Apartments for Rent in the Central San Jose Neighborhood of San Jose, CA (427 Rentals)

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The Standard (CA)
$3,219 - $7,148
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The Standard (CA)

515 Lincoln AveSan Jose, CA 95126
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Centerra
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$3,109 - $6,185
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Centerra

77 N Almaden AveSan Jose, CA 95110
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One South Market
$3,176 - $5,557
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One South Market

1 S Market StSan Jose, CA 95113
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Mosaic Apartments
$3,513 - $6,229
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Mosaic Apartments

500 Race StSan Jose, CA 95126
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Living and Working in San Jose: A Local Expert’s Guide to the Best Neighborhoods to Rent Near San Jose’s Top Employers

Find the ideal San Jose neighborhood to rent based on your job and preferred commute. Discover the best local spots and housing options near tech giants.

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Museum Park
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$3,311 - $5,299
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Museum Park

465 W San Carlos StSan Jose, CA 95110
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Renters Insurance 101: What It Is, What It Covers, and Why You Need It

From theft to fire to water damage, the unexpected can happen to any renter. Discover why renters insurance is one of the smartest and most affordable investments you can make as a tenant.

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Elements
$3,208 - $4,683
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Elements

1201 Parkmoor AveSan Jose, CA 95126
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property at 829 W Taylor St

$3,950

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$3,950
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829 W Taylor St

San JoseCA95126

How I Find the Perfect Rental for My Clients: A Real Estate Pro's Guide

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property at 754 The Alameda

$4,180 - $5,650

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$4,500
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754 The Alameda

San JoseCA95126
property at 77 N Almaden Ave

$7,704 - $10,431

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77 N Almaden Ave

San JoseCA95110

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A Seasoned Property Manager's Step-by-Step Guide to Getting Your Deposit Back

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Beyond Campus: Finding Your Perfect San Jose Apartment in the Perfect Student Friendly Neighborhood

Going to college in San Jose? Our local expert gives you the inside scoop on the best neighborhoods to live near Near SJSU, SCU, SJCC, and EVC

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Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary | ApartmentHomeLiving.com Renter University

From the letter A all the way to the letter Z, the Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary from the content team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provides our visitors and shoppers with a little clarity and helpful guidance in navigating the real estate world through definitions and explainers for the top subjects and terms that someone may come across during the leasing, buying, or selling process.

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Central San Jose, San Jose, CA

Ranked #63

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

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4.0
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Lifestyle Ratings

Our team compiles millions of data points to bring you Lifestyle Ratings of rentals and neighborhoods across the USA, and customized analysis for Central San Jose. Our Lifestyle Ratings help you zero-in on the perfect place to call home. This takes in many factors including searching for the best amenities, and outdoor amenities like tennis courts, transit availability, pet-friendly communities, features that make it easier to raise kids, in addition to floorplans, availablity, and pricing. Find Lifestyle Search in the filter options (above). Happy Searching!

Family-Friendly Rating

Do you have a son or daughter (or both!)? Amongst all of the communities in San Jose, this residential submarket is amongst the finest neighborhoods for families, with a score of 4.0 out of 4. Family Friendly submarkets have features that support parents and kids in having fun and being healthy together. These features include things like green spaces, pet amenities, playgrounds, and more.

Luxury Living Rating

Central San Jose has emerged as one of the best-regarded higher-end communities in town, with a score of 4.0 out of 4. Luxury Lifestyle Scoring is based on having high-end community amenities like shared social spaces, lounges, pools, concierge services, and amenities like granite countertops, range hoods, and high-end appliances. Luxury submarkets also often offer hardwood floors and fireplaces, raquetball courts, and for some communities, even a doorman to greet residents.

Pet Friendly Rating

Do you have dogs or cats? this part of San Jose ranks highly for raising pets (dogs and cats), with a score of 4.0 out of 4.

Frequently Asked Questions about Central San Jose

What is the current pricing and availability for apartments for rent in the Central San Jose area of San Jose, CA?

As of today, September 02, 2026, there are currently 427 available Central San Jose apartments priced from $1,500 to $7,704, with an average monthly rent of $3,742.

How much are Studio apartments in Central San Jose?

There are currently 225 Studio Apartments in Central San Jose with rent ranges from $1,500 to $3,906 with an average price of $2,988.

What is the current price range for One Bedroom Central San Jose Apartments for rent?

Today's rental pricing for One Bedroom Apartments in Central San Jose ranges from $1,822 to $7,704 with an average monthly rent of $3,389.

What does renting a Two Bedroom Apartment in Central San Jose cost?

The monthly rent prices of Two Bedroom Apartments currently available in Central San Jose range from $2,670 to $5,784. Today's average rental price for Two Bedrooms here is $4,123.

How expensive are Central San Jose Three Bedroom Apartments?

There are currently 53 Three Bedroom Apartments listings available in Central San Jose on ApartmentHomeLiving.com. The pricing ranges from $2,949 to $7,039 - averaging $4,807 for the location.

Expert Rental Resources

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Helpful Local Expert Guides

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Living and Working in San Jose: A Local Expert's 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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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.

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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.

Articles, How-To's, and Tips

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Practical Tips for Renters: How to Identify a Great Rental and Avoid Red Flags

Written by: Robin Stewart

Renters want to find a great apartment, the right place for them, one that checks all the boxes of location, rental cost, amenities, safety, and more.

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First Apartment Regrets: Real Renters Share What They'd Do Differently

Written by: Robin Stewart

Hindsight is 20/20. Live and Learn. With age comes wisdom. We’re familiar with all those expressions, and all of them apply to lessons first-time renters learn.

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Renters Insurance 101: What It Is, What It Covers, and Why You Need It

Written by: Robin Stewart

Insurance seems to be a part of life. In some states, having insurance is the law, as is the case for automobile insurance. Renters are no exception.

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Apartment Occupancy Rates: Renter Attraction vs Renter Retention

Written by: Robin Stewart

There’s a tenet in marketing about client or customer attraction and retention. Studies and data have consistently shown it costs less to keep a current customer than to attract a new one.