
Gated Short Term Lease Apartments for Rent in San Jose, CA (45 Rentals)
Rental terms in San Jose as short as a month! Perfect when you can't commit to a full year of renting.


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Maxwell at Bascom

La Moraga Apartments

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Foundry Commons

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Santana Row

Almaden Lake Village

Avalon on the Alameda

Miro

Creekside Apartments
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Paloma Vista

Neo on First

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One South Market

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Mosaic Apartments

Village of Taxco

Silver

The Lex

Meridian at Midtown

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San Marino
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Bella Villagio

Atrium Garden

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Encasa

The Franciscan

The Hazelwood

Glenwood Garden Apartments

Springwood

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Domicilio

Griffis South Bay
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Revela

Parker Palo Alto

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Tamarind Square

Revere Campbell

100 Moffett

The Parc at Pruneyard

550 Moreland

Forge Homestead Apartments

Park Place
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Park Central

Spruce Apartments

Hearth

Alderwood

Brookside

Mansion Grove

Stevens Creek Villas

Ironworks

The Benton
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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 | $2,844 | $972 | $7,000 |
| San Jose 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,520 | $1,000 | $8,520 |
| San Jose 2 Bedroom Apartments | $4,397 | $995 | $10,000+ |
| San Jose 3 Bedroom Apartments | $5,330 | $1,460 | $10,000+ |
| San Jose 4 Bedroom Apartments | $8,578 | $1,585 | $10,000+ |
| San Jose 5 Bedroom Apartments | $17,092 | $10,000 | $10,000+ |
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Beyond Campus: Finding Your Perfect San Jose Apartment in the Perfect Student Friendly Neighborhood
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Frequently Asked Questions about Gated San Jose Apartments
What is the Cheapest Gated apartment in San Jose?
Currently the most affordable Gated Apartment in San Jose is at 27 North - Student Housing Apartments listed at $995.
How much is the average rent for a Gated San Jose Apartment?
The average rent for a Gated Apartment in San Jose is $3,745.
What is the largest Gated San Jose Apartment for rent?
Today's Gated apartment with the most square footage in San Jose is a 2,900 square feet unit starting from $3,386 at Santana Row.
What is the average size for San Jose Gated Apartments for rent?
The average size for a Gated rental in San Jose is currently at 636 sq ft.
Expert Rental Resources
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Helpful Local Expert Guides

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.

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.

Living and Working in San Jose: A Local Experts 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.
Articles, How-To's, and Tips

Pet-Friendly Renting: Everything You Need to Know Before You Move
Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.
For so many of us, pets are the best companions and a big part of our lives. For this reason, a pet-friendly house or apartment is often a very important - and nonnegotiable - part of a move.

Creative Ways Developers Reimagine Retail Spaces as Residential Units
Written by: Robin Stewart
Adaptive reuse is when a commercial property is converted and repurposed. The real estate industry has embraced a growing number of these projects.

Neighborhood and Market Insights: How to Choose the Right Area to Rent
Written by: Robin Stewart
Apartment-hunting can be a gargantuan task. Renters have a wish list of items—some luxuries, some necessities—but finding what you seek in the right place is perhaps the most important part of the journey.

A Seasoned Property Manager's Step-by-Step Guide to Getting Your Deposit Back
Written by: Lauren Harrington
I’m going to talk with you as a seasoned property manager and friend. So, let’s start with your security deposit. I want you to think about this guide as insider information. You deserve your deposit back.