Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Muir Neighborhood of San Jose, CA from $1,000 (30 Rentals)

How Many Bedrooms?Done
Select your price rangeDone
to
Note: Properties with the Total Monthly Price badge include all required fees. Hover over the badge for details.
Lifestyle Matching SearchDone
Learn more about Lifestyle Search
By AmenitiesDone
By Community TypeDone
Features and AvailabilityDone
Done

Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in the Muir area of San Jose.

Living and Working in San Jose: A Local Expert’s Guide to the Best Neighborhoods to Rent Near San Jose’s Top Employers

Find the ideal San Jose neighborhood to rent based on your job and preferred commute. Discover the best local spots and housing options near tech giants.

Read Article
close
View Me
991 Wren Dr, Unit Unit02
$2,980
Total Monthly Price

Total Monthly Price

Base Rent
$2,980
Total Monthly Price
$2,980
2 Bedroom Apartment Available Now

991 Wren Dr, Unit Unit02

991 Wren DrSan Jose, CA 95125
  • Smoke Free
close
View Me
Avana Almaden
$3,108 - $5,764
Total Monthly Price

Total Monthly Price

Base Rent
$3,108 - $5,764
Total Monthly Price
Varies
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available Now

Avana Almaden

1070 Foxchase DrSan Jose, CA 95123
Furnished
  • Verified
  • Customer Reviewed
  • 3D Tour

Rent According to Income: A Look at Income-Restricted Rentals

Find income-restricted rentals and housing subsidies. Explore government programs designed to help low-income families secure stable, affordable housing.

Read Article
close
View Me
Oak Park Apartments
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Oak Park Apartments

5055 Dent AveSan Jose, CA 95118
  • Utilities Included

Renters Insurance 101: What It Is, What It Covers, and Why You Need It

From theft to fire to water damage, the unexpected can happen to any renter. Discover why renters insurance is one of the smartest and most affordable investments you can make as a tenant.

Read Article
close
View Me
Park Branham
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Park Branham

1520 Branham LnSan Jose, CA 95118
  • Utilities Included
close
View Me
Holly Oaks Apartments
1 Bedroom Apartments

Holly Oaks Apartments

5500 Camden AveSan Jose, CA 95124
  • Utilities Included
close
View Me
Mesa Terrace
Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Mesa Terrace

1171 Mesa DrSan Jose, CA 95101

How I Find the Perfect Rental for My Clients: A Real Estate Pro's Guide

Finding the right apartment starts with three things: location, cost, and amenities. Get the insider perspective from a real estate professional on how to nail all three.

Read Article
Showing Results 1-30, Page 1 of 1

Muir, San Jose, CA Local Guide

Cheapest Available Muir Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Muir area of San Jose, CA is a Studio unit found at Cherrywood Apartments priced from $2,565. Almaden Lake Village has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $2,794. Here are the most affordable Muir apartments for rent in San Jose, CA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Cherrywood ApartmentsThe SycamoreStudio,1BA$2,565
Almaden Lake VillageA1B1BR,1BA$2,794
Bella VillagioBella Vita2BR,1BA$2,967
Sofi Waterford ParkWillow1BR,1BA$3,018
Village Green ApartmentsTwo Bedroom2BR,1BA$3,045
Rosewalk Apartment HomesResidence 1 Luxury1BR,1BA$3,066
Avana Almaden1A1BR,1BA$3,108
Bell AlmadenA1A1BR,1BA$3,301

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Muir, CA

As of August 17, 2026 the best value apartment in the Muir area is the $3.39 price per square foot Bella Vita Model at Bella Villagio in the in the South San Jose neighborhood starting from $2,967. The second greatest value Muir apartment is the 991 Wren Dr Model at 991 Wren Dr, Unit Unit02 starting at $2,980 with a $3.51 price per square foot in the South San Jose neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Muir apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Bella VillagioBella Vita2BR,1BA$3.39
991 Wren Dr, Unit Unit02991 Wren Dr2BR,1BA$3.51
Rosewalk Apartment HomesResidence 1 Luxury1BR,1BA$3.78
Village Green ApartmentsTwo Bedroom2BR,1BA$3.80
Bell AlmadenA1A1BR,1BA$4.30
Sofi Waterford ParkWillow1BR,1BA$4.19
Avana Almaden1A1BR,1BA$4.43
Almaden Lake VillageA1B1BR,1BA$4.16
Cherrywood ApartmentsThe SycamoreStudio ,1BA$5.94

Beyond Campus: Finding Your Perfect San Jose Apartment in the Perfect Student Friendly Neighborhood

Going to college in San Jose? Our local expert gives you the inside scoop on the best neighborhoods to live near Near SJSU, SCU, SJCC, and EVC

Read Article
Decorative image

Don't Settle: How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

Discover the insider tips from an attorney and real estate agent on how to negotiate your next apartment lease. Find out what's on the table and what's not, so you can save money and get the best terms possible.

Read Article
Decorative image

Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary | ApartmentHomeLiving.com Renter University

From the letter A all the way to the letter Z, the Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary from the content team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provides our visitors and shoppers with a little clarity and helpful guidance in navigating the real estate world through definitions and explainers for the top subjects and terms that someone may come across during the leasing, buying, or selling process.

Read Article
Decorative image

Quick Rent Budget Calculator

How much rent can you afford?

The common "Rule of Thumb" is that rent should be no more than 30% of your income. How much is that? Enter your monthly income and click "Calculate My Budget" to find out.

decorative image of people with a giant lease agreement

Best Local Schools in
Muir, San Jose, CA

School data provided by Great Schools

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Muir Apartments

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

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Muir Apartment is $2,755 at Cherrywood Apartments.

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

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Muir is starting from $2,967 at Bella Villagio.

What is the most affordable Muir Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Muir Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Bella Villagio and starts from $4,219.

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.

Helpful Local Expert Guides

decorative image for Living and Working in San Jose: A Local Expert's Guide to the Best Neighborhoods to Rent Near San Joses Top Employers article

Living and Working in San Jose: A Local Expert's Guide to the Best Neighborhoods to Rent Near San Joses Top Employers

Written by: Shannon Hilson

San Jose is absolutely one of those places where your zip code and your job eventually wind up in a very serious relationship.

decorative image for Beyond Campus: Finding Your Perfect San Jose Student Apartment and Neighborhood article

Beyond Campus: Finding Your Perfect San Jose Student Apartment and Neighborhood

Written by: Shannon Hilson

Sunny San Jose is so much more than just an incredible place to go to school, get an education, and prepare for the next chapter of your life.

decorative image for A Local Expert's Guide to the Top 10 Best Affordable Neighborhoods for Renters in San Jose article

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.

Articles, How-To's, and Tips

decorative image for Rent According to Income: A Look at Income-Restricted Rentals article

Rent According to Income: A Look at Income-Restricted Rentals

Written by: Robin Stewart

The idea of affordable housing can be subjective. Every individual is in a different place financially and vocationally. What one may easily afford could be a struggle for someone else.

decorative image for First Apartment Regrets: Real Renters Share What They'd Do Differently article

First Apartment Regrets: Real Renters Share What They'd Do Differently

Written by: Robin Stewart

Hindsight is 20/20. Live and Learn. With age comes wisdom. We’re familiar with all those expressions, and all of them apply to lessons first-time renters learn.

decorative image for Renters Insurance 101: What It Is, What It Covers, and Why You Need It article

Renters Insurance 101: What It Is, What It Covers, and Why You Need It

Written by: Robin Stewart

Insurance seems to be a part of life. In some states, having insurance is the law, as is the case for automobile insurance. Renters are no exception.

decorative image for Apartment Occupancy Rates: Renter Attraction vs Renter Retention article

Apartment Occupancy Rates: Renter Attraction vs Renter Retention

Written by: Robin Stewart

There’s a tenet in marketing about client or customer attraction and retention. Studies and data have consistently shown it costs less to keep a current customer than to attract a new one.