1 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in Santa Clara, CA (1,114 Rentals)

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Santa Clara, CA Local Guide

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Largest Available Santa Clara 1 Bedroom Apartments

The largest available 1 Bedroom apartment unit in Santa Clara, CA is found at Crescent Village Apartment Homes in the North San Jose neighborhood and is 1,460 square feet priced from $4,170. The Martin has the second largest 1 Bedroom, which is sized at 1,113 square feet and currently listed start at $8,000. Here is today’s list of the largest available 1 Bedroom units in Santa Clara:

Apartment ListingModel NameSquare FootagePriced From
Crescent Village Apartment HomesMirada - One Bedrooms1,460 Sq Ft$4,170
The MartinPenthouse 1P1,113 Sq Ft$8,000
North Park Apartment HomesThe Sycamores- One Bedrooms1,100 Sq Ft$2,725
Willow Creekwc_B1PR1,090 Sq Ft$3,033
AIREA291,069 Sq Ft$3,494
The BentonPlan 1I1,052 Sq Ft$4,140
550 MorelandPlan 1E1,028 Sq Ft$3,807
Domain Apartments1x1 Townhome Large1,001 Sq Ft$3,061
Hartwood1 Bed/1 Bath-A11995 Sq Ft$4,875
Maxwell at BascomJourney 3566 Sq Ft$3,345

Cheapest Available Santa Clara 1 Bedroom Apartments

As of March 28, 2025 the lowest priced 1 Bedroom apartment unit in Santa Clara, CA is the 1 Bed 1 Bath Model starting from $1,627 at The Dudley Apartments in the South San Jose neighborhood. The second most affordable Santa Clara 1 Bedroom is the 1 Bedroom Model at Colonial House Apartments starting at $1,980 . The average price for all 1 Bedroom apartments in Santa Clara is currently $3,539. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available 1 Bedroom options in Santa Clara:

Apartment ListingModel NamePriced From
The Dudley Apartments1 Bed 1 Bath$1,627
Colonial House Apartments1 Bedroom$1,980
Bundy Ave1BR/1.0BA$1,985
The Bungalows at Ahwanee1 Bedroom without Patio$1,988
Tamarack Gardens1B/ 1B$1,995
Britton Park Apartments12$2,075
San Jule Apartments1 Bed, 1 bath$2,090
Bascom Holiday Apartments744 San Jule, Sunnyvale$2,090
Hamilton Plaza Apartments1 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom$2,095

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Santa Clara Overview

Santa Clara is a full-fledged city with abundant recreational and vacation facilities, a world-class stadium, shopping centers, media outlets, annual festivals, and living apartments scattered throughout its neighborhoods. Most apartments in Santa Clara are designed to facilitate socializing and cultural diversity among the residents, making the city conducive for almost everyone.

Why live in Santa Clara, CA?

Santa Clara is one of the best cities to live in because it has an unemployment rate standing at approximately 5.0 percent, which correlates with low crime rates and improved living standards among the inhabitants. There are plenty of top-notch schools, recreational activities, and cultural museums that make it a popular tourist destination to be proud of. The U.S. 101 highway traverses the city, connecting the residents with their relatives living in other cities throughout the country.

Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Santa Clara, CA

Ranked #30

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 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 The Dudley Apartments listed at $1,627.

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 $3,539.

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 1,460 square feet unit starting from $4,170 at Crescent Village Apartment Homes.

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 658 sq ft.

Expert Rental Resources

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