1 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in Santa Clara, CA (1,237 Rentals)

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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 Crescent Village Apartment Homes in the North San Jose neighborhood and is 1,162 square feet priced from $4,135. Santa Clara Square Apartment Homes in the North Santa Clara neighborhood has the second largest 1 Bedroom, which is sized at 1,143 square feet and currently listed start at $5,655. Here is today’s list of the largest available 1 Bedroom units in Santa Clara:

Apartment ListingModel NameSquare FootagePriced From
Crescent Village Apartment HomesMirada - One Bedrooms with Loft1,162 Sq Ft$4,135
Santa Clara Square Apartment HomesPlan 221,143 Sq Ft$5,655
550 MorelandPlan 1D1,101 Sq Ft$4,779
Willow Creekwc_B1SR1,090 Sq Ft$3,130
EpicMajestic 11,044 Sq Ft$3,197
Redwood Place Apartment HomesPlan 141,024 Sq Ft$4,760
Levare1 Bed 1 Bath Flat + Den D999 Sq Ft$4,250
PasseroA7-D999 Sq Ft$4,286
Misora1 Bed 1 Bath + Den802 Sq Ft$3,727
Maxwell at BascomJourney 3672 Sq Ft$3,305

Cheapest Available Santa Clara 1 Bedroom Apartments

As of September 24, 2025 the lowest priced 1 Bedroom apartment unit in Santa Clara, CA is the 1Bedroom Model starting from $1,728 at Alvarado Park - 55+ Senior Housing in the South San Jose neighborhood. The second most affordable Santa Clara 1 Bedroom is the 4 Model at Miramar starting at $1,850 in the North San Jose neighborhood. The average price for all 1 Bedroom apartments in Santa Clara is currently $3,521. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available 1 Bedroom options in Santa Clara:

Apartment ListingModel NamePriced From
Alvarado Park - 55+ Senior Housing1Bedroom$1,728
Miramar4$1,850
Regency & LexingtonRegency - a50$1,923
Colonial House Apartments1 Bedroom$1,980
The Bungalows at Ahwanee1 Bedroom without Patio$1,988
1882 Amelia WayAmelia$2,000
Stonegate1x1$2,007
The Terrace ApartmentsJr 1 Bedroom$2,045
Willowbend ApartmentsA$2,135
1359 Reeve St Apartments1 Bedroom 1 Bath$2,150

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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.

Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Santa Clara, CA

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Among cities in California for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

2.5
Pet Friendly

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Getting Around Santa Clara, CA

Walk Score®

60 / 100

Somewhat Walkable

Some errands can be accomplished on foot

Bike Score®

69 / 100

Bikeable

Some bike infrastructure

Transit Score®

40 / 100

Some Transit

A few nearby public transportation options

What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?

  • Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
  • Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
  • Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.

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 Alvarado Park - 55+ Senior Housing listed at $1,728.

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 $3,521.

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 1,162 square feet unit starting from $4,135 at Crescent Village 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 548 sq ft.

Expert Rental Resources

Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

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How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

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Everything is a negotiation in real estate! 

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