
1 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in San Jose, CA Under $2,500 (359 Rentals) Page 6 of 8


603 Berryessa St, Unit 603

10320 Farallone Dr, Unit 2

43347 Ellsworth St, Unit ADU In Law Unit

El Camino

History Museum House Apartments

747 Calla Dr

The Clairmont

515 Saratoga Ave

1678 Monroe St.

1359 Reeve St Apartments

Gallatin Apartments

3771 Miramar Way

366-372 Camille Ct

1578 Albatross Dr

Amber Circle

Alta Torre

Irvington Terrace

Crossings on Monterey

Franklin Street Apartments

2392 Sutter Ave

Skylark Apartments

280 W California Ave

Chapel Corner (55 & Older Senior Community)

Miramar

Paula Court Apartments

Oakbrook Apartments

Morgan Hill Senior Housing - Specials

Briarwood Garden Apartments

King Apartments

16800 Barnell Ave

179 Dalma Dr

Campbell Square Apartments

1882 Amelia Way

Camino Del Rey Senior Apartment Homes

Evelyn Family Apartments - WAITLIST ONLY

Royal Arms Apartments

Washington Square Apartments

2242 Curtner Apartments

San Juan Apartments

655 Mariposa Avenue Apartments

Atrium Court

The Cannery Apartments

2374 Pruneridge

Lilyanne Apartment

La Hacienda Apartments

Union Manor

The Capri Apartments

Golden Oaks Apartment

350 Dunster 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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