
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the McKay Neighborhood of San Jose, CA from $1,400 (12 Rentals)
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1040-1058 N. 4th St, San Jose

Palm Court Apartments

eaves San Jose

Century Towers

Belovida at Newbury Park 55+ Senior Community
McKay, San Jose, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in McKay?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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McKay Studio Apartments | $2,705 | $1,420 | $6,635 |
McKay 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,083 | $1,595 | $6,237 |
McKay 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,795 | $2,699 | $8,758 |
McKay 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,913 | $3,299 | $7,955 |
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Cheapest Available McKay Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the McKay area of San Jose, CA is a Studio unit found at eaves San Jose priced from $2,366. Century Towers has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $2,383. Here are the most affordable McKay apartments for rent in San Jose, CA:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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eaves San Jose | 330 | Studio,1BA | $2,366 |
Century Towers | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $2,383 |
Waterford Place | The Carlton | 1BR,1BA | $2,449 |
Apex | J1 | Studio,1BA | $2,529 |
ReNew Berryessa | Sierra | 1BR,1BA | $2,540 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in McKay, CA
As of March 28, 2025 the best value apartment in the McKay area is the $3.04 price per square foot 1577 Thornbriar Dr Model at 1577 Thornbriar Dr in the in the South San Jose neighborhood starting from $2,800. The second greatest value McKay apartment is the Aspen Model at Woodland Meadow starting at $2,854 with a $3.41 price per square foot in the Berryessa neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for McKay apartments based on price per square foot:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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1577 Thornbriar Dr | 1577 Thornbriar Dr | 2BR,2BA | $3.04 |
Woodland Meadow | Aspen | 1BR,1BA | $3.41 |
Turing at The Fields | Plan A4 | 1BR,1BA | $3.81 |
Epic | Chronicle | 1BR,1BA | $3.82 |
Willow Lake | Maple | 1BR,1BA | $3.48 |
Waterford Place | The Carlton | 1BR,1BA | $3.38 |
Fountains at River Oaks | Angel Falls | 1BR,1BA | $3.83 |
Palm Court Apartments | 2X1 | 2BR,1BA | $4.00 |
Amberwood Apartments | 1 bed/1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $3.98 |
ReNew Berryessa | Sierra | 1BR,1BA | $3.97 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap McKay Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in McKay?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in McKay is at Apex listed at $2,529.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom McKay Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom McKay Apartment is $2,469 at Waterford Place.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom McKay Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in McKay is starting from $2,699 at Palm Court Apartments.
What is the most affordable McKay Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap McKay Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Palm Court Apartments and starts from $3,299.
Expert Rental Resources
Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips
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