
According to rental site Zumper, median rents for a 1-bedroom in San Jose are hovering around $2,450. But how does the low-end pricing on a San Jose rental look these days—and what might you get for the price?
We took a look at local listings for studios and 1-bedroom apartments to find out what budget-minded apartment seekers can expect to find.
Read on for the cheapest listings available right now. (Note: prices and availability are subject to change.)
11841 Southwood Dr.
Then there's this 372-square-foot residence at 11841 Southwood Dr. in San Tomas - North, listed at $1,500 / month.
Amenities offered in the building include assigned parking. The unit has hardwood floors, stainless steel appliances and ample natural lighting.
(See the listing here.)
11730 Southwood Dr.
Listed at $1,600 / month, this 535-square-foot studio apartment is located at 11730 Southwood Dr. (at Latimer Avenue) in San Tomas - North.
In the bright unit, look for hardwood flooring and garden access. Unfortunately, pets are not allowed.
(Here's the listing.)
1895 Curtner Ave.
This 1-bedroom, 1-bathroom apartment, situated at 1895 Curtner Ave. in Cambrian Park, is listed for $1,700 / month.
In the unit, expect carpeted floors and good storage space. Sadly for pet owners, animals are not allowed. Amenities offered in the building include on-site laundry. Pets aren't allowed.
(See the listing here.)
466 N 13th St.
And here's a 1-bedroom, 1-bathroom apartment at 466 N 13th St. in San Jose - Northside, which, with 450 square feet, is going for $1,750 / month.
The building offers on-site laundry. The unit has hardwood floors and ample natural lighting.
(Check out the listing here.)
3226 Kimber Ct., #102
Over at 3226 Kimber Ct. in Cambrian Park, there's this 815-square-foot 1-bedroom, 1-bathroom condo, going for $1,795 / month. I
n the unit, the listing promises a private balcony, a dishwasher and a mix of carpeting and tile flooring. Pet owners, inquire elsewhere: this spot doesn't allow cats or dogs. The building features a swimming pool and outdoor space.
(View the listing here.)
4813 Clydelle Ave.
To round things out, there's this 480-square-foot 1-bedroom, 1-bathroom condo at 4813 Clydelle Ave. in Cambrian Park.
It's being listed for $1,900 / month. In the unit, you'll find hardwood flooring, stainless steel appliances, ceiling fans and ample natural lighting. Cats and dogs are not allowed.
(Here's the full listing.)
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