
Studio Apartments for Rent in the Japantown Neighborhood of San Jose, CA (67 Rentals)


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Japantown, San Jose, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Japantown?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Japantown Studio Apartments | $3,807 | $1,935 | $6,514 |
Japantown 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,492 | $1,750 | $7,473 |
Japantown 2 Bedroom Apartments | $4,533 | $2,250 | $10,000+ |
Japantown 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,984 | $3,299 | $10,000+ |
Browse Apartments in this Neighborhood
There are currently 67 rentals with your search options within a 1 mile radius of the Japantown Neighborhood of San Jose, CA.
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Largest Available Japantown Studio Apartments
The largest available Studio apartment unit in the Japantown area of San Jose, CA is found at The Esplanade and is listed at 995 square feet priced from $3,369. Here is today’s list of the largest available 2 Bedroom units in the area:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Square Footage | Priced From |
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The Esplanade | Historic Flats/Lofts A | 995 Sq Ft | $3,369 |
Miro | S2 | 592 Sq Ft | $3,419 |
The James | S01 | 575 Sq Ft | $2,690 |
39-0008 | 0BR/1.0BA | 550 Sq Ft | $1,850 |
The Julian | S1 | 497 Sq Ft | $2,423 |
1040-1058 N. 4th St, San Jose | Studio | 425 Sq Ft | $1,935 |
The Kelsey Ayer Station | 80% AMI Studio | 416 Sq Ft | $1,989 |
Cheapest Available Japantown Studio Apartments
Currently the lowest priced Studio apartment unit Japantown of San Jose, CA is the 0BR/1.0BA Model starting from $1,850 at 39-0008. The average price for all Studio apartments in Japantown is currently $3,807. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available Studio options in the area:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Priced From |
---|---|---|
39-0008 | 0BR/1.0BA | $1,850 |
1040-1058 N. 4th St, San Jose | Studio | $1,935 |
The Kelsey Ayer Station | 80% AMI Studio | $1,989 |
The Julian | S1 | $2,423 |
The James | S01 | $2,690 |
The Esplanade | Historic Flats/Lofts A | $3,369 |
Miro | S2 | $3,419 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleJapantown, San Jose, CA
Ranked #92
Among cities in California for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
4.0Pet Friendly
Lifestyle Ratings
ApartmentHomeLiving.com compares millions of points of data to bring you our detailed rental analysis called 'Lifestyle Ratings' - a comparison of neighborhoods, cities and towns, and rental properties across California including Japantown, San Jose, and the greater San Jose area. LifeStyle Ratings are the best way to sort through finding a place to live - beyond price and floorplan. This takes in many factors including rankings of the best places for easy access to the parks, luxury amenities, family-friendly amenities, raising pets, transit options, walking, and biking. Use Lifestyle Search in the site filter options on this page - and find your Perfect place!
Getting Around the Japantown Neighborhood in San Jose, CA
Walk Score®
85 / 100
Very Walkable
Most errands can be accomplished on foot
Bike Score®
92 / 100
Biker's Paradise
Daily errands can be accomplished on a bike
Transit Score®
60 / 100
Good Transit
Many nearby public transportation options
What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?
- Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
- Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
- Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
Frequently Asked Questions about Studio Japantown Apartments
What is the Cheapest apartment in Japantown with Studio?
Currently the most affordable Studio in Japantown is at 39-0008 listed at $1,850.
How much is the average rent for a Studio Japantown Apartment?
The average rent for a Studio Apartment in Japantown is $3,807.
What is the largest available Studio Japantown Apartment for rent?
Today's apartment with the most square footage in Japantown is a 995 square feet unit starting from $3,369 at The Esplanade.
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