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Highlights

  • Rent Special
  • Pet Friendly
  • Fitness center
  • Recreation room
  • Caltrain
  • Enclosed dog park with agility area
  • Daily conveniences

Location

1432 W San Carlos St, San Jose, CA 95126, USA|Buena Vista
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Management

Essex Property Trust, Inc

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Leasing office

(408) 317-4220

Open 

9:00 am–6:00 pm PT

Property Overview

Meridian at Midtown is a highly-rated property with an impressive overall Zumper score of 9.9, reflecting its outstanding amenities, location, and quality of life. It features exceptional on-site facilities such as a fitness center, recreation room, and an enclosed dog park, catering to pet owners and active lifestyles. With a competitive pricing strategy that falls within the 87.5 percentile for value, it provides an ideal living environment, supported by its trustworthiness in management and transparency.

This summary uses Zumper’s proprietary data. “Zumper Expert Ratings,” “Things you’ll love,” and “Great for” are based on our internal analyses of market trends and renter insights.

Zumper Expert Rating

9.9
Excellent
With an impressive overall rating of 9.9 out of 10, Meridian at Midtown is one of the top properties in Buena Vista. It stands out for Price, Amenities, and Location, so residents can expect their monthly rent payments to give them elevated features, an exceptional standard of living, and a phenomenal experience.

Things you’ll love

  • Less expensive
  • More space
  • Elevator

Great for

  • Pet owners
  • Work-from-home
  • Wellness

Floor plans

A3Studio1 bath557 sqft$2,487 /mo1 unit available
A1Studio1 bath599 sqft$2,547 /mo1 unit available
B11 bed1 bath658 sqft$2,667 /mo1 unit available
B21 bed1 bath737+ sqft$2,717–$2,899 /mo3 units available
C12 bed2 bath867+ sqft$3,239–$3,289 /mo2 units available
C32 bed2 bath1,143 sqft$3,427 /mo1 unit available
C22 bed2 bath1,039 sqft$3,459 /mo1 unit available
C92 bed2 bath1,209 sqft$3,667 /mo1 unit available
C42 bed2 bath1,078 sqft$3,689 /mo1 unit available

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Amenities for Meridian at Midtown

Tech

Wireless Internet

Building

Cats OKClubhouse
Controlled AccessDogs OK
ElevatorFitness Center
Onsite RetailRecreation Room
Residents LoungeSmoke-free

Grounds

Assigned ParkingBarbecue Area
Dog ParkOutdoor Space
Picnic AreaPlayground
StorageSwimming Pool

Services

Airbnb Friendly CommunityOn-Site Maintenance

Other

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Units, floor plans, amenities, dimensions, details, availability, and prices may be approximate and subject to change. Please contact a community representative for more information.

Policies and fees

Dog policy

Allowed 
Deposit$500
Monthly Rent$75

Cat policy

Allowed 
Deposit$500
Monthly Rent$50

Pets must be spayed/neutered.

Required one-time fees

Application Fee$48
Building details

Property details

Units218
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About Meridian at Midtown

HomeApartments in San JoseBuena Vista Meridian at Midtown

We offer Self-Guided Tours by Appointment Only. Located in the Midtown district of San Jose, CA and surrounded by daily conveniences, Meridian at Midtown apartments are the perfect place to call home in the Silicon Valley. Step inside one of our studio, one-, or two-bedroom apartment homes, and experience our signature combination of urban elegance and rustic sensibility. Each of our apartment homes for rent features a smart layout, sleek cabinetry and countertops, and an in-unit washer and dryer. With 14 different floor plans to choose from, you’re sure to find the one that’s just right for you. Around our community, you can relax in our recreation room, soak up some sun by the pool, or get moving in our fitness center. Even pets will enjoy amenities such as our enclosed dog park with agility area. Just outside your door, enjoy ground-floor conveniences like Starbucks and neighborhood favorite brunch spot, The Breakfast Club at Midtown. Venture farther to shop Santana Row or cheer on the San Jose Sharks at the SAP Center. Perhaps best of all is our convenient central location, minutes from Caltrain and the VTA Light Rail and close to major commute routes on highways 87, 17, I-880, and I-280–putting all of Silicon Valley within easy reach. Price reflected is base rent and does not include mandatory or optional fees. Detailed fee information and fee schedules can be found on the community's Leasing Info page on our Essex website.


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Zumper Expert Rating

Our expert rating is based on a weighted average score of property attributes that renters care about most: price, amenities, location, quality, and trust.
9.9
/10
Excellent
With an impressive overall rating of 9.9 out of 10, Meridian at Midtown is one of the top properties in Buena Vista. It stands out for Price, Amenities, and Location, so residents can expect their monthly rent payments to give them elevated features, an exceptional standard of living, and a phenomenal experience.
How we rated Meridian at Midtown
Price·10A score that weighs the cost and location of the property, which we calculate by comparing rent prices of recent units to the median price of nearby rentals, adjusting for overall quality and features.
Meridian at Midtown offers an excellent balance between price and value. It's priced competitively for its amenities, location, and other key features. Compared to the median price per bedroom in the area, this property is less than, or about the same as, nearby rentals, so residents can expect great value without too many compromises on their desired standard of living.
Amenities·10A score based on the amenities offered at this property compared to other rentals in the area. We consider the quantity, quality, and popularity of features both on site and within the units.
Meridian at Midtown stands out as a premier property with an impressive array of amenities and an excellent standard of living. Residents here have access to many of the most popular and desired perks—pets allowed—making this one of the top choices for renters seeking unparalleled comfort and convenience.
Location·10A score based on proximity and ease of access to shops, restaurants, schools, and public transportation while considering the desirability of the area.
Meridian at Midtown offers residents unparalleled convenience to popular points of interest, transportation, schools, and more, which provide an elevated quality of life. Communication with management is usually quick and easy, allowing for a more expedited application and renting process, saving you time and money.
Quality·10A score based on what makes the property stand out, such as luxury features, unique offerings, age of the building, and our ability to verify the accuracy of these details.
Meridian at Midtown has notable characteristics that give it an edge. It is a verified property that stands out from others nearby as an exceptional choice for renters looking for a specific lifestyle. Offering a combination of prestige, modernity, and tailored living experiences, residents can expect nothing short of excellence at Meridian at Midtown.
Trustworthiness·9A score based on the accuracy, completeness, recency, and usefulness of the information provided by this property, so you can trust that what you see is what you get.
Meridian at Midtown has gone above and beyond to craft a useful, detailed description, demonstrating transparency and trustworthiness, and giving renters a clear picture of what to expect from the property and its management, so they can make an informed decision about whether the rental meets their needs.

Reviews from the web

Showing 8 highest rated

Lived here for 3 years so far and it's been a pleasure. The management is constantly working to improve their already great service. The units are beautiful and maintenance requests are handled quickly. Nothing bad to say at all!

Elon Bauer

Elon Bauer

May 23, 2018

Looking for a apartment during COVID was a bit stressful, after touring a couple of apartments we came across Meridian at Midtown. Aside from the amenities, we immediately knew this was “it”. Desiree was so welcoming since we stepped in, although we did a self-guides tour she made sure she was as informative as possible and answered all our questions or concerns. The application & move in process was very smooth and fast!! I love our apartment & shout out to Desiree!

Desiree Jimenez

Desiree Jimenez

Jun 05, 2020

We’re sharing just 8 of many, sorted highest to lowest. Visit the Google business profile to view all reviews.

Meridian at Midtown is great for:

Pet owners

  • Outdoor spaces are available at this property
  • 2 dog parks within 1 mile
  • 3 pet grooming services nearby
  • 2 pet hospitals in the area

Work-from-home

  • High speed internet is an amenity
  • Common areas for meetings or remote work
  • Utilities included in the rent
  • Large windows for natural lighting

Wellness

  • On-site fitness center or gym
  • Ample windows and natural lighting
  • HVAC systems available onsite
  • On-site pool or spa

Property highlights

We compared every listing in the surrounding area to determine which amenities are most common. If a building lacks an amenity that most others in the area have, it is a con. If a building has an amenity most others in the area do not, it is a pro. Similarly, price, schools, and size are calculated relative to the size, price, and distance to schools of the other properties nearby.

How Meridian at Midtown compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

Less expensive
Studio units are cheaper than other similar listings nearby
More space
Studio is 57 sqft larger than other listings nearby
Elevator
Improved accessibility features
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Walk-in closet
More closet space on average

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Rent trends in Buena Vista

Studio apartments at Meridian at Midtown cost about 1% more than the average rent price for studios in Buena Vista.

1-bedroom apartments here are priced 5% lower than 1-bedrooms in Buena Vista.

If you decide to upgrade your space, you can expect 2-bedrooms at Meridian at Midtown to be 2% more than the average for similarly sized apartments in Buena Vista.

Median rents as of Sep 27 2025.
Buena Vista
San Jose
A table of studio rental data trends in San Jose
MonthMedian Rent
October 2023$2,309
November 2023$2,271
December 2023$2,201
January 2024$2,238
February 2024$2,082
March 2024$2,270
April 2024$2,320
May 2024$2,404
June 2024$2,311
July 2024$2,385
August 2024$2,402
September 2024$2,358
October 2024$2,264
November 2024$2,332
December 2024$2,366
January 2025$2,400
February 2025$2,393
March 2025$2,373
April 2025$2,355
May 2025$2,387
June 2025$2,383
July 2025$2,437
August 2025$2,462
September 2025$2,462
A table of studio rental data trends in Buena Vista
MonthMedian Rent
December 2023$2,279
April 2024$2,384
May 2025$2,541
June 2025$2,512
July 2025$2,468
August 2025$2,483
September 2025$2,462

Affordability calculator

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Rent-to-income ratio

30%

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$100,680/yr

With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $100,680 annually to afford this studio median monthly rent price of $2,517.
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Schools near Meridian at Midtown

Merritt Trace Elementary School

651 dana ave

san jose, CA, 95126

K-5Public
B-

Liberty High (Alternative)

4849 pearl ave

san jose, CA, 95136

3-12Public
B-
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Getting around San Jose near 1432 W San Carlos St

Walking

7/10
Grab your reusable bags–many shops and stores are within walking distance.

Driving

10/10
Commuting is easy with multiple accessible routes and plenty of parking.

Cycling

6/10
Peddling isn’t a problem with cyclist-friendly streets and bikeable destinations.

Transit

7/10
Popular public transit options are just a short walk from this location.

Points of interest for 1432 W San Carlos St, San Jose

Groceries

9/10
At least one grocery store within a few minutes' walk

Shopping

8/10
Variety of shops within a few minutes' walk

Cafes

6/10
Some cafés within walking distance

Restaurants

7/10
Variety of restaurants within walking distance

Primary schools

8/10
At least one elementary school within a 10-minute walk

High schools

7/10
At least one high school within a 20-minute walk

Parks

7/10
Moderate amount of park space nearby

Nightlife

5/10
Some bars within walking distance

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