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470 Apartments

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Willow Pointe

Park Holiday Apartments

The Ruckers Mansion

Orvieto Family B

Tamien Station

Ohlone Chynoweth Commons

The Monterey Apartments

The Terrace Apartments

1235 Leigh Apartments

Colonial House South

The Mediterranean Apartments

Blackford Apartments

Redwood Apartments

Villa Savannah

Summer Breeze Apartments

2080 Fruitdale Ave

Hamilton Villa

40 Glen Eyrie Ave

Oliva Apartments

San Jose Gardens

265-271 N 6th St

Hamilton Apartments

Southwinds Apartments

Berkeley Square Apartments

Boynton Brooks

Welcome to Cadillac Apartments

Country Lane Apartments

Palm Court Apartments

Miraido Village

Moorpark Garden Apartments

Sandalwood Apartments

Raintree Apartments

888 Golden Saratoga-Cupertino Apartment Homes

Villa Victoria Apartments

95 N 8th St

The Laurels Apartment Homes

Lakewood Court Apartments

Livorno Square

Woodcreek Apartments

Sundale

Park Plaza Apartments

Sunnyhills II Apartments
San Jose, CA 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 | $2,952 | $972 | $6,570 |
| San Jose 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,658 | $1,036 | $9,715 |
| San Jose 2 Bedroom Apartments | $4,442 | $1,233 | $10,000+ |
| San Jose 3 Bedroom Apartments | $5,199 | $1,460 | $10,000+ |
| San Jose 4 Bedroom Apartments | $6,792 | $4,690 | $10,000+ |
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Frequently Asked Questions about 1 Bedroom San Jose Apartments
What is the Cheapest apartment in San Jose with 1 Bedroom?
Currently the most affordable 1 Bedroom in San Jose is at Stevens Creek listed at $1,036.
How much is the average rent for a 1 Bedroom San Jose Apartment?
The average rent for a 1 Bedroom Apartment in San Jose is $3,658.
What is the largest available 1 Bedroom San Jose Apartment for rent?
Today's apartment with the most square footage in San Jose is a 1,816 square feet unit starting from $7,125 at Santa Clara Square Apartment Homes.
What is the average size for San Jose 1 Bedroom Apartments for rent?
The average size for a 1 Bedroom rental in San Jose is currently 663 sq ft.
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