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San Jose Apartments
Last updated March 18 2024 at 3:55 PM

San Jose, CA
246 Apartments for Rent

San Jose Apartment Renter's Guide

Overview


Population: 1,021,795
Population Density: 5,746.6 people/sq mile
Median Age: 38
Percentage of Family Households: 71%
Median Annual Income: $126,377 / year
Median Rent: $2,328 / month

What locals are saying

Do you know the way to San Jose? I've been away so long. I may go wrong and lose my way. Do you know the way to San Jose? I'm going back to find some peace of mind in San Jose." (Burt Bacharach - Do You Know The Way").

It doesn’t take a Google search to find a crazy-cool city to call home in this state

San Jose Demographics


How diverse is San Jose?

The representation of ethnic minorities in San Jose is higher than the national average. The eight main ethnic groups that make up the population of San Jose are Asian (38.8%), Hispanic Or Latino (30.6%), White (22.6%), Two Or More (3.8%), Black Or African American (2.9%), Other (0.5%), Native Hawaiian Or Other Pacific Islander (0.5%), and American Indian Or Alaska Native (0.2%).

What does the age breakdown look like for San Jose residents?

The median age in San Jose is 38 while the most populous age group of residents is the under 20 group.

How diverse is San Jose?

The representation of ethnic minorities in San Jose is higher than the national average. The eight main ethnic groups that make up the population of San Jose are Asian (38.8%), Hispanic Or Latino (30.6%), White (22.6%), Two Or More (3.8%), Black Or African American (2.9%), Other (0.5%), Native Hawaiian Or Other Pacific Islander (0.5%), and American Indian Or Alaska Native (0.2%).

What does the age breakdown look like for San Jose residents?

The median age in San Jose is 38 while the most populous age group of residents is the under 20 group.

San Jose Crime


Overall Crime

Above Average
Overall crime in San Jose is above average in comparison to the national average.

Violent Crime

Above Average
The level of violent crime in San Jose is above average compared to the national average violent crime rate.

Property Crime

Above Average
The level of property crime in San Jose is above average compared to the national average property crime rate.

Top Schools in San Jose


Elementary Schools

9 /10
Northwood Elementary School
Public
K-5
Public
K-5
574 Students
15 Reviews
574
Students
15 Reviews
9 /10
Nelson S. Dilworth Elementary School
Public
K-5
Public
K-5
435 Students
17 Reviews
435
Students
17 Reviews
9 /10
John Muir Elementary School
Public
K-5
Public
K-5
354 Students
9 Reviews
354
Students
9 Reviews

Middle Schools

9 /10
Joaquin Miller Middle School
Public
6-8
Public
6-8
1,191 Students
19 Reviews
1,191
Students
19 Reviews
9 /10
Union Middle School
Public
6-8
Public
6-8
1,053 Students
23 Reviews
1,053
Students
23 Reviews
9 /10
University Preparatory Academy Charter
Charter
7-12
Charter
7-12
684 Students
23 Reviews
684
Students
23 Reviews

High Schools

10 /10
Lynbrook High School
Public
9-12
Public
9-12
1,880 Students
22 Reviews
1,880
Students
22 Reviews
9 /10
Piedmont Hills High School
Public
9-12
Public
9-12
2,058 Students
15 Reviews
2,058
Students
15 Reviews
9 /10
Evergreen Valley High School
Public
9-12
Public
9-12
2,961 Students
67 Reviews
2,961
Students
67 Reviews

What Renters Say about San Jose


Apartment List has released the results for San Jose from the third annual Apartment List Renter Satisfaction Survey. This survey, which drew on responses from over 45,000 renters nationwide, provides insight on what states and cities must do to meet the needs of the country’s 111 million renters.
"San Jose renters expressed general dissatisfaction with the city overall," according to Apartment List. "Some categories received average scores, and many received below average scores."
78%
Weather
69%
Parks and Outdoor Activities
60%
Jobs and Career Opportunities
55%
Social Life
53%
Pet Friendliness
45%
Public Transit
44%
Quality of Schools
35%
Safety and Crime Rate
33%
Commute Time
24%
Dating
16%
State and Local Taxes
4%
Affordability
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Average rent in San Jose, California

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The average rent for a 1 bedroom apartment in San Jose is $2,853, while the average rent for a 2 bedroom apartment is $3,465. Rent rates updated 4 days ago
* Averages are based on the rental prices of properties listed on Apartment List
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Find an apartment for rent in San Jose, CA


Searching for an apartment for rent in San Jose, CA? Look no further! Apartment List will help you find a perfect apartment near you. There are 246 available rental units listed on Apartment List in San Jose. Click on listings to see photos, floorplans, amenities, prices and availability, and much more!

The average rent in San Jose is $2,536 for a studio, $2,853 for a one-bedroom apartment, and $3,465 for a two-bedroom apartment. If you are looking for a deal, keep an eye out for a red pulsing icon that indicates rent specials.

Tired of browsing? Take our personalized quiz. You’ll answer a couple of simple questions and we’ll put together a list of San Jose apartments that are best for you. We’ll also factor in your commute, budget, and preferred amenities. Looking for a pet-friendly rental, or an apartment with in-unit washer and dryer? No problem, we’ll provide you with apartments that match that criteria.

You can trust Apartment List to help you find your next San Jose, CA apartment rental! After all, everyone deserves a home they love.

Frequently Asked Questions

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

How much is rent in San Jose?

In San Jose, the average rent is $2,536 for a studio, $2,853 for a 1-bedroom, $3,465 for a 2-bedroom, and $4,122 for a 3-bedroom. For more information on rental trends in San Jose, check out our monthly San Jose Rent Report.

How can I find a cheap apartment in San Jose?

You can filter cheap apartments in San Jose by price: under $1,400, under $1,600, under $1,800, under $2,000.

How can I find a pet-friendly apartment in San Jose?

You can use the pet-friendly filter to find San Jose apartments that allow pets.

How much should I pay for rent in San Jose?

The answer to this question depends on your household income and a couple of other factors. You can use our Rent Calculator to figure out how much you should spend on rent in San Jose.

How can I find off-campus housing in San Jose?

You can use the off-campus housing filters to find apartments near colleges located in or around San Jose. Some of the colleges and universities in the area include Samuel Merritt University, Laney College, College of Alameda, San Jose City College, and San Jose State University.