
Top Rated 1 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in Santa Clara, CA (164 Rentals)


The Lafayette

AVE Santa Clara

Alba

The Benton

Monticello Apartment Homes
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River Terrace

Domicilio

Santa Clara Square Apartment Homes

Boardwalk

Mainline North | Affordable Apartments

Mylo Santa Clara
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550 Moreland

Park Central

Villa Granada

Bella Vista

Alderwood

The Court Apartments

Carlyle

Marina Cove

Mansion Grove

Catalina Luxury Apartments
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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 |
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Santa Clara Studio Apartments | $2,893 | $1,200 | $6,046 |
Santa Clara 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,470 | $1,395 | $10,000+ |
Santa Clara 2 Bedroom Apartments | $4,361 | $2,230 | $10,000+ |
Santa Clara 3 Bedroom Apartments | $5,502 | $3,150 | $10,000+ |
Santa Clara 4 Bedroom Apartments | $6,081 | $5,395 | $6,752 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleSanta Clara, CA
Ranked #30
Among cities in California for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
2.5Pet 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 Mainline North | Affordable Apartments listed at $1,825.
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 $3,470.
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 1,357 square feet unit starting from $3,567 at Lawrence Station.
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 532 sq ft.
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