 2 BEDROOM 2 BATHROOM - FOR VIEWING ONLY | 2BR,2BA | $2,590 |
| Sedona Apartments | 2bed 1bath | 2BR,1BA | $2,635 |
| Villa Monterey Apartments | 2 Beds, 2 baths | 2BR,2BA | $2,695 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Monticello, CA
As of September 01, 2026 the best value apartment in the Monticello area is the $3.09 price per square foot Georgetown â Townhome Model at Museum Park in the in the South San Jose neighborhood starting from $4,021. The second greatest value Monticello apartment is the MODEL 2 BEDROOM 2 BATHROOM - FOR VIEWING ONLY Model at Stonebridge Apartments starting at $2,590 with a $2.16 price per square foot in the South San Jose neighborhood. Here is todayâs list of the best values for Monticello apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Museum Park | Georgetown â Townhome | 2BR,2.5BA | $3.09 |
| Stonebridge Apartments | MODEL 2 BEDROOM 2 BATHROOM - FOR VIEWING ONLY | 2BR,2BA | $2.16 |
| Latitude 37 | 3x2F-1194-p1 | 3BR,2BA | $3.52 |
| Sedona Apartments | 2bed 1bath | 2BR,1BA | $2.44 |
| Bella Villagio | Bella Sole | 2BR,2BA | $3.50 |
| Almaden Terrace | 3 BR, 2 BA | 3BR,2BA | $3.57 |
| Almaden | 2x1B | 2BR,1BA | $2.59 |
| Market Gateway Apartments | Picasso | 2BR,2BA | $3.38 |
| 702 Vine St | 1 Beds, 1 Baths | 1BR,1BA | $2.95 |
| The Village at Willow Glen - 55+ Only | Building A | 1BR,1BA | $2.66 |
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Best Local Schools in Monticello, San Jose, CA
Ernesto Galarza Elementary
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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 a cheap apartment in Monticello?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Monticello is under $2,695.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Monticello?
The cheapest apartment in Monticello is The Village at Willow Glen - 55+ Only which is listed at $1,594, while the average apartment in Monticello costs $3,262.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Monticello?
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 16 regular apartments in Monticello that we think qualify as âcheap apartmentsâ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
How do the prices of cheap apartments compare to the average apartment in Monticello?
Cheap apartments in Monticello have an average cost of $373 which is $2,889 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Monticello.
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