Apartments for Rent in the SoFA Neighborhood of San Jose, CA (621 Rentals)

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The Ryden
$3,231 - $5,153
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The Ryden

138 Balbach StSan Jose, CA 95110
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Foundry Commons
$3,571 - $4,804
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Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available Sep 27

Foundry Commons

868 S 5th StSan Jose, CA 95112
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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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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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One South Market
$3,136 - $4,977
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One South Market

1 S Market StSan Jose, CA 95113
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Museum Park
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$3,303 - $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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property at 468 S 6th St

$1,500 - $1,750

1 Bedroom, 1.5 Bath Condo for Rent

Available Sep 1

468 S 6th St

San JoseCA95112

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

Finding the right apartment starts with three things: location, cost, and amenities. Get the insider perspective from a real estate professional on how to nail all three.

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property at 687 Locust St

$1,450

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1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Home for Rent

Available Sep 1

687 Locust St

San JoseCA95110
property at 108 Balbach St

$4,850

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108 Balbach St
San JoseCA95110

Neighborhood & Market Insights: How to Choose the Right Area to Rent

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property at 77 N Almaden Ave

$7,616 - $10,778

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77 N Almaden Ave

San JoseCA95110

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SoFA, San Jose, CA Local Guide

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

Learn the property manager's true secrets to a zero-deduction move-out. Use this step-by-step guide on documentation, cleaning, and lease-reading to reclaim your security deposit.

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18 Must-Ask Rental Tour Questions That Reveal the Truth about a Property

Tour smarter and choose with confidence. Get the essential 18 questions that reveal the truth about a rental property's maintenance, utilities, and safety.

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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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Lifestyle Ratings

ApartmentHomeLiving brings you our detailed rental search system called 'Lifestyle ratings', composed of rentals and neighborhoods across the USA, and customized analysis for Central San Jose, CA. LifeStyle Ratings are a useful tool for comparing and sorting apartments and neighborhoods when choosing your rental home. This takes in many factors including filtering automatically for proximity to parks, luxury housing options, family-friendliness, raising pets, transit options, and more. These search options are in the site filters at the top of this page.

Family-Friendly Rating

When renting for a family with children, location matters. Amongst all of the submarkets in San Jose, this area of town has risen to be one of our preferred neighborhoods 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. This includes features like parks, trails and recreation, and having the best school districts for the kids to attend available.

Luxury Living Rating

SoFA is amongst the finest high-end neighborhoods 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, maid services, park views, easy access to green space, and amenities like granite countertops, range hoods, and high-end appliances. Other luxury items often include tile or hardwood floors, access to sports facilities like golf, raquetball, and tennis, and for some communities, even a doorman to greet residents.

Pet Friendly Rating

Do you have dogs and cats? this part of town has established a name for itself as one of the best-regarded communities for dog and cat owners, with a score of 4.0 out of 4.

Frequently Asked Questions about SoFA

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

As of today, August 29, 2026, there are currently 621 available SoFA apartments priced from $1,400 to $10,692, with an average monthly rent of $3,733.

How much are Studio apartments in SoFA?

There are currently 285 Studio Apartments in SoFA with rent ranges from $1,400 to $3,503 with an average price of $3,004.

What is the current price range for One Bedroom SoFA Apartments for rent?

Today's rental pricing for One Bedroom Apartments in SoFA ranges from $1,750 to $8,738 with an average monthly rent of $3,456.

What does renting a Two Bedroom Apartment in SoFA cost?

The monthly rent prices of Two Bedroom Apartments currently available in SoFA range from $2,495 to $10,692. Today's average rental price for Two Bedrooms here is $4,429.

How expensive are SoFA Three Bedroom Apartments?

There are currently 58 Three Bedroom Apartments listings available in SoFA on ApartmentHomeLiving.com. The pricing ranges from $2,595 to $5,552 - averaging $4,590 for the location.

Expert Rental Resources

The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

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.