Studio Apartments for Rent in San Jose, CA (554 Rentals)

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San Jose, CA Local Guide

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San Jose Studio Apartment Units with Current Availability by Neighborhood

Availability Confirmed As of: March 03, 2025

There are currently 665856 available Studio apartment units from neighborhoods all over San Jose, CA that range in price from $1,200 to $10,000. South San Jose, St Leos and Lakehouse are the neighborhoods that currently have the most Studio availability. Here is today's list of the top neighborhoods in San Jose with the most available Studio apartments:

NeighborhoodAvailable UnitsMedian PriceMin Price
South San Jose6998$2,490$1,200
St Leos6047$2,638$1,200
Lakehouse5987$2,650$1,200
Sunol Midtown5986$2,603$1,200
Auzerais Josefa5926$2,611$1,200
Park Lorraine5892$2,614$1,200
Hannah Gregory5863$2,576$1,200
Drake Fuller5803$2,588$1,200
Broadway Palmhaven5712$2,573$1,200
Avis5600$2,535$1,200

Largest Available San Jose Studio Apartments

The largest available Studio apartment unit in San Jose, CA is found at Monticello Apartment Homes in the North San Jose neighborhood and is 977 square feet priced from $3,470. 481 On Mathilda has the second largest Studio, which is sized at 823 square feet and currently listed start at $3,815. Here is today’s list of the largest available Studio units in San Jose:

Apartment ListingModel NameSquare FootagePriced From
Monticello Apartment HomesPlan 02977 Sq Ft$3,470
481 On Mathilda4m.SA1823 Sq Ft$3,815
Encasa0x1b811 Sq Ft$3,336
Rowe at Pear Village1A692 Sq Ft$3,640
River View Apartment HomesRiver View V - Plan B687 Sq Ft$3,665
The JamesS02654 Sq Ft$2,599
Sixth and JacksonPlan SB652 Sq Ft$3,074
The HadleyStudio B644 Sq Ft$3,631
The ClaraSTUDIO B6644 Sq Ft$3,771
MiroS4642 Sq Ft$3,224

Cheapest Available San Jose Studio Apartments

As of March 03, 2025 the lowest priced Studio apartment unit in San Jose, CA is the Studio Model starting from $1,234 at Page Street Studios in the South San Jose neighborhood. The second most affordable San Jose Studio is the Studio Model at Parkside Studios starting at $1,235 in the North San Jose neighborhood. The average price for all Studio apartments in San Jose is currently $2,959. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available Studio options in San Jose:

Apartment ListingModel NamePriced From
Page Street StudiosStudio$1,234
Parkside StudiosStudio$1,235
The Kelsey Ayer Station50% AMI Studio$1,566
St. Anton ApartmentsS2$1,567
Virginia Street StudiosStudio$1,600
Borregas Court ApartmentsStudio C$1,612
Park West ApartmentsStudio$1,700
Sands Studio Apartments0x1$1,725
1630 Ottawa CourtStudio$1,750
Thornbridge ApartmentsThe Bridgescape$1,795

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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 Studio San Jose Apartments

What is the Cheapest apartment in San Jose with Studio?

Currently the most affordable Studio in San Jose is at Page Street Studios listed at $1,234.

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

The average rent for a Studio Apartment in San Jose is $2,959.

What is the largest available Studio San Jose Apartment for rent?

Today's apartment with the most square footage in San Jose is a 977 square feet unit starting from $3,470 at Monticello Apartment Homes.

What is the average size for San Jose Studio Apartments for rent?

The average size for a Studio rental in San Jose is currently 400 sq ft.

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