1 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in San Jose, CA (2,622 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: March 03, 2025

There are currently 2316002 available 1 Bedroom apartment units from neighborhoods all over San Jose, CA that range in price from $945 to $12,982. South San Jose, St Leos and Lakehouse 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
South San Jose25130$2,933$945
St Leos17795$3,147$945
Lakehouse17678$3,130$945
Sunol Midtown16618$3,093$945
Park Lorraine16491$3,041$945
Auzerais Josefa16464$3,045$945
Hannah Gregory15979$2,997$945
Drake Fuller15837$3,005$945
Garden Alameda15395$3,053$945
Broadway Palmhaven15367$2,988$945

Largest Available San Jose 1 Bedroom Apartments

The largest available 1 Bedroom apartment unit in San Jose, CA is found at Miro in the South San Jose neighborhood and is 1,520 square feet priced from $5,700. 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 $4,260. Here is today’s list of the largest available 1 Bedroom units in San Jose:

Apartment ListingModel NameSquare FootagePriced From
MiroPenthouse 71,520 Sq Ft$5,700
Crescent Village Apartment HomesMirada - One Bedrooms1,460 Sq Ft$4,260
13845 Saratoga Ave, Saratoga1 Bed 1 Bath1,324 Sq Ft$2,850
Fountain PlazaOne Bedroom Loft A3th1,112 Sq Ft$3,087
North Park Apartment HomesThe Sycamores- One Bedrooms1,100 Sq Ft$2,835
Willow Creekwc_B1PR1,090 Sq Ft$3,033
AIREA291,069 Sq Ft$3,558
Centerrab131,069 Sq Ft$4,302
The HadleyPlan 1T1,037 Sq Ft$5,003
Maxwell at BascomJourney 3566 Sq Ft$3,300

Cheapest Available San Jose 1 Bedroom Apartments

As of March 03, 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 1 Bedroom 1 Bath Model at Villa de Guadalupe starting at $1,521 . The average price for all 1 Bedroom apartments in San Jose is currently $3,470. 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
Villa de Guadalupe1 Bedroom 1 Bath$1,521
The Dudley Apartments1 Bed 1 Bath$1,627
Villages at CupertinoStelling$1,704
Vintage TowerVT1B1BB$1,721
875 Northrup St1 bed 1 bath$1,750
Hacienda Creek Senior Apartments1 Bed, 1 bath$1,759
Chapel Corner (55 & Older Senior Community)1 BED$1,850
Victoria Gardenstop floor$1,895
Morgan Hill Senior Housing - Specials1-BR$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 #8

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 $3,470.

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 1,520 square feet unit starting from $5,700 at Miro.

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 786 sq ft.

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