2 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in the Central San Jose Neighborhood of San Jose, CA (177 Rentals)

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property at 754 The Alameda

$4,380 - $4,540

2 Bedroom Rentals

Available Feb 1, 2026

754 The Alameda

San JoseCA95126
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188 West St. James
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188 West St. James

188 W St James StSan Jose, CA 95110
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Ryland Mews
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Ryland Mews

415 N 2nd StSan Jose, CA 95112

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492-494 N 2nd St
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492-494 N 2nd St

492-494 N 2nd StSan Jose, CA 95112
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499 N 3rd St
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499 N 3rd St

499 N 3rd StSan Jose, CA 95112
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508 Willard Ave
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508 Willard Ave

508 Willard AveSan Jose, CA 95126
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1 E Julian St
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1 E Julian St

1 E Julian StSan Jose, CA 95112
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411 Park Ave
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411 Park Ave

411 Park AveSan Jose, CA 95110
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789 Rainier St
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789 Rainier St

789 Rainier StSan Jose, CA 95126
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870 Pacific Ave
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870 Pacific Ave

870 Pacific AveSan Jose, CA 95126
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1390 Park Ave
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1390 Park Ave

1390 Park AveSan Jose, CA 95126
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499 Page St
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499 Page St

499 Page StSan Jose, CA 95126
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1419 Kingman Ave
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1419 Kingman Ave

1419 Kingman AveSan Jose, CA 95128

Central San Jose, San Jose, CA Local Guide

Largest Available Central San Jose 2 Bedroom Apartments

The largest available 2 Bedroom apartment unit in the Central San Jose area of San Jose, CA is found at Mosaic Apartments and is listed at 1,732 square feet priced from $4,375. Here is today’s list of the largest available 2 Bedroom units in the area:

Apartment ListingModel NameSquare FootagePriced From
Mosaic ApartmentsPlan 71,732 Sq Ft$4,375
808 West ApartmentsB81,352 Sq Ft$3,777
Diridon WestB101,289 Sq Ft$4,193
Silver2 Bed 2 Bath G1,236 Sq Ft$3,469
Centerrad01b1,220 Sq Ft$4,328
One South MarketTwo Bed Two Bath C51,180 Sq Ft$4,160
ElementsPlan 41,173 Sq Ft$3,340
Villa TorinoThe Capri BMR1,152 Sq Ft$2,911
Sixth and JacksonPlan 2C1,076 Sq Ft$4,568
Modera San Pedro SquareB071,053 Sq Ft$3,684

Cheapest Available Central San Jose 2 Bedroom Apartments

Currently the lowest priced 2 Bedroom apartment unit Central San Jose of San Jose, CA is the 80% AMI 2b Model starting from $2,899 at The Kelsey Ayer Station. The average price for all 2 Bedroom apartments in Central San Jose is currently $3,620. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available 2 Bedroom options in the area:

Apartment ListingModel NamePriced From
The Kelsey Ayer Station80% AMI 2b$2,899
Villa TorinoThe Capri BMR$2,919
The JulianB8$3,045
Avalon Morrison ParkB1T$3,105
VistaTwo Bedroom$3,147
Patina at MidtownCoral$3,249
MioB1$3,289
Silver2 Bed 2 Bath D$3,289
Meridian at MidtownC7$3,339
Legacy Fountain PlazaC1$3,347

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Central San Jose, San Jose, CA

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Frequently Asked Questions about 2 Bedroom Central San Jose Apartments

What is the Cheapest apartment in Central San Jose with 2 Bedroom?

Currently the most affordable 2 Bedroom in Central San Jose is at The Kelsey Ayer Station listed at $2,899.

How much is the average rent for a 2 Bedroom Central San Jose Apartment?

The average rent for a 2 Bedroom Apartment in Central San Jose is $3,620.

What is the largest available 2 Bedroom Central San Jose Apartment for rent?

Today's apartment with the most square footage in Central San Jose is a 1,732 square feet unit starting from $4,375 at Mosaic Apartments.

What is the average size for Central San Jose 2 Bedroom Apartments for rent?

The average size for a 2 Bedroom rental in Central San Jose is currently 1,183 sq ft.

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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

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Renting with Roommates: Realistic Expectations for Shared Lease

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Given the high costs for housing, I have found that many people are looking for a roommate to share expenses. These arrangements can increase opportunities for more desirable and larger spaces.

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Apartment Common Area Rules: What Renters Need to Know

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Back in the day when I rented one of my first apartments, the property didn’t even have laundry in the building. Now, rental properties are often competing against each other to provide the best amenities.