Pet Friendly Apartments for Rent in San Jose, CA (969 Rentals)
Apartments for rent in San Jose that love your dogs or cats as much as you do!

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La Moraga Apartments

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Amberwood Apartments

Duo Apartments

The Woods Apartments

Cherrywood Apartments
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Monterey Grove

Hanover Winchester

Lynhaven

ReNew Berryessa

Sedona Apartments

Valley West Apartments

Saybrook Pointe

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Stonebridge Apartments

Country Club Villa

The Grove

Sixth and Jackson

Creekside Apartments

Willow Glen Apartments

Village of Taxco

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Paloma Vista

Orchard Glen

Vespaio

The Lex

Vista 99

Central Park Apartments

One Pearl Place
San Jose, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in San Jose?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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San Jose Pet Friendly Studio Apartments | $2,972 | $1,200 | $10,000+ |
San Jose Pet Friendly 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,529 | $800 | $10,000+ |
San Jose Pet Friendly 2 Bedroom Apartments | $4,401 | $1,000 | $10,000+ |
San Jose Pet Friendly 3 Bedroom Apartments | $5,082 | $2,132 | $10,000+ |
San Jose Pet Friendly 4 Bedroom Apartments | $5,573 | $4,030 | $10,000+ |
San Jose 5 Bedroom Apartments | $6,360 | $4,760 | $8,880 |
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Most Pet Friendly Neighborhoods in San Jose, CA
There are currently 233142 Pet Friendly Apartments for Rent in the San Jose, CA area.The three San Jose neighborhoods with the highest official ApartmentHomeLiving.com Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Rating are North San Jose, Outer Santa Clara, and South San Jose. Here is today’s list of the top 10 Pet Friendly neighborhoods for San Jose Apartments for rent:
Neighborhood | Pet Rating | Available Units | Median Price |
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North San Jose | 4/4 | 1141 | $6,440 |
Outer Santa Clara | 4/4 | 1034 | $6,260 |
South San Jose | 4/4 | 938 | $6,800 |
Outer North San Jose | 4/4 | 682 | $5,900 |
St Leos | 4/4 | 604 | $5,530 |
Lakehouse | 4/4 | 592 | $5,483 |
Forest Pruneridge | 4/4 | 572 | $6,482 |
Park Lorraine | 4/4 | 554 | $5,300 |
Braly Corners | 4/4 | 516 | $5,750 |
Raynor Park | 4/4 | 509 | $5,675 |
Pet Friendliest San Jose Apartments for Rent
The San Jose Apartment community with the highest ApartmentHomeLiving.com Lifestyle Score for Pet Friendliness is The Colonnade Apartments in the Sun neighborhood with a Pet Friendliness rating of 4 of 4. The Highlander in the Community Center Sunnyvale neighborhood ranks second in Pet Friendliness with a score of 4 of 4. Here is today’s list of the most Pet Friendly San Jose apartments for rent:
Apartment Listing | Pet Rating | Neighborhood | Priced From |
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The Colonnade Apartments | 4/4 | Sun | $2,295 |
The Highlander | 4/4 | Community Center Sunnyvale | $2,195 |
The Franciscan | 4/4 | Winchester | $3,175 |
One South Market | 4/4 | South Market | $2,691 |
Anton 1101 Apartments | 4/4 | Outer Sunnyvale | $3,050 |
Latitude 37 | 4/4 | South San Jose | $3,100 |
Mathilda Garden Apartments | 4/4 | Cherry Orchard | $2,250 |
808 West Apartments | 4/4 | Sunol Midtown | $2,895 |
Prado | 4/4 | Lawrence Station | $3,765 |
Scotia Apartments | 4/4 | Guadalupe Almaden | $3,294 |
Cheapest Pet Friendly Apartment Rentals in San Jose, CA
The lowest priced San Jose apartment at a property that allows pets is the 1x1S 1 Bed Model at The Highlander in the North San Jose neighborhood starting from $2,195. The second cheapest San Jose Pet Friendly apartment is the Medium Studio Model at The Colonnade Apartments, which is a Studio starting at $2,395 in the South San Jose neighborhood. Here are the most affordable Pet Friendly San Jose apartments.
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Priced From |
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The Highlander | 1x1S | $2,195 |
The Colonnade Apartments | Medium Studio | $2,395 |
One South Market | Junior One Bed A1 | $2,881 |
808 West Apartments | A1 | $3,035 |
Anton Aspire | A2 | $3,067 |
Latitude 37 | 2x2F-1065-p1 | $3,100 |
The Franciscan | 1 Bed, 1 Bath | $3,175 |
Scotia Apartments | Plan 3 | $3,294 |
Sofia | Amelia | $3,610 |
Prado | Varo | $3,858 |
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San Jose Overview
Many people have been flocking to California Bay Area’s biggest city for the past 50 years and it only takes a moment to see all the reasons why. Nestled in the middle of Silicon Valley, the booming Tech Industry calls this area home, the sun shines over 250 days a year, and the beauty of all of California’s diverse landscapes are all within a few hours’ drive. Its residents are highly educated and culturally diverse and the city offers many opportunities for them to get out of their San Jose apartments and meet your neighbors from annual festivals to enjoying a day at the 170 acre Kelley Park. If you prefer not to drive, the Downtown area caters to those who would rather walk, bike, or ride the train or bus.
Why live in San Jose, CA?
San Jose is known for being at the leading edge of technology when the tech industry is in its Golden Age. Business is booming and the economy is growing so well that the city has dubbed itself the “Capital of Opportunity”. Young professionals will feel at home here with almost 40% of the population being between the ages of 20 and 40. And with a wide variety of options for homes and apartments in San Jose, finding the perfect place is a cinch.
San Jose, CAPopulation: 1,030,119
Ranked #10
in US Census Population by City
Pet Friendly LifestyleSan Jose, CA
Ranked #13
Among cities in California for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
2.5Pet Friendly
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Getting Around San Jose, CA
Walk Score®
68 / 100
Somewhat Walkable
Some errands can be accomplished on foot
Bike Score®
73 / 100
Very Bikeable
Biking is convenient for most trips
Transit Score®
48 / 100
Some Transit
A few nearby public transportation options
What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?
- Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
- Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
- Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
San Jose, CA Area Reviews
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May 4, 2025Wonderful 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 Pet Friendly San Jose Apartments
What is the Cheapest Pet Friendly apartment in San Jose?
Currently the most affordable Pet Friendly Apartment in San Jose is at Central Park Terrace listed at $1,198.
How much is the average rent for a Pet Friendly San Jose Apartment?
The average rent for a Pet Friendly Apartment in San Jose is $3,672.
What is the largest Pet Friendly San Jose Apartment for rent?
Today's Pet Friendly apartment with the most square footage in San Jose is a 9,700 square feet unit starting from $3,460 at The Clara.
What is the average size for San Jose Pet Friendly Apartments for rent?
The average size for a Pet Friendly rental in San Jose is currently at 648 sq ft.
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