Pet Friendly Apartments for Rent in San Jose, CA (911 Rentals)

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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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Must Be Spayed/Neutered - $65 Monthly Pet Rent
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La Moraga Apartments

5822 Charlotte DrSan Jose, CA 95123
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Monterey Grove
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$50 Monthly Pet Rent - 2 Pet Limit
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Monterey Grove

6100 Monterey HwySan Jose, CA 95138
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Amberwood Apartments
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2 Pet Limit - 2 pets per unit only
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Amberwood Apartments

1543 Ambergrove DrSan Jose, CA 95131
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The Woods Apartments
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2 Pet Limit - Sorry no dogs allowed!
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The Woods Apartments

4300 The Woods DrSan Jose, CA 95136
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Scotia Apartments
Pet Friendly
$500 Deposit
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Scotia Apartments

1785 Almaden RdSan Jose, CA 95125
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Lynhaven
Pet Friendly Some Pets Allowed.
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Lynhaven

919 S Winchester BlvdSan Jose, CA 95128
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The Ryden
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Pet Friendly Some Pets Allowed.
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The Ryden

138 Balbach StSan Jose, CA 95110
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808 West Apartments
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Pet Friendly
2 Pet Limit - Additional $250 deposit for puppies and kittens under 1 year.
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808 West Apartments

808 W San Carlos StSan Jose, CA 95126
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Foundry Commons
Pet Friendly Some Pets Allowed.
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Foundry Commons

868 S 5th StSan Jose, CA 95112
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North Park Apartment Homes
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2 Pet Limit
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North Park Apartment Homes

3500 Palmilla DrSan Jose, CA 95134
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Misora
Pet Friendly Some Pets Allowed.
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Misora

388 Santana RowSan Jose, CA 95128
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ReNew Berryessa
Pet Friendly Some Pets Allowed.
2 Pet Limit - 150 lb Weight Limit
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ReNew Berryessa

1265 N Capitol AveSan Jose, CA 95132
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121 Tasman
Pet Friendly Some Pets Allowed.
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121 Tasman

121 E Tasman DrSan Jose, CA 95134
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One South Market
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Pet Friendly Some Pets Allowed.
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One South Market

1 S Market StSan Jose, CA 95113
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Bell Almaden
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2 Pet Limit - Pet Rent is $65/month per cat, $85/month per dog.
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Bell Almaden

401 Briar Ridge DriveSan Jose, CA 95123
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Country Club Villa
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2 Pet Limit - 3rd Cat Additional Deposit of $150.00
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Country Club Villa

3246 Cortese CirSan Jose, CA 95127
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Museum Park
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Pet Friendly Some Pets Allowed.
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Museum Park

465 W San Carlos StSan Jose, CA 95110
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Santana Row
Pet Friendly Some Pets Allowed.
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Santana Row

377 Santana RowSan Jose, CA 95128
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Sedona Apartments
Pet FriendlyCats Allowed
2 Pet Limit - Photo & Vaccine Records Required at Move-in
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Sedona Apartments

2086 Lucretia AveSan Jose, CA 95122
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Lion Villas
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1 Pet Limit - 20 lb Weight Limit
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Lion Villas

2550 S King RdSan Jose, CA 95122
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Sixth and Jackson
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Sixth and Jackson

620 N 6th StSan Jose, CA 95112
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Crescent Village Apartment Homes
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2 Pet Limit
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Crescent Village Apartment Homes

320 Crescent Village CirSan Jose, CA 95134
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Levare
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Pet Friendly Some Pets Allowed.
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Levare

3003 Olin AveSan Jose, CA 95128
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Willow Glen Apartments
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2 Pet Limit - Must Be Spayed/Neutered
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Willow Glen Apartments

996-998 Meridian AveSan Jose, CA 95126
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Ascent
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Ascent

5805 Charlotte DrSan Jose, CA 95123
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River View Apartment Homes
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2 Pet Limit
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River View Apartment Homes

250 Brandon StSan Jose, CA 95134
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Creekside Apartments
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1 Pet Limit - Pets Welcome Upon Approval.Limit of 2 pets per home.Additional pet deposit is $400 for one pet and $800 for two pets.Domestic animals, no breed restrictions, indoor cats only, no exotic animals.Current vet records and pet photo are required prior to move-in.We invite you to contact our leasing office to learn more.Pet Amenities:Pet Waste Stations
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Creekside Apartments

1800 Stokes StSan Jose, CA 95126
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Paloma Vista
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$50 Monthly Pet Rent - 1 Pet Limit
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Paloma Vista

1277 San Tomas Aquino RdSan Jose, CA 95117
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Vespaio
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Pet Friendly
2 Pet Limit - Breed & weight restrictions apply
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Vespaio

130 Stockton AveSan Jose, CA 95126
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The Lex
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Pet Friendly
$75 Monthly Pet Rent - 3 Pet Limit
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The Lex

5560 Lexington AveSan Jose, CA 95123
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Vista 99
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Pet Friendly
$75 Monthly Pet Rent - 3 Pet Limit
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Vista 99

99 Vista MontanaSan Jose, CA 95134
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San Jose, CA Local Guide

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Most Pet Friendly Neighborhoods in San Jose, CA

There are currently 206482 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:

NeighborhoodPet RatingAvailable UnitsMedian Price
North San Jose4/41174$5,618
Outer Santa Clara4/41065$5,957
South San Jose4/4962$7,999
Outer North San Jose4/4728$5,944
St Leos4/4623$7,999
Lakehouse4/4614$7,999
Forest Pruneridge4/4607$7,207
Shasta Hanchett Park4/4596$7,207
Park Lorraine4/4580$7,999
Cory4/4568$7,207

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 ListingPet RatingNeighborhoodPriced From
The Colonnade Apartments4/4Sun$2,379
The Highlander4/4Community Center Sunnyvale$2,195
The Franciscan4/4Winchester$2,890
One South Market4/4South Market$2,769
Anton 1101 Apartments4/4Outer Sunnyvale$3,050
Latitude 374/4South San Jose$3,300
Mathilda Garden Apartments4/4Cherry Orchard$1,995
808 West Apartments4/4Sunol Midtown$2,660
Lynhaven4/4Hamann Park$3,110
Prado4/4Lawrence Station$4,051

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 B3 Model at Boynton Greens Apartments, which is a 1 Bed starting at $2,195 in the Northlake neighborhood. Here are the most affordable Pet Friendly San Jose apartments.

Apartment ListingModel NamePriced From
The Highlander1x1S$2,195
Boynton Greens ApartmentsB3$2,195
808 West ApartmentsA2$2,763
The Franciscan1 Bed, 1 Bath$2,890
One South MarketOne Bed One Bath B3$3,099
Anton AspireA2$3,203
LynhavenA1.1$3,280
Anton 1101 ApartmentsAllure$3,300
SofiaAmelia$3,620
PradoAmaya$3,928

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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, CA
Population: 1,030,119

Ranked #10

in US Census Population by City

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
San Jose, CA

Ranked #8

Among cities in California for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

2.5
Pet 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

San Jose, CA Area Reviews

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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 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 $3,663.

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 $3,271 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 666 sq ft.

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