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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 Main St Cupertino Lofts in the Rancho Rinconada neighborhood and is 1,513 square feet priced from $4,928. 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 $5,810. Here is today’s list of the largest available 1 Bedroom units in Santa Clara:

Apartment ListingModel NameSquare FootagePriced From
Main St Cupertino LoftsLIVE WORK LOFT H1,513 Sq Ft$4,928
Santa Clara Square Apartment HomesPlan 221,143 Sq Ft$5,810
The MartinPenthouse 1P1,113 Sq Ft$8,000
North Park Apartment HomesThe Sycamores- One Bedrooms1,100 Sq Ft$2,990
Willow Creekwc_B1DR1,090 Sq Ft$3,695
Vista 99Two Bed B1 with Master Balcony1,072 Sq Ft$3,966
Crescent Village Apartment HomesTesoro - One Bedrooms with Loft1,070 Sq Ft$3,600
EpicMajestic 11,044 Sq Ft$3,409
SofiaNatalia (1x1 plus den)1,032 Sq Ft$4,260
Monticello Apartment HomesPlan 151,022 Sq Ft$4,620

Cheapest Available Santa Clara 1 Bedroom Apartments

As of July 09, 2025 the lowest priced 1 Bedroom apartment unit in Santa Clara, CA is the 1 Bed 1 Bath Model starting from $1,627 at The Dudley Apartments in the South San Jose neighborhood. The second most affordable Santa Clara 1 Bedroom is the 850 Calderon, MV Model at Bascom Holiday Apartments starting at $1,960 . The average price for all 1 Bedroom apartments in Santa Clara is currently $3,648. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available 1 Bedroom options in Santa Clara:

Apartment ListingModel NamePriced From
The Dudley Apartments1 Bed 1 Bath$1,627
Bascom Holiday Apartments850 Calderon, MV$1,960
Colonial House Apartments1 Bedroom$1,980
The Bungalows at Ahwanee1 Bedroom without Patio$1,988
David Avenuea60$1,995
Belaire Apts, Santa Clara1 Bed 1 Bath$2,050
4775 Atherton Ave1 Bed 1 Bath$2,095
Coffeetree ApartmentsRemodeled Junior One Bedroom$2,100
North Colonial House1B/1BA$2,100

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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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Santa Clara, CA

Ranked #24

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

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  • 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 The Dudley Apartments listed at $1,627.

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 $3,648.

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 1,513 square feet unit starting from $4,928 at Main St Cupertino Lofts.

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 796 sq ft.

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