
2 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in the Thunderbird Neighborhood of San Jose, CA (459 Rentals)


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Exhibit at J Town Apartments

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The Ryden

The James

Foundry Commons

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LINQ

Lion Villas

Miro
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The Colonnade Apartments

Windy Hill Apartments

Peppertree Apartments

Polaris Apartments

101-san-fernando

33 South Third

27 North - Student Housing Apartments

Vela Apartments

439 S 4th St, Unit 25

511-523 E Reed St, Unit 523F
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780 S 11th St, Unit 17

138 Balbach St, Unit SI FL2-ID1922

220 Pamela Ave, Unit 3

686 Whitewater Ct

374 S 21st St

130 E San Fernando St, Unit 321

219 E St John St

246 S 12th St

247 N Capitol Ave

756 N 11th St
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97 E St James St

88 E San Fernando St

St. James Place

1081 Appian Lane

654 Macredes Avenue

1075 Appian Lane

869-875 Almaden Avenue

1769 Rock Spring Drive

2331 Mammoth Drive

616 S 7th St
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1016 Summerplace Dr

1105 Appian Lane

1066 Appian Ln

838 Jeanne Avenue

1334 Crucero

846 Jeanne Avenue

1339-1341 Danube Way

1619 Virginia Avenue

824 Jeanne Avenue

1051 Appian Lane
Thunderbird, San Jose, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Thunderbird?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Thunderbird Studio Apartments | $2,398 | $1,437 | $2,786 |
| Thunderbird 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,721 | $1,000 | $4,390 |
Thunderbird 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,482 | $995 | $5,730 |
| Thunderbird 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,834 | $2,795 | $2,900 |
| Thunderbird 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,655 | $1,655 | $1,655 |
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Largest Available Thunderbird 2 Bedroom Apartments
The largest available 2 Bedroom apartment unit in the Thunderbird area of San Jose, CA is found at 360-residences and is listed at 1,682 square feet priced from $4,807. Here is today’s list of the largest available 2 Bedroom units in the area:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Square Footage | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| 360-residences | Plan 2M | 1,682 Sq Ft | $4,807 |
| 33 South Third | 2/2 2nd St Saw W/Patio | 1,449 Sq Ft | $3,595 |
| Miro | B13 + Den | 1,400 Sq Ft | $5,799 |
| The James | B10 | 1,254 Sq Ft | $3,960 |
| Neo on First | 2BR 2BA - Unfurnished | 1,127 Sq Ft | $3,195 |
| The Colonnade Apartments | Large 2 Bed 2 Bath | 1,100 Sq Ft | $3,538 |
| Exhibit at J Town Apartments | B1 - 2BR 2BA Flat | 1,083 Sq Ft | $4,178 |
| LINQ | B3 Income Protected | 1,042 Sq Ft | $3,424 |
| The Taft | C3 | 1,040 Sq Ft | $4,197 |
| The Ryden | B5 | 1,001 Sq Ft | $3,785 |
Cheapest Available Thunderbird 2 Bedroom Apartments
Currently the lowest priced 2 Bedroom apartment unit Thunderbird of San Jose, CA is the 2B Shared Attached - Fall 2026 (Other) Model starting from $995 at 27 North - Student Housing Apartments. The average price for all 2 Bedroom apartments in Thunderbird is currently $3,482. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available 2 Bedroom options in the area:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Priced From |
|---|---|---|
| 27 North - Student Housing Apartments | 2B Shared Attached - Fall 2026 (Other) | $995 |
| Windy Hill Apartments | Two Bedroom | $2,495 |
| Polaris Apartments | 2 Bedroom | $2,495 |
| Vela Apartments | 2 Bedroom | $2,539 |
| Lion Villas | 2x1 | $2,753 |
| The Colonnade Apartments | Two Bedroom One Bath | $3,085 |
| Aviara | 2-Bedroom | $3,170 |
| Neo on First | 2BR 2BA - Unfurnished | $3,195 |
| Sofi Berryessa | 2 Bedroom B | $3,239 |
| The Taft | C | $3,347 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about 2 Bedroom Thunderbird Apartments
What is the Cheapest apartment in Thunderbird with 2 Bedroom?
Currently the most affordable 2 Bedroom in Thunderbird is at 27 North - Student Housing Apartments listed at $995.
How much is the average rent for a 2 Bedroom Thunderbird Apartment?
The average rent for a 2 Bedroom Apartment in Thunderbird is $3,482.
What is the largest available 2 Bedroom Thunderbird Apartment for rent?
Today's apartment with the most square footage in Thunderbird is a 1,682 square feet unit starting from $4,807 at 360-residences.
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