
Short Term Lease Apartments for Rent in San Jose, CA Under $3,000 (139 Rentals) Page 2 of 3
Rental terms in San Jose as short as a month! Perfect when you can't commit to a full year of renting.


Oak & Umber

Sonter

Briarwood

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Encasa

Springwood

39150 Cedar Blvd

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Griffis South Bay

Spruce Apartments

Cherryhill
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eaves Mountain View at Middlefield

Bella Vista

Cherry Blossom

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Marina Playa

Shoreline Village

The Montclaire

Mill Creek

Calaveras Corners/Calaveras Heights/Driftwood

All Single Story Apartment Community

1050 Benton St, Unit FL3-ID308

The Huntington Senior Apartment Homes

Furnished Studio-San Jose - Mountain View

215 Union Ave

650 E Capitol Ave

501 Murphy Ranch Rd

600 N Whisman Rd

3301 Innovation Wy

700 Agnew Rd

910 Rockefeller Dr

906 Burbank Dr

3901 Lick Mill Blvd

906 Burbank Dr

3301 Innovation Wy

170 Locksunart Way

350 Budd Ave

3406 El Camino Real

20200 Lucille Ave

170 Locksunart Way

3560 Rambla Pl

1941 California St

350 Budd Ave

Furnished Studio-San Jose - Sunnyvale

1265 Lakeside Dr

3560 Rambla Pl

1860 Scott Blvd

10870 N Stelling Rd

1745 Nantucket Cir

1600 Villa St

Furnished Studio-San Jose - Milpitas - McCarthy Ranch

1545 Vista Club Cir
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 | $2,787 | $995 | $6,170 |
| San Jose 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,436 | $850 | $10,000+ |
| San Jose 2 Bedroom Apartments | $4,200 | $995 | $10,000+ |
| San Jose 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,720 | $1,045 | $10,000+ |
| San Jose 4 Bedroom Apartments | $4,360 | $1,060 | $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 $1,420.
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 $3,851.
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 $3,169 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 658 sq ft.
Expert Rental Resources
The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.
Articles, How-To's, and Tips

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.

Maximizing Your Refund: Essential Tax Tips for Renters
Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.
Other than tax professionals, I can’t think of anyone who looks forward to tax season. For everybody else, April is a stressful month to collect information and meet deadlines.

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.

A Renters Guide for Tips on Writing Your Notice for Not Renewing Your Apartment
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.