
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Mt Pleasant South Neighborhood of San Jose, CA from $1,400 (18 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in the Mt Pleasant South area of San Jose.


Valley West Apartments

Country Club Villa

Lion Villas

Peppertree Apartments

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1619 Virginia Avenue

1376 Tami Lee

1417 Dubert

1334 Crucero

1016 Summerplace Dr

373-381 Gloria Ave
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484 Nordyke Dr

2752 Kollmar Dr

3035 Westboro Dr

1509 Mount Herman Dr

2710-2718 Kollmar Dr

1281 Fleming Ave
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Mt Pleasant South, San Jose, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Mt Pleasant South?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mt Pleasant South Studio Apartments | $1,733 | $1,437 | $2,161 |
| Mt Pleasant South 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,153 | $1,750 | $2,459 |
| Mt Pleasant South 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,822 | $2,539 | $3,140 |
| Mt Pleasant South 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,250 | $2,807 | $3,595 |
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There are currently 18 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Mt Pleasant South Neighborhood of San Jose, CA.
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Cheapest Available Mt Pleasant South Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Mt Pleasant South area of San Jose, CA is a Studio unit found at Vela Apartments priced from $1,437. Valley West Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $2,175. Here are the most affordable Mt Pleasant South apartments for rent in San Jose, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Vela Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,437 |
| Valley West Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2,175 |
| Country Club Villa | 1 Bed 1 Bath Downstairs | 1BR,1BA | $2,400 |
| Stonebridge Apartments | MODEL 2 BEDROOM 2 BATHROOM - FOR VIEWING ONLY | 2BR,2BA | $2,590 |
| Sedona Apartments | 2bed 1bath | 2BR,1BA | $2,635 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Mt Pleasant South, CA
As of April 29, 2026 the best value apartment in the Mt Pleasant South 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 Mt Pleasant South 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 Mt Pleasant South apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Stonebridge Apartments | MODEL 2 BEDROOM 2 BATHROOM - FOR VIEWING ONLY | 2BR,2BA | $2.16 |
| Sedona Apartments | 2bed 1bath | 2BR,1BA | $2.44 |
| Country Club Villa | 2 Bed 2 Bath Downstairs | 2BR,2BA | $3.41 |
| Lion Villas | 2x1 | 2BR,1BA | $3.44 |
| Valley West Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $4.03 |
| Vela Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $4.48 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleMt Pleasant South, San Jose, CA
Ranked #288
Among cities in California for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
2.5Pet Friendly
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Mt Pleasant South Apartments
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Mt Pleasant South?
The cheapest apartment in Mt Pleasant South is Valley West Apartments which is listed at $2,175, while the average apartment in Mt Pleasant South costs $3,265.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Mt Pleasant South?
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 1 regular apartments in Mt Pleasant South 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 Mt Pleasant South?
Cheap apartments in Mt Pleasant South have an average cost of $506 which is $2,759 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Mt Pleasant South.
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