Top Rated 1 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in San Jose, CA (169 Rentals)

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Maxwell at Bascom
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$3,572 - $4,648
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$2,993 - $8,232

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Maxwell at Bascom

1350 S Bascom AveSan Jose, CA 95128
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Exhibit at J Town
$3,070 - $3,585
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$3,078 - $5,420

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Exhibit at J Town

525 N 7th StSan Jose, CA 95112
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Lynhaven
$3,184 - $5,731
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$3,227 - $7,936

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Lynhaven

919 S Winchester BlvdSan Jose, CA 95128
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The Ryden
$3,225
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$3,231 - $5,153

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The Ryden

138 Balbach StSan Jose, CA 95110
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Centerra
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$3,109 - $4,030
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$3,109 - $6,185

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Centerra

77 N Almaden AveSan Jose, CA 95110
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LINQ
$2,892
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$2,750 - $2,953

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LINQ

1700 Newbury Park DrSan Jose, CA 95133
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Levare
$4,256
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$4,263 - $12,988

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Levare

3003 Olin AveSan Jose, CA 95128
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La Terraza
$3,238 - $3,560
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$3,243 - $4,504

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La Terraza

470 Saratoga AveSan Jose, CA 95129
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Monterey Grove
$2,980 - $3,080
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$2,997 - $4,363

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Monterey Grove

6100 Monterey HwySan Jose, CA 95138
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Avana Almaden
$2,900 - $4,977
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$2,937 - $6,019

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Avana Almaden

1070 Foxchase DrSan Jose, CA 95123
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Elements
$3,203 - $4,602
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$3,208 - $4,727

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Elements

1201 Parkmoor AveSan Jose, CA 95126
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47 Atlas Ave
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47 Atlas Ave

47 Atlas AveSan Jose, CA 95126
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1206 Leigh Ave
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1206 Leigh Ave

1206 Leigh AveSan Jose, CA 95126
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1755 Hester Ave
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1755 Hester Ave

1755 Hester AveSan Jose, CA 95128
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126-136 N 7th St
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126-136 N 7th St

126-136 N 7th StSan Jose, CA 95112
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Santana Place, San Jose
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Santana Place, San Jose

2955 Neet AveSan Jose, CA 95128
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Trestles Apartments
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Trestles Apartments

1566 Scott StSan Jose, CA 95126
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Holly Oaks Apartments
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Holly Oaks Apartments

5500 Camden AveSan Jose, CA 95124
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San Jose, CA Local Guide

Beyond Campus: Finding Your Perfect San Jose Apartment in the Perfect Student Friendly Neighborhood

Going to college in San Jose? Our local expert gives you the inside scoop on the best neighborhoods to live near Near SJSU, SCU, SJCC, and EVC

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Wonderful place to live if you work remotely, in tech, or in the creative arts. Fantastic vibes and really very affordable compared to other cities like San Francisco. Lots of amazing places to grab a quick bite or waste a spare afternoon, as well.

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 $3,648.

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 688 sq ft.

Expert Rental Resources

The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

Helpful Local Expert Guides

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Living and Working in San Jose: A Local Expert's Guide to the Best Neighborhoods to Rent Near San Joses Top Employers

Written by: Shannon Hilson

San Jose is absolutely one of those places where your zip code and your job eventually wind up in a very serious relationship.

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Beyond Campus: Finding Your Perfect San Jose Student Apartment and Neighborhood

Written by: Shannon Hilson

Sunny San Jose is so much more than just an incredible place to go to school, get an education, and prepare for the next chapter of your life.

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A Local Expert's Guide to the Top 10 Best Affordable Neighborhoods for Renters in San Jose

Written by: Shannon Hilson

If you’ve spent much time in San Jose, you’ve likely heard it referred to as “the capital of Silicon Valley” a time or two, and with good reason. San Jose has it all when it comes to the modern California lifestyle and then some.

Articles, How-To's, and Tips

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Practical Tips for Renters: How to Identify a Great Rental and Avoid Red Flags

Written by: Robin Stewart

Renters want to find a great apartment, the right place for them, one that checks all the boxes of location, rental cost, amenities, safety, and more.

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First Apartment Regrets: Real Renters Share What They'd Do Differently

Written by: Robin Stewart

Hindsight is 20/20. Live and Learn. With age comes wisdom. We’re familiar with all those expressions, and all of them apply to lessons first-time renters learn.

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Renters Insurance 101: What It Is, What It Covers, and Why You Need It

Written by: Robin Stewart

Insurance seems to be a part of life. In some states, having insurance is the law, as is the case for automobile insurance. Renters are no exception.

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Apartment Occupancy Rates: Renter Attraction vs Renter Retention

Written by: Robin Stewart

There’s a tenet in marketing about client or customer attraction and retention. Studies and data have consistently shown it costs less to keep a current customer than to attract a new one.