
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Westmont Neighborhood of San Jose, CA from $1,500 (36 Rentals)
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Regency & Lexington

Campbell House

4775 Atherton Ave

The Colonial House

Paloma Vista

West Park Apartments

Turnleaf Apartments

Atherton Terrace
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3200 Cadillac Dr

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Menden Manor

1581 Mendenhall Dr

Coffeetree Apartments

Cielo

117 Winslow Ct

Newport Apartments

Total Monthly Price
620 Gamma Ct, Unit #4, Unit #4

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Hamilton Manor Apartments

Hacienda Hamilton

Los Gatos Apartments

Los Gatos Gardens

1053 W Hamilton Ave

Meritage Apartments
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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 | $2,255 | $1,950 | $2,420 |
| Westmont 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,307 | $1,923 | $10,000+ |
| Westmont 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,395 | $2,299 | $4,744 |
| Westmont 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,513 | $2,299 | $6,280 |
| Westmont 4 Bedroom Apartments | $11,052 | $10,000 | $10,000+ |
Browse Apartments in this Neighborhood
There are currently 36 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 |
| Regency & Lexington | Regency - b50 | 2BR,1BA | $2,299 |
| Newport Apartments | 0X1SA | Studio,1BA | $2,420 |
| West Park Apartments | The Southern | 1BR,1BA | $2,495 |
| Hamilton Villa | 2 Bed 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $2,595 |
| Menden Manor | 2 Bed 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $2,695 |
| Paloma Vista | Colina | 2BR,2BA | $3,150 |
| La Valencia Apartment Homes | Residence 1 Luxury | 1BR,1BA | $3,194 |
| Aventino | Plan Four | 1BR,1BA | $3,275 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Westmont, CA
As of April 30, 2026 the best value apartment in the Westmont area is the $3.14 price per square foot 625 Craig Ave Model at 625 Craig Ave, Unit B in the in the Fruitvale neighborhood starting from $6,280. The second greatest value Westmont apartment is the Colina Model at Paloma Vista starting at $3,172 with a $3.17 price per square foot in the Triangle South 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 625 Craig Ave, Unit B | 625 Craig Ave | 3BR,3BA | $3.14 |
| Paloma Vista | Colina | 2BR,2BA | $3.17 |
| Menden Manor | 2 Bed 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $3.05 |
| Aventino | Plan Two | 1BR,1BA | $4.18 |
| La Valencia Apartment Homes | Residence 1 Luxury | 1BR,1BA | $4.05 |
| Regency & Lexington | Lexington - b60 | 2BR,1BA | $3.64 |
| Hamilton Villa | 2 Bed 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $3.44 |
| West Park Apartments | The Southern | 1BR,1BA | $3.36 |
| 4775 Atherton Ave | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $3.05 |
| Campbell House | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $4.33 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleWestmont, San Jose, CA
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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 $10,684.
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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