1 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in San Jose, CA (2,641 Rentals)

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San Jose, CA Local Guide

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San Jose 1 Bedroom Apartment Units with Current Availability by Neighborhood

Availability Confirmed As of: April 13, 2025

There are currently 49328 available 1 Bedroom apartment units from neighborhoods all over San Jose, CA that range in price from $945 to $19,643. North San Jose, Outer Santa Clara and South San Jose are the neighborhoods that currently have the most 1 Bedroom availability. Here is today's list of the top neighborhoods in San Jose with the most available 1 Bedroom apartments:

NeighborhoodAvailable UnitsMedian PriceMin Price
North San Jose574$3,433$1,500
Outer Santa Clara505$3,565$1,888
South San Jose423$2,933$945
Gavello Glen407$3,735$1,995
Braly Corners399$3,660$1,995
Raynor Park381$3,702$1,475
Panama Park377$3,702$1,475
Sunnyarts377$3,714$1,475
Whisman Station340$4,078$1,988
Triple El328$4,078$1,100

Largest Available San Jose 1 Bedroom Apartments

The largest available 1 Bedroom apartment unit in San Jose, CA is found at Centerra in the South San Jose neighborhood and is 1,552 square feet priced from $3,416. Crescent Village Apartment Homes in the North San Jose neighborhood has the second largest 1 Bedroom, which is sized at 1,460 square feet and currently listed start at $4,230. Here is today’s list of the largest available 1 Bedroom units in San Jose:

Apartment ListingModel NameSquare FootagePriced From
CenterraL/W-t-21,552 Sq Ft$3,416
Crescent Village Apartment HomesMirada - One Bedrooms1,460 Sq Ft$4,230
The MartinPenthouse 1P1,113 Sq Ft$8,000
Fountain PlazaOne Bedroom Loft A3th1,112 Sq Ft$3,001
North Park Apartment HomesThe Sycamores- One Bedrooms1,100 Sq Ft$2,805
Willow Creekwc_B1DR1,090 Sq Ft$3,143
AIREA291,069 Sq Ft$3,410
EpicMajestic 11,044 Sq Ft$3,261

Cheapest Available San Jose 1 Bedroom Apartments

As of April 13, 2025 the lowest priced 1 Bedroom apartment unit in San Jose, CA is the Building A Model starting from $1,460 at Village at Willow Glen in the South San Jose neighborhood. The second most affordable San Jose 1 Bedroom is the VT1B1BA Model at Vintage Tower starting at $1,605 . The average price for all 1 Bedroom apartments in San Jose is currently $3,518. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available 1 Bedroom options in San Jose:

Apartment ListingModel NamePriced From
Village at Willow GlenBuilding A$1,460
Vintage TowerVT1B1BA$1,605
The Dudley Apartments1 Bed 1 Bath$1,627
Villages at CupertinoStelling$1,704
875 Northrup St1 bed 1 bath$1,750
Hacienda Creek Senior Apartments1 Bed, 1 bath$1,759
Almaden1x1A$1,784
Orchard Glen1x1 Junior$1,816
Chapel Corner (55 & Older Senior Community)1 BED$1,850
Joseph ManorOne Bedroom One Bath$1,900

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San Jose Overview

Many people have been flocking to California Bay Area’s biggest city for the past 50 years and it only takes a moment to see all the reasons why. Nestled in the middle of Silicon Valley, the booming Tech Industry calls this area home, the sun shines over 250 days a year, and the beauty of all of California’s diverse landscapes are all within a few hours’ drive. Its residents are highly educated and culturally diverse and the city offers many opportunities for them to get out of their San Jose apartments and meet your neighbors from annual festivals to enjoying a day at the 170 acre Kelley Park. If you prefer not to drive, the Downtown area caters to those who would rather walk, bike, or ride the train or bus.

Why live in San Jose, CA?

San Jose is known for being at the leading edge of technology when the tech industry is in its Golden Age. Business is booming and the economy is growing so well that the city has dubbed itself the “Capital of Opportunity”. Young professionals will feel at home here with almost 40% of the population being between the ages of 20 and 40. And with a wide variety of options for homes and apartments in San Jose, finding the perfect place is a cinch.

San Jose, CA
Population: 1,030,119

Ranked #10

in US Census Population by City

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
San Jose, CA

Ranked #7

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 San Jose, CA

Walk Score®

68 / 100

Somewhat Walkable

Some errands can be accomplished on foot

Bike Score®

73 / 100

Very Bikeable

Biking is convenient for most trips

Transit Score®

48 / 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 San Jose Apartments

What is the Cheapest apartment in San Jose with 1 Bedroom?

Currently the most affordable 1 Bedroom in San Jose is at Village at Willow Glen listed at $1,460.

How much is the average rent for a 1 Bedroom San Jose Apartment?

The average rent for a 1 Bedroom Apartment in San Jose is $3,518.

What is the largest available 1 Bedroom San Jose Apartment for rent?

Today's apartment with the most square footage in San Jose is a 1,552 square feet unit starting from $3,416 at Centerra.

What is the average size for San Jose 1 Bedroom Apartments for rent?

The average size for a 1 Bedroom rental in San Jose is currently 802 sq ft.

Expert Rental Resources

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