
Apartments for Rent with Specials in San Jose, CA (162 Rentals)
Apartments in San Jose with special offers and discounts available right now - opportunities to save money or get a month or more of free rent.


Maxwell at Bascom

The Fay San Jose

Miro

Park Kiely

Cherrywood Apartments

Sixth and Jackson

The Ryden

The James

The Standard (CA)
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Willow Glen Apartments

The Grove

Avalon Morrison Park

eaves West Valley

Westwood Properties

LINQ

ReNew Berryessa

View at Blossom Hill

Levare

Creekside Apartments
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Village of Taxco

Elan at River Oaks

Neo on First

SPARQ

Centerra

Museum Park

One South Market

Mosaic Apartments

The Verdant Apartments

eaves San Jose
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Legacy Fountain Plaza

One Pearl Place

Orchard Glen

787 The Alameda

Shelter Creek

Regency & Lexington

Sainte Claire Building

The Julian

Modera San Pedro Square

ReNew 4NinetyEight

Los Gatos Landing

The Maxwell Apartments

Foxdale

Portofino Apartments

Epic

101 San Fernando

Brookdale Apartments

Tanglewood Apartments

Avana Almaden

Terra House Apartments
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 with Rent Specials | $2,748 | $995 | $6,470 |
| San Jose 1 Bedroom Apartments with Rent Specials | $3,347 | $788 | $7,862 |
| San Jose 2 Bedroom Apartments with Rent Specials | $4,081 | $927 | $10,000+ |
| San Jose 3 Bedroom Apartments with Rent Specials | $4,703 | $1,045 | $10,000+ |
| San Jose 4 Bedroom Apartments with Rent Specials | $4,445 | $1,060 | $10,000+ |
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Top Apartments in San Jose, CA with Move-In Specials Ending Soon
Specials updated: 01-22-2026Take advantage of these move-in and rent specials that are ending soon for top San Jose, CA apartments. Act fast and don’t miss out on an incredible deal on your perfect new place!
Centerra
Receive 2 Weeks Free When You Lease Your Next Home. *Restrictions May ApplyExpires 01-22-2026
The Maxwell Apartments
Contact us now to schedule your tour and find your new home today!Expires 01-22-2026
The Ryden
Specials Available! Please Call For Details.* *Restrictions apply. Offer may changeExpires 01-22-2026
SPARQ
Get 1 Month Free on All Vacant Units with a 12-Month Lease!Expires 01-22-2026
Miro
Receive up to 4 weeks free rent on select homes! Contact our leasing team for complete details.Expires 01-22-2026
LINQ
Up to 4 Weeks Free on Base Rent for Select 2-Bedrooms! *Minimum lease term applies. Restrictions apply.Expires 01-22-2026
Sixth and Jackson
Up to 1 month off! See leasing for details.Expires 01-22-2026
The Julian
FREE RENT 6 weeks on select units; must sign a 14-15 month lease term! Must lease by 11/15/25 on OAC only. Call and ask us for details! *Offer valid on select apartment homes for new applicants on approved credit Screening.Expires 01-22-2026
The Fay San Jose
EARLY BIRD CONCESSIONExpires 01-22-2026
The James
1 month free on studios and one bedrooms! Restrictions apply.Expires 01-22-2026
Newly Listed Move-In Specials offers for Apartments in San Jose, CA
Specials updated: 01-22-2026Here are the most recently added special offers for renters looking to find the best deals on apartments in San Jose, CA. Be sure to take advantage of some of the area’s top offers.
Park Kiely
OPEN HOUSE!!!-EVERY DAY!!! FROM 4PM-6PM NO RENT!! Until 3/1/2026 for immediate move-ins!! & Get your application fee waived for a limited time! *Special is subject to the timely completion of submission of all application items requested and must be turned in within 7 days.Expires 01-31-2026
Neo on First
We offer 1BR, 1 BA and 2BR, 2BA Furnished Units available for short-term, monthly leases. Please inquire directly.Expires 12-31-2027
Moorpark Garden Apartments
One Month Free with 12 month lease!!!Expires 02-28-2026
Portofino Apartments
Move In special - HALF OFF first month's rentExpires 01-31-2026
The Woods Apartments
“One Month Free” with a 12- month lease - Must move-in by January 31, 2026. *Restrictions apply. On selected floor plans. Contact us for details.Expires 01-31-2026
Cherrywood Apartments
Fall savings from $1000 off to 1-Month Free with a 12 -month lease. Must move-in by January 31, 2026 *Restrictions apply. On selected floor plans. Contact us for detailsExpires 01-31-2026
Shelter Creek
One Month Free Rent for selected units. Call the leasing office to get details.Expires 02-27-2026
Tanglewood Apartments
** Special bonus available on select homes and move-in dates** Call or text for more details!! **New Applicants Only, OAC, select homes ; pricing and availability subject to change daily ;Expires 01-31-2026
Brookdale Apartments
Nationally Recognized in four categories by JTurner Research for our Customer Service, Maintenance, Communication, CleanlinessExpires 01-27-2026
Fruitdale Station Apartments
ONE MONTH FREE ON SELECT UNITS!!!Expires 01-31-2026
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Frequently Asked Questions about Rent Specials San Jose Apartments
What is the Cheapest Rent Specials apartment in San Jose?
Currently the most affordable Rent Specials Apartment in San Jose is at Central Park Terrace listed at $1,198.
How much is the average rent for a Rent Specials San Jose Apartment?
The average rent for a Rent Specials Apartment in San Jose is $3,610.
What is the largest Rent Specials San Jose Apartment for rent?
Today's Rent Specials apartment with the most square footage in San Jose is a 2,575 square feet unit starting from $3,312 at The Clara.
What is the average size for San Jose Rent Specials Apartments for rent?
The average size for a Rent Specials rental in San Jose is currently at 603 sq ft.
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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.

18 Must-Ask Rental Tour Questions That Reveal the Truth about a Property
Written by: Lauren Harrington
Renting your next home can feel thrilling and overwhelming at the same time.

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Written by: Bob Mallory
Packing up everything you own to move is so stressful for many that ending your apartment lease can feel like a small or unimportant task. Ending your lease involves more than simply turning over your keys on the last day.

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