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Apartments for rent in San Jose: What will $1,800 get you?

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Published on February 20, 2020
Apartments for rent in San Jose: What will $1,800 get you?394 Boynton Ave. | Photos: Zumper

Curious just how far your dollar goes in San Jose?

We've rounded up the latest places for rent via rental sites Zumper and Apartment Guide to get a sense of what to expect when it comes to scoring apartment rentals in San Jose if you don't want to spend more than $1,800/month on rent.

Read on for the listings. (Note: Prices and availability are subject to change.)

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394 Boynton Ave. (Winchester North)

Photo: Zumper

Listed at $1,725/month, this 400-square-foot studio apartment is located at 394 Boynton Ave.

The unit has a balcony and both air conditioning and central heating. Building amenities include garage parking, a gym, a swimming pool and on-site laundry. Neither cats nor dogs are allowed.

According to Walk Score's assessment, this location is moderately walkable, is convenient for biking and has some transit options.

(See the complete listing here.)

5255 Camden Ave. (Cambrian Park)

Photo: Apartment Guide
Photo: Apartment Guide

Next, there's this one-bedroom, one-bathroom apartment located at 5255 Camden Ave. It's also listed for $1,725/month for its 511 square feet.

The building boasts secured entry, on-site laundry and assigned parking. In the unit, you'll find a mix of hardwood floors and carpeting and a dishwasher. Animals are not welcome.

According to Walk Score's assessment, this location is moderately walkable, has some bike infrastructure and has a few nearby public transportation options.

(Check out the complete listing here.)

435 S. Sixth St. (Downtown)

Photo: Zumper
Photo: Zumper

Check out this 500-square-foot one-bedroom, one-bathroom apartment that's located at 435 S. Sixth St. It's listed for $1,795/month.

You can expect to find hardwood flooring in the apartment. Pets are not welcome. The rental doesn't require a leasing fee.

According to Walk Score, the surrounding area is extremely walkable, is a "biker's paradise" and boasts excellent transit options.

(Check out the complete listing here.)

516 Martha St. (Fairgrounds)

Photo: Zumper
Photo: Zumper

Located at 516 Martha St., here's a 448-square-foot one-bedroom, one-bathroom residence that's listed for $1,800/month.

Expect to find carpeted floors and high ceilings in the residence. When it comes to building amenities, expect secured entry, assigned parking and a swimming pool. Pet owners, inquire elsewhere: This spot doesn't allow cats or dogs. There's no leasing fee required for this rental.

Per Walk Score ratings, the surrounding area is quite walkable, is great for biking and has a few nearby public transportation options.

(See the complete listing here.)

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