
Top Rated Short Term Lease Apartments for Rent in San Jose, CA (120 Rentals)
Apartments in San Jose with the best features, newest construction, and richest amenities.
Rental terms in San Jose as short as a month! Perfect when you can't commit to a full year of renting.


The Fay San Jose

Miro

Atrium Garden

The Julian

Almaden Lake Village

One South Market

Exhibit at J Town Apartments

Foundry Commons

La Moraga Apartments

Village of Taxco

Silver

One Pearl Place

Bella Villagio

Museum Park

Rosewalk Apartment Homes

Terra House Apartments

The Lex

Avalon on the Alameda

Modera San Pedro Square

The Esplanade

ViO

Enclave

Rowe at Pear Village

Morgan Ranch Apartments

Revere Campbell

Anton Aspire

The Harlowe

The Hadley

Avalon Campbell

The Benton
San Jose, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in San Jose?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
---|---|---|---|
San Jose Studio Apartments | $3,055 | $1,234 | $10,000+ |
San Jose 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,522 | $920 | $10,000+ |
San Jose 2 Bedroom Apartments | $4,341 | $990 | $10,000+ |
San Jose 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,554 | $1,040 | $10,000+ |
San Jose 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,530 | $1,050 | $6,964 |
San Jose 5 Bedroom Apartments | $7,000 | $7,000 | $7,000 |
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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 Short-term San Jose Apartments
What is the Cheapest Short-term apartment in San Jose?
Currently the most affordable Short-term Apartment in San Jose is at Atrium Garden listed at $1,420.
How much is the average rent for a Short-term San Jose Apartment?
The average rent for a Short-term Apartment in San Jose is $3,656.
What is the largest Short-term San Jose Apartment for rent?
Today's Short-term apartment with the most square footage in San Jose is a 2,900 square feet unit starting from $2,956 at Santana Row.
What is the average size for San Jose Short-term Apartments for rent?
The average size for a Short-term rental in San Jose is currently at 718 sq ft.
Expert Rental Resources
Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips
The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

Renting Smart: Lease Basics Every Renter Needs
Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.
Often, in the excitement of finding a new place to live, there’s a rush to make it happen, and - too often - a new tenant signs a lease without reading it carefully.

Battling the Butts: Your Guide to the Reality of Smoke-Free Renting
Written by: Andrea Lee Negroni, JD
While many apartment buildings are “no smoking” properties, it’s hard to know exactly how many. In 2017, the National Apartment Association reported more than half of rental properties had smoke free policies.

Understanding Amenity Fees: Know Where You Might Be Able to Save Money
Written by: Amber Kanuckel
With the rising costs of housing, a lot of renters are asking this question: Is it possible to opt out of various amenities that your rental property offers so that you can avoid paying the fees.

How Your Move-In Inspection Can Protect Your Security Deposit
Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.
If you’re anything like most people, housing costs represent a huge chunk of your monthly budget. On top of that, moving can be both a stressful and expensive affair.