
2 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in the Thunderbird Neighborhood of San Jose, CA (450 Rentals)


The Fay San Jose

The Ryden

Foundry Commons

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Exhibit at J Town Apartments

LINQ

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33 South Third

101 San Fernando

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27 North - Student Housing Apartments

555 S 10th St
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452 S 4th St

780 S 11th St

138 Balbach St

226-228 Oakland Ave

55-57 S 33rd St

1081 Appian Lane

1769 Rock Spring Drive

2331 Mammoth Drive

654 Macredes Avenue

1075 Appian Lane
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Brickyard Place

St. James Place

838 Jeanne Avenue

1619 Virginia Avenue

1066 Appian Ln

1334 Crucero

1105 Appian Lane

846 Jeanne Avenue

1339-1341 Danube Way

1417 Dubert
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1051 Appian Lane

824 Jeanne Avenue

1137 Appian Lane

Paseo Villas

2343 Mammoth Drive

869-875 Almaden Avenue

616 S 7th St

101 Oak St

1780-1784 E William St
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 | $2,568 | $1,450 | $3,695 |
| Thunderbird 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,043 | $900 | $6,921 |
Thunderbird 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,263 | $995 | $5,791 |
| Thunderbird 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,965 | $1,045 | $5,438 |
| Thunderbird 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,519 | $1,060 | $1,660 |
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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 $4,867. 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 | $4,867 |
| Miro | B9 + Den | 1,373 Sq Ft | Call for Rates |
| Cannery Park by Windsor | K | 1,254 Sq Ft | $4,025 |
| 101 San Fernando | Plan 2B Townhome | 1,187 Sq Ft | $3,729 |
| The James | B04 | 1,143 Sq Ft | $4,311 |
| Neo on First | 2BR 2BA - Unfurnished | 1,127 Sq Ft | $3,195 |
| The Colonnade Apartments | Large 2 Bed 2 Bath | 1,100 Sq Ft | $3,476 |
| The Ryden | B1 | 1,047 Sq Ft | $3,746 |
| The Taft | C3 | 1,040 Sq Ft | $4,197 |
| Foxdale | 2x1 | 725 Sq Ft | $2,775 |
Cheapest Available Thunderbird 2 Bedroom Apartments
Currently the lowest priced 2 Bedroom apartment unit Thunderbird of San Jose, CA is the 2B Shared Attached - Spring 2026 (SJSU) Model starting from $995 at 27 North - Student Housing Apartments. The average price for all 2 Bedroom apartments in Thunderbird is currently $3,263. 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 - Spring 2026 (SJSU) | $995 |
| Windy Hill Apartments | Two Bedroom | $2,535 |
| 428 S 11th St | 2 bedroom | $2,595 |
| Bayshore Estates | 2x1 | $2,600 |
| Lion Villas | 2x1 | $2,753 |
| Foxdale | 2x1 | $2,775 |
| The Colonnade Apartments | Two Bedroom One Bath | $2,900 |
| ReNew Twenty50 | Capitol | $3,180 |
| Neo on First | 2BR 2BA - Unfurnished | $3,195 |
| 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 $3,263.
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 $4,867 at 360 Residences.
What is the average size for Thunderbird 2 Bedroom Apartments for rent?
The average size for a 2 Bedroom rental in Thunderbird is currently 1,237 sq ft.
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