1 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in Santa Clara, CA (1,236 Rentals)

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The Clara
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$4,238 - $5,056
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$3,563 - $13,430

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The Clara

5150 Calle del SolSanta Clara, CA 95054
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Passero
$3,519 - $4,888
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$2,745 - $8,887

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Passero

2230 Calle Del MundoSanta Clara, CA 95054
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The Lafayette
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$3,685 - $4,255
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$3,693 - $6,151

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The Lafayette

2333 Calle Del MundoSanta Clara, CA 95054
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Prado
$3,893 - $4,920
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$3,901 - $5,648

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Prado

3560 Rambla PlSanta Clara, CA 95051
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Domicilio
$3,540 - $4,640
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$3,581 - $6,846

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Domicilio

431 El Camino RealSanta Clara, CA 95050
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Westwood Ambassador
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$2,700 - $3,122
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$2,700 - $3,122

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$2,700 - $3,122
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2606 Newhall StSanta Clara, CA 95050
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The Court Apartments
$2,800 - $2,850
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$2,800 - $3,250

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The Court Apartments

2636 Newhall StSanta Clara, CA 95050
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Largest Available Santa Clara 1 Bedroom Apartments

The largest available 1 Bedroom apartment unit in Santa Clara, CA is found at Santa Clara Square Apartment Homes in the North Santa Clara neighborhood and is 1,143 square feet priced from $5,790. Willow Creek in the South San Jose neighborhood has the second largest 1 Bedroom, which is sized at 1,090 square feet and currently listed start at $3,268. Here is today’s list of the largest available 1 Bedroom units in Santa Clara:

Apartment ListingModel NameSquare FootagePriced From
Santa Clara Square Apartment HomesPlan 221,143 Sq Ft$5,790
Willow CreekTwo Bedroom Two Bath B11,090 Sq Ft$3,268
PasseroA7-D999 Sq Ft$4,548
AIREA25952 Sq Ft$3,662
Redwood Place Apartment HomesPlan 13942 Sq Ft$5,925
AlbaAlba One Bedroom Den A3937 Sq Ft$4,305
Orlo and AlbaAlba One Bedroom Den A3937 Sq Ft$4,305
Crescent Village Apartment HomesCadiz - One Bedrooms823 Sq Ft$3,740
1250 LakesidePlan 1B770 Sq Ft$3,877
North Park Apartment HomesThe Sycamores- One Bedrooms688 Sq Ft$3,440

Cheapest Available Santa Clara 1 Bedroom Apartments

As of August 14, 2026 the lowest priced 1 Bedroom apartment unit in Santa Clara, CA is the 1 Bedroom Model starting from $1,036 at Stevens Creek in the Loma Linda neighborhood. The second most affordable Santa Clara 1 Bedroom is the 1 Bedroom Model at 88 Saratoga Avenue Apartments starting at $1,071 in the Sheman Oaks neighborhood. The average price for all 1 Bedroom apartments in Santa Clara is currently $3,784. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available 1 Bedroom options in Santa Clara:

Apartment ListingModel NamePriced From
Stevens Creek1 Bedroom$1,036
88 Saratoga Avenue Apartments1 Bedroom$1,071
Miramar4$1,850
North Colonial House1B/1BA - Medium$1,895
The Bungalows at Ahwanee1 Bedroom without Patio$1,988
Roewill 1096Roewill 1096 - 4$1,995
Colonial House ApartmentsRemodeled 1 Bedroom$2,075
Park KielyA3$2,144
Cinnabar Commons1 Bedroom$2,180
Britton Park Apartments1br$2,250

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Santa Clara Overview

Santa Clara is a full-fledged city with abundant recreational and vacation facilities, a world-class stadium, shopping centers, media outlets, annual festivals, and living apartments scattered throughout its neighborhoods. Most apartments in Santa Clara are designed to facilitate socializing and cultural diversity among the residents, making the city conducive for almost everyone.

Why live in Santa Clara, CA?

Santa Clara is one of the best cities to live in because it has an unemployment rate standing at approximately 5.0 percent, which correlates with low crime rates and improved living standards among the inhabitants. There are plenty of top-notch schools, recreational activities, and cultural museums that make it a popular tourist destination to be proud of. The U.S. 101 highway traverses the city, connecting the residents with their relatives living in other cities throughout the country.

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Frequently Asked Questions about 1 Bedroom Santa Clara Apartments

What is the Cheapest apartment in Santa Clara with 1 Bedroom?

Currently the most affordable 1 Bedroom in Santa Clara is at Stevens Creek listed at $1,036.

How much is the average rent for a 1 Bedroom Santa Clara Apartment?

The average rent for a 1 Bedroom Apartment in Santa Clara is $3,784.

What is the largest available 1 Bedroom Santa Clara Apartment for rent?

Today's apartment with the most square footage in Santa Clara is a 1,143 square feet unit starting from $5,790 at Santa Clara Square Apartment Homes.

What is the average size for Santa Clara 1 Bedroom Apartments for rent?

The average size for a 1 Bedroom rental in Santa Clara is currently 940 sq ft.

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