
Pet Friendly Apartments for Rent in the Thunderbird Neighborhood of San Jose, CA (67 Rentals)
Apartments for rent in the Thunderbird area of San Jose that love your dogs or cats as much as you do!


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27 North - Student Housing Apartments

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283 McCreery Ave, Unit Studio

139 E Julian St, Unit 1
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138 Balbach St, Unit SI FL2-ID1922

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384 S 11th St

725 Modern Ice Dr

760 N 17th St

2188 Luz Ave

97 E St James St

393 Englert Ct

1160 Sherman St

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702 Vine St

163-173 N 5th St

175 Alexander Ave

Gateway Tower

73 Duane St

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Metro Gardens

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670-686 S. 8th

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95 N 8th St

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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 | $2,654 | $1,400 | $3,228 |
| Thunderbird 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,003 | $1,400 | $6,750 |
| Thunderbird 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,747 | $995 | $8,500 |
| Thunderbird 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,900 | $1,610 | $5,344 |
| Thunderbird 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,379 | $1,060 | $4,690 |
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There are currently 67 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Thunderbird Neighborhood of San Jose, CA.
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Most Pet Friendly Thunderbird Apartments for Rent
The apartment community in the Thunderbird area of San Jose, CA that ranks the highest in Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score on ApartmentHomeLiving.com is The Colonnade Apartments with prices starting from $2,476 and a Pet Friendly score of 3.8 of 4. Neo on First scores the second highest with a 3.4 of 4 and has availability currently starting from $5,950. Here are the most Pet Friendly Thunderbird apartments for rent in San Jose, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Pet Rating | Neighborhood | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Colonnade Apartments | 3.8/4 | Sun | $2,476 |
| Neo on First | 3.4/4 | Washington Guadalupe | $5,950 |
| The Ryden | 3.2/4 | South Market | $3,524 |
| Miro | 3/4 | Northside | $3,048 |
Cheapest Pet Friendly Apartment Rentals in Thunderbird
The lowest priced apartment unit that allows pets currently in the Thunderbird of Thunderbird is the 2B Shared Attached - Fall 2026 (Other) Model at 27 North - Student Housing Apartments, which is a 2 Beds unit starting from $995. The second cheapest Thunderbird Pet Friendly apartment is the Studio Studio unit at Hawthorn Senior Apartments starting at $1,709. Here are the most affordable Pet Friendly Thunderbird apartments:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Priced From |
|---|---|---|
| 27 North - Student Housing Apartments | 2B Shared Attached - Fall 2026 (Other) | $995 |
| Hawthorn Senior Apartments | Studio | $1,709 |
| Lion Villas | Studio | $1,900 |
| The Colonnade Apartments | Medium Studio | $2,576 |
| Peppertree Apartments | 1 Bed 1 Bath | $2,699 |
| The James | S01 | $3,023 |
| Miro | A15 + Den | $4,043 |
| Exhibit at J Town | B7u - 2BR 2BA Flat | $4,168 |
| The Ryden | B4 | $4,189 |
| Neo on First | 1 BR 1 BA - Furnished | $5,950 |
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Family-Friendly Rating
A family-friendly apartment community may be just the ticket if you have children when you rent. Thunderbird has risen to be a favorite residential neighborhood for families, with a score of 4.0 out of 4. Family Friendly neighborhoods have features that support parents and kids in having fun and being healthy together. These features include things like green spaces, and access to highly-rated education.
Outdoors Rating
Love the outdoors? this section of town has established a name for itself as providing highly-rated access to parks and greenspace, with a score of 4.0 out of 4.
Pet Friendly Rating
This part of San Jose ranks highly for raising pets (dogs and cats), with a score of 4.0 out of 4.
Frequently Asked Questions about Pet Friendly Thunderbird Apartments
What is the Cheapest Pet Friendly apartment in Thunderbird?
Currently the most affordable Pet Friendly Apartment in Thunderbird is at 27 North - Student Housing Apartments listed at $995.
How much is the average rent for a Pet Friendly Thunderbird Apartment?
The average rent for a Pet Friendly Apartment in Thunderbird is $4,029.
What is the largest Pet Friendly Thunderbird Apartment for rent?
Today's Pet Friendly apartment with the most square footage in Thunderbird is a 1,853 square feet unit starting from $3,524 at The Ryden.
What is the average size for Thunderbird Pet Friendly Apartments for rent?
The average size for a Pet Friendly rental in Thunderbird is currently at 555 sq ft.
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