
1 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in Santa Clara, CA Under $3,000 (214 Rentals)


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Prado

Normandy Park

Valley Village Retirement Community

St. Anton Apartments

88 Saratoga Avenue Apartments

Greenpointe

Oakridge Apartments

La Palma Apartments

Lake Terrace Apartments
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Civic Plaza Apartments

Royal Ambassador Apartments

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Westwood Ambassador

Village Green Apartments

The Luxe

Royal Palms Apartments

Mission Hills Apartments

Tamarack Apartment Homes

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The Court Apartments

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Lawrence Road Apartments
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Flora Vista Apartments

Warburton Village Apartment

Solera Apartment Community

2217 Los Padres Boulevard

Station 101

Bassett Davis Apartments

Casa Santa Clara

Park Terrace

Lawrence Arms Apartments

2295 Anna Dr
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550 Moreland Way, Unit GO FL7-ID1253

3579 Agate Dr, Unit 09

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700 Agnew Rd, Unit SI FL2-ID2018

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906 Burbank Dr, Unit SI FL0-ID1487

3765 Tamarack Ln

El Camino

The Clairmont

515 Saratoga Ave

1678 Monroe St.

1359 Reeve St Apartments
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Gallatin Apartments

3771 Miramar Way

2392 Sutter Ave

Miramar

Paula Court Apartments

Oakbrook Apartments

Briarwood Garden Apartments

Agrihood Senior Community (Ages 55+)

1882 Amelia Way

Camino Del Rey Senior Apartment Homes
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Santa Clara, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Santa Clara?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Santa Clara Studio Apartments | $2,968 | $972 | $7,000 |
| Santa Clara 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,747 | $1,036 | $9,035 |
| Santa Clara 2 Bedroom Apartments | $4,753 | $1,233 | $10,000+ |
| Santa Clara 3 Bedroom Apartments | $6,045 | $1,460 | $10,000+ |
| Santa Clara 4 Bedroom Apartments | $5,705 | $4,516 | $6,539 |
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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 $3,747.
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 1,060 square feet unit starting from $3,245 at North Park 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 575 sq ft.
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A Local Expert's Guide to the Top 10 Best Affordable Neighborhoods for Renters in San Jose
Written by: Shannon Hilson
If you’ve spent much time in San Jose, you’ve likely heard it referred to as “the capital of Silicon Valley” a time or two, and with good reason. San Jose has it all when it comes to the modern California lifestyle and then some.

Beyond Campus: Finding Your Perfect San Jose Student Apartment and Neighborhood
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Sunny San Jose is so much more than just an incredible place to go to school, get an education, and prepare for the next chapter of your life.

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San Jose is absolutely one of those places where your zip code and your job eventually wind up in a very serious relationship.
Articles, How-To's, and Tips

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Pet-Friendly Renting: Everything You Need to Know Before You Move
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For so many of us, pets are the best companions and a big part of our lives. For this reason, a pet-friendly house or apartment is often a very important - and nonnegotiable - part of a move.

Creative Ways Developers Reimagine Retail Spaces as Residential Units
Written by: Robin Stewart
Adaptive reuse is when a commercial property is converted and repurposed. The real estate industry has embraced a growing number of these projects.

Neighborhood and Market Insights: How to Choose the Right Area to Rent
Written by: Robin Stewart
Apartment-hunting can be a gargantuan task. Renters have a wish list of items—some luxuries, some necessities—but finding what you seek in the right place is perhaps the most important part of the journey.