
Cheap Apartments for Rent near San Jose, NM from $900 (49 Rentals)
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Casitas Del Bella

Santa Fe Suites

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Copper Hills

Vista Alegre Apartments

Evergreen Apartments

Elevate at Oslo

Dakota Canyon

219 Railroad Ave
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Allegro at Tanoan

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The Orchards

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The Mica

Artista

ArtHouse Apartments

Mesa Del Norte
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Vizcaya

Altezza High Desert

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Cresta Ranch

Canyon Walk Income Restricted

Coronado Townhomes

Presidium Casa Siena

155 G Calle Ojo Feliz

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Turquesa

Camino Real Apartments
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Soleras Station

824 Canyon Rd

Cielo Luxury Living Apartments

Canyon Village Los Alamos

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Solwyn

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South Meadows

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Arcadia

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Madera Apartments

The Bluffs at Tierra Contenta
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Altitude at Vizcaya

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Allaso High Desert

Sierra Blanca Senior Living

409 River Rd

Casa Loma Apartments

300 S 5th St

San Isidro - Washer/Dryer Included

Vista Linda

142 Duran St
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1307 Rufina Ln

Acequia Lofts

421 E Coronado Rd

941 Calle Mejia
San Jose, NM Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in San Jose?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| San Jose Studio Apartments | $1,259 | $900 | $2,138 |
| San Jose 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,797 | $1,049 | $2,958 |
| San Jose 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,128 | $1,053 | $4,196 |
| San Jose 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,611 | $1,658 | $4,319 |
| San Jose 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,530 | $2,464 | $2,664 |
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Cheapest Available San Jose Apartments for Rent and Nearby
 The cheapest available apartment rental in San Jose, NM is a Studio unit found at Myrtle Apartments - All Utilities Included priced from $900. Casitas Del Bella in the Pueblos Del Sol neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $925. Here is today’s list of the most affordable San Jose apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Myrtle Apartments - All Utilities Included | Studio | Studio,1BA | $900 |
| Casitas Del Bella | Efficiency w/ stove top | Studio,1BA | $925 |
| Santa Fe Suites | Studio | Studio,1BA | $950 |
| Sierra Blanca Senior Living | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,100 |
| Copper Hills | 2x1 | 2BR,1BA | $1,103 |
| Vista Alegre Apartments | Studio, 1 Bath | Studio,1BA | $1,173 |
| Elevate at Oslo | Studio - 325 | Studio,1BA | $1,295 |
| Dakota Canyon | La Casita | 1BR,1BA | $1,299 |
| Talavera Apartment Homes | Sequoia | 1BR,1BA | $1,349 |
| Allegro at Tanoan | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,361 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in San Jose, NM and Nearby
As of August 08, 2026 the best value apartment in the San Jose area is the $1.99 price per square foot San Juan Model at South Meadows in the in the Pueblos Del Sol neighborhood starting from $2,656. The second greatest value San Jose apartment is the 4 Bedroom 2 Bathroom Model at The Bluffs at Tierra Contenta starting at $2,464 with a $1.87 price per square foot in the Tiempo Lindo neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for San Jose apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| South Meadows | San Juan | 3BR,2BA | $1.99 |
| The Bluffs at Tierra Contenta | 4 Bedroom 2 Bathroom | 4BR,2BA | $1.87 |
| Cresta Ranch | Two Bedroom - 80% AMI | 2BR,2BA | $2.04 |
| Copper Hills | 2x1 | 2BR,1BA | $1.23 |
| Allegro at Tanoan | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.63 |
| Mesa Del Norte | 2x1 | 2BR,1BA | $1.74 |
| Coronado Townhomes | 2x2 | 2BR,2BA | $1.95 |
| Local 1896 | 1x1ArT1 - 1X1 Renovated | 1BR,1BA | $1.82 |
| Altezza High Desert | Montalto | 1BR,1BA | $1.91 |
| Evergreen Apartments | 1x1-B | 1BR,1BA | $2.03 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap San Jose Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in San Jose?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in San Jose is at Myrtle Apartments - All Utilities Included listed at $900.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom San Jose Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom San Jose Apartment is $1,249 at Vista Alegre Apartments.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom San Jose Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in San Jose is starting from $1,103 at Copper Hills.
What is the most affordable San Jose Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap San Jose Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Cresta Ranch and starts from $1,658.
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