Pet Friendly Apartments for Rent in San Jose, CA (969 Rentals)

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La Moraga Apartments
Pet Friendly
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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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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808 West Apartments
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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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Misora
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$70 Monthly Pet Rent - 2 Pet Limit
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Misora

388 Santana RowSan Jose, CA 95128
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121 Tasman
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2 Pet Limit - We welcome 2 pets per apartment home. There is a pet deposit of $500 per pet and pet rent is $75 per month per pet. Breed restrictions apply. Please call for complete pet policy information.
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121 Tasman

121 E Tasman DrSan Jose, CA 95134
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Santana Row
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$50 Monthly Pet Rent - 2 Pet Limit
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Santana Row

377 Santana RowSan Jose, CA 95128
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Almaden Lake Village
Pet Friendly
$85 Monthly Pet Rent - 2 Pet Limit
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Almaden Lake Village

1045 Coleman RdSan Jose, CA 95123
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One South Market
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Pets must be spayed/neutered. - $500 Deposit
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One South Market

1 S Market StSan Jose, CA 95113
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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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Lynhaven
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2 Pet Limit - $65 Monthly Pet Rent
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Lynhaven

919 S Winchester BlvdSan 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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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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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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Saybrook Pointe
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$85 Monthly Pet Rent - 2 Pet Limit
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Saybrook Pointe

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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The Grove
Pet Friendly
Pet Interview Required - Must Be Spayed/Neutered
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The Grove

1919 Fruitdale AveSan Jose, CA 95128
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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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See Pet Acceptance Criteria
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Sixth and Jackson

620 N 6th StSan Jose, CA 95112
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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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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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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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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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Orchard Glen
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$25 Monthly Pet Rent - 2 Pet Limit
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Orchard Glen

3975 Seven Trees BlvdSan Jose, CA 95111
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Vespaio
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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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$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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$75 Monthly Pet Rent - 3 Pet Limit
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Vista 99

99 Vista MontanaSan Jose, CA 95134
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Central Park Apartments
Pet Friendly
Pet Interview Required - 2 Pet Limit
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Central Park Apartments

1750 Stokes StSan Jose, CA 95126
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One Pearl Place
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$75 Monthly Pet Rent - 2 Pet Limit
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One Pearl Place

5230 Terner WaySan Jose, CA 95136
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San Jose, CA Local Guide

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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:

NeighborhoodPet RatingAvailable UnitsMedian Price
North San Jose4/41141$6,440
Outer Santa Clara4/41034$6,260
South San Jose4/4938$6,800
Outer North San Jose4/4682$5,900
St Leos4/4604$5,530
Lakehouse4/4592$5,483
Forest Pruneridge4/4572$6,482
Park Lorraine4/4554$5,300
Braly Corners4/4516$5,750
Raynor Park4/4509$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 ListingPet RatingNeighborhoodPriced From
The Colonnade Apartments4/4Sun$2,295
The Highlander4/4Community Center Sunnyvale$2,195
The Franciscan4/4Winchester$3,175
One South Market4/4South Market$2,691
Anton 1101 Apartments4/4Outer Sunnyvale$3,050
Latitude 374/4South San Jose$3,100
Mathilda Garden Apartments4/4Cherry Orchard$2,250
808 West Apartments4/4Sunol Midtown$2,895
Prado4/4Lawrence Station$3,765
Scotia Apartments4/4Guadalupe 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 ListingModel NamePriced From
The Highlander1x1S$2,195
The Colonnade ApartmentsMedium Studio$2,395
One South MarketJunior One Bed A1$2,881
808 West ApartmentsA1$3,035
Anton AspireA2$3,067
Latitude 372x2F-1065-p1$3,100
The Franciscan1 Bed, 1 Bath$3,175
Scotia ApartmentsPlan 3$3,294
SofiaAmelia$3,610
PradoVaro$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, CA
Population: 1,030,119

Ranked #10

in US Census Population by City

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
San Jose, CA

Ranked #13

Among cities in California for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

2.5
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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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May 4, 2025

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 $3,672.

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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