
2 Months, 15 Months
Rental terms in the Downtown San Jose area of San Jose as short as a month! Perfect when you can't commit to a full year of renting.








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| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Downtown San Jose Studio Apartments | $2,552 | $1,250 | $3,695 |
| Downtown San Jose 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,035 | $900 | $6,518 |
| Downtown San Jose 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,579 | $995 | $7,609 |
| Downtown San Jose 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,698 | $1,045 | $5,820 |
| Downtown San Jose 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,519 | $1,060 | $1,660 |
There are currently 40 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Downtown San Jose Neighborhood of San Jose, CA.
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Currently the most affordable Short-term Apartment in Downtown San Jose is at Atrium Garden listed at $1,420.
The average rent for a Short-term Apartment in Downtown San Jose is $3,385.
Today's Short-term apartment with the most square footage in Downtown San Jose is a 2,030 square feet unit starting from $2,632 at One South Market.
The average size for a Short-term rental in Downtown San Jose is currently at 642 sq ft.
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