
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Westmont Neighborhood of San Jose, CA from $1,500 (43 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in the Westmont area of San Jose.


4775 Atherton Ave

4033 Hamilton Ave

The Colonial House

Paloma Vista

1381 San Tomas Aquino Pkwy, Unit 3

West Park Apartments

Regency & Lexington
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Turnleaf Apartments

Atherton Terrace

3200 Cadillac Dr

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El Paseo de Saratoga Plaza, San Jose

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Country Lane Apartments

888 Golden Saratoga-Cupertino Apartment Homes
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Hamilton Apartments

El Paseo de Saratoga Manor

3967 Bismarck Dr

Coffeetree Apartments

Cielo

12651 Kinman Ct

921 Ravenscourt Ave, Unit 1

1146 W Hamilton Ave
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Newport Apartments

La Valencia Apartment Homes

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350 Budd Ave, Unit SI FL2-ID1889

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350 Budd Ave, Unit SI FL2-ID1998

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Aventino

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350 Budd Ave, Unit SI FL2-ID1995

Campbell Square Apartments

The Cannery Apartments
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Hamilton Manor Apartments

San Tomas Gardens

Hacienda Hamilton

Los Gatos Apartments

Los Gatos Gardens
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Meritage Apartments

Rose Court Apartments

210 Rose Ct
Westmont, San Jose, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Westmont?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Westmont Studio Apartments | $2,313 | $1,950 | $2,583 |
| Westmont 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,931 | $2,100 | $5,399 |
| Westmont 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,567 | $2,300 | $4,758 |
| Westmont 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,325 | $3,200 | $3,600 |
| Westmont 4 Bedroom Apartments | $12,297 | $9,907 | $10,000+ |
Browse Apartments in this Neighborhood
There are currently 43 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Westmont Neighborhood of San Jose, CA.
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Cheapest Available Westmont Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Westmont area of San Jose, CA is a Studio unit found at Campbell House priced from $1,950. 4775 Atherton Ave has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $2,145. Here are the most affordable Westmont apartments for rent in San Jose, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Campbell House | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,950 |
| 4775 Atherton Ave | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2,145 |
| Paloma Vista | Lago | Studio,1BA | $2,429 |
| Regency & Lexington | Regency - b60 | 2BR,1BA | $2,651 |
| Newport Apartments | 1X1B | 1BR,1BA | $2,995 |
| La Valencia Apartment Homes | Residence 1 | 1BR,1BA | $3,178 |
| Aventino | Plan Two | 1BR,1BA | $3,334 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Westmont, CA
As of June 14, 2026 the best value apartment in the Westmont area is the $4.14 price per square foot Residence 3 Luxury Model at La Valencia Apartment Homes in the in the South San Jose neighborhood starting from $3,600. The second greatest value Westmont apartment is the Plan Two Model at Aventino starting at $3,334 with a $4.16 price per square foot in the Fruitvale neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Westmont apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| La Valencia Apartment Homes | Residence 3 Luxury | 2BR,1BA | $4.14 |
| Aventino | Plan Two | 1BR,1BA | $4.16 |
| Regency & Lexington | Lexington - b60 | 2BR,1BA | $3.47 |
| Newport Apartments | 1X1B | 1BR,1BA | $4.28 |
| Paloma Vista | Lago | Studio ,1BA | $3.98 |
| 4775 Atherton Ave | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $3.53 |
| Campbell House | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $4.33 |
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Lifestyle Ratings
ApartmentHomeLiving brings you our detailed rental search system called 'Lifestyle ratings', composed of rentals and neighborhoods across the USA, and customized analysis for West San Jose, CA. LifeStyle Ratings are a useful tool for comparing and sorting apartments and neighborhoods when choosing your rental home. This takes in many factors including searching for the best amenities, and convenient access to the outdoors, kid and pet-friendly communities, availability of transit options, and much more. Use Lifestyle Search in the site filter options on this page - and find your Perfect place!
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Westmont Apartments
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Westmont?
The cheapest apartment in Westmont is 4775 Atherton Ave which is listed at $2,145, while the average apartment in Westmont costs $12,297.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Westmont?
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 3 regular apartments in Westmont that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
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