
Short Term Lease Apartments for Rent in San Jose, CA (383 Rentals) Page 3 of 8
Rental terms in San Jose as short as a month! Perfect when you can't commit to a full year of renting.


12 Months
Branham House

12 Months
Buena Vista Apartments

5 Months, 12 Months
Morgan Ranch Apartments

6 Months, 13 Months
AVE Santa Clara

3 Months, 12 Months
The Highlander

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Rowe at Pear Village

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Encasa

3 Months, 14 Months
River Terrace

3 Months, 12 Months
Birch Creek
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6 Months, 18 Months
Redwood Place Apartment Homes

3 Months, 16 Months
Marina Playa

12 Months
The Meadows Apartments

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The Franciscan

3 Months, 16 Months
The Hazelwood

6 Months, 15 Months
Glenwood Garden Apartments

6 Months, 12 Months
Springwood

eaves Fremont

2 Months, 15 Months
Griffis South Bay

The Markham
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Revela

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Domicilio

1 Month
Mill Creek

12 Months
Parker Palo Alto

12 Months
Cherry Blossom

Total Monthly Price
Tamarind Square

12 Months
Maison Massol Apartments

Monte Vista Apartments

12 Months
Siena Apartment Homes

12 Months, 6 Months
Selo of Pastoria

Ironworks

Revere Campbell

The Biltmore

The Parc at Pruneyard

The Benton

Calaveras Corners/Calaveras Heights/Driftwood

Kensington Place

100 Moffett

6 Months, 15 Months
Forge Homestead Apartments

Sonter

550 Moreland

Shadowbrook

Park Place

Oak & Umber

Park Central

1 Month
Monte Sierra Apartments

Spruce Apartments

2 Months, 12 Months
eaves Mountain View at Middlefield

Boardwalk

The Montclaire
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 Short-term Studio Apartments | $2,873 | $972 | $6,876 |
| San Jose Short-term 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,613 | $1,000 | $10,000+ |
| San Jose Short-term 2 Bedroom Apartments | $4,470 | $995 | $10,000+ |
| San Jose Short-term 3 Bedroom Apartments | $5,344 | $1,460 | $10,000+ |
| San Jose Short-term 4 Bedroom Apartments | $7,972 | $1,585 | $10,000+ |
| San Jose 5 Bedroom Apartments | $14,440 | $10,000 | $10,000+ |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Short-term San Jose Apartments
What is the Cheapest Short-term apartment in San Jose?
Currently the most affordable Short-term Apartment in San Jose is at Atrium Garden listed at $1,945.
How much is the average rent for a Short-term San Jose Apartment?
The average rent for a Short-term Apartment in San Jose is $4,454.
What is the largest Short-term San Jose Apartment for rent?
Today's Short-term apartment with the most square footage in San Jose is a 2,900 square feet unit starting from $3,383 at Santana Row.
What is the average size for San Jose Short-term Apartments for rent?
The average size for a Short-term rental in San Jose is currently at 657 sq ft.
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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.
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Renters Insurance 101: What It Is, What It Covers, and Why You Need It
Written by: Robin Stewart
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Written by: Robin Stewart
Evaluating rental properties for clients draws many parallels to house-hunting. Whether an apartment, loft, townhouse, or other rental, finding the right place means finding “home” for your client.

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.