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San Jose, IL Local Guide

Cheapest Available San Jose Apartments for Rent and Nearby

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in San Jose, IL is a 1 Bed unit found at Linn St Commons in the Averyville neighborhood priced from $600. The Avenue Apartments in the Averyville neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $650. Here is today’s list of the most affordable San Jose apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Linn St Commons1BR/1BA1BR,1BA$600
The Avenue Apartments1B/ 1BA1BR,1BA$650
1107 Pekin AveMulti-Family1BR,1BA$650

Best Value Apartments for Rent in San Jose, IL and Nearby

As of March 25, 2025 the best value apartment in the San Jose area is the $1.18 price per square foot 4 bedroom/2 bath/2.5 car garage Model at Rosemary Crossing in the starting from $1,999. The second greatest value San Jose apartment is the 3 bed 2 bath Model at The Mallard Way Rental Community starting at $1,200 with a $1.14 price per square foot . Here is today’s list of the best values for San Jose apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Rosemary Crossing4 bedroom/2 bath/2.5 car garage4BR,2BA$1.18
The Mallard Way Rental Community3 bed 2 bath3BR,2BA$1.14
Jefferson PlaceLincoln/Lincoln Plus2BR,2BA$1.32
Hidden Oaks ApartmentsHO36012B2BR,2BA$1.17
Woodfield Queenwood ApartmentsTwo Bedrooms- Woodfield2BR,1BA$1.05
Williamsburg TownhousesTwo Bedroom2BR,1BA$0.98
Linn St Commons1BR/1BA1BR,1BA$0.87
Glen Oak Manor2BR/1.0BA2BR,1BA$1.23
The Avenue Apartments1B/ 1BA1BR,1BA$1.06
1107 Pekin AveMulti-Family1BR,1BA$1.08

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Frequently Asked Questions about San Jose

What type of rentals are currently available in San Jose?

There are currently 44 Apartments for Rent in San Jose, IL with pricing that ranges from $550 to $2,450. There are also 32 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in San Jose ranging from $551 to $1,750.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in San Jose?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in San Jose ranges from $551 to $1,750 with an average monthly rent of $1,024.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in San Jose?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in San Jose range from $900 to $1,790, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $639 to $1,750. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $1,350 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $975.

Expert Rental Resources

Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

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