Pet Friendly Apartments for Rent in the Checkers Neighborhood of San Jose, CA (60 Rentals)

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Apartments for rent in the Checkers area of San Jose that love your dogs or cats as much as you do!

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$2,497 - $4,146
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LINQ

1700 Newbury Park DrSan Jose, CA 95133
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Metro Gardens
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Metro Gardens

420 S 3rd StSan Jose, CA 95112
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175 Alexander Ave
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175 Alexander Ave

175 Alexander AveSan Jose, CA 95116

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163-173 N 5th St
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163-173 N 5th St

163-173 N 5th StSan Jose, CA 95112
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Metro Gardens
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Metro Gardens

420 S 3rd StSan Jose, CA 95112
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Clayburn Apartments
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Clayburn Apartments

67 N Jackson AveSan Jose, CA 95116
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McKee Apartments
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McKee Apartments

1735-1745 Mckee RdSan Jose, CA 95116
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670-686 S. 8th
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670-686 S. 8th

670-686 S 8th StSan Jose, CA 95112
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95 N 8th St
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95 N 8th St

95 N 8th StSan Jose, CA 95112
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Foxdale
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Foxdale

1250 Foxdale LoopSan Jose, CA 95122
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Bayshore Estates
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Bayshore Estates

855 N Bayshore Rd WSan Jose, CA 95112
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470 Apartments
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470 Apartments

470 S 11th StSan Jose, CA 95112
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Sofi Berryessa
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Sofi Berryessa

750 N King RdSan Jose, CA 95133
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Aviara
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Aviara

2388 Madden AveSan Jose, CA 95116
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Fairway Glen
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Fairway Glen

448 Toyon AveSan Jose, CA 95127
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360 Residences
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360 Residences

350 S Market StSan Jose, CA 95113
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Arbor Park
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Arbor Park

899 N King RdSan Jose, CA 95133

Checkers, San Jose, CA Local Guide

Most Pet Friendly Checkers Apartments for Rent

The apartment community in the Checkers area of San Jose, CA that ranks the highest in Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score on ApartmentHomeLiving.com is The Colonnade Apartments with prices starting from $2,312 and a Pet Friendly score of 3.8 of 4. LINQ scores the second highest with a 3.6 of 4 and has availability currently starting from $2,497. Here are the most Pet Friendly Checkers apartments for rent in San Jose, CA:

Apartment ListingPet RatingNeighborhoodPriced From
The Colonnade Apartments3.8/4Sun$2,312
LINQ3.6/4Pine Hollow$2,497
Exhibit at J Town Apartments3.2/4Japantown$3,470
Miro3.2/4Northside$3,152
Country Club Villa3.2/4Toyon$2,400
Woodland Meadow3/4Carmine Parkmont$2,906

Cheapest Pet Friendly Apartment Rentals in Checkers

The lowest priced apartment unit that allows pets currently in the Checkers of Checkers is the 2B Shared Attached - Fall 2026 (Other) Model at 27 North - Student Housing Apartments, which is a 2 Beds unit starting from $995. The second cheapest Checkers Pet Friendly apartment is the 55 S 6th 1 Bed unit at Westwood Properties starting at $2,195. Here are the most affordable Pet Friendly Checkers apartments:

Apartment ListingModel NamePriced From
27 North - Student Housing Apartments2B Shared Attached - Fall 2026 (Other)$995
Westwood Properties55 S 6th$2,195
The Colonnade ApartmentsSmall 1 Bed 1 Bath$2,340
LINQS1 Income Protected$2,497
The JamesS01$2,686
Country Club Villa2 Bed 2 Bath Upstairs$2,850
Woodland MeadowAspen$2,906
MiroS5$3,217
Exhibit at J Town ApartmentsA1 - 1BR 1BA Flat$3,470
Amberwood Apartments3 bed/2 bath$4,100

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Family-Friendly Rating

Do you have a family with little ones? Amongst all of the communities in San Jose, this submarket is amongst the finest submarkets for families, with a score of 4.0 out of 4. Family Friendly ratings are based on community features and environments that help parents and children to thrive. These features include things like green spaces, pet amenities, playgrounds, and more.

Outdoors Rating

Do you like nice outdoor spaces? this residential neighborhood is a highly-rated area of town for access to parks, paths, and trails, with a score of 4.0 out of 4.

Pet Friendly Rating

Does your family raise furry friends? this area has emerged as one of the best submarkets for families with pets, with a score of 4.0 out of 4.

Frequently Asked Questions about Pet Friendly Checkers Apartments

What is the Cheapest Pet Friendly apartment in Checkers?

Currently the most affordable Pet Friendly Apartment in Checkers is at 27 North - Student Housing Apartments listed at $995.

How much is the average rent for a Pet Friendly Checkers Apartment?

The average rent for a Pet Friendly Apartment in Checkers is $3,092.

What is the largest Pet Friendly Checkers Apartment for rent?

Today's Pet Friendly apartment with the most square footage in Checkers is a 1,618 square feet unit starting from $3,470 at Exhibit at J Town Apartments.

What is the average size for Checkers Pet Friendly Apartments for rent?

The average size for a Pet Friendly rental in Checkers is currently at 614 sq ft.

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