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Highlights

  • Private patios or balconies
  • Laundry facility
  • Granite countertops
  • Energy-efficient appliances
  • Wood-style flooring
  • Beautifully landscaped grounds

Location

975 Boynton Ave, San Jose, CA 95117, USA|Blackford
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Management

Rutherford Management Company

Leasing office

(408) 399-2637

Open 

Friday 9:00 am–5:00 pm PT

Property Overview

Oliva Apartments receives a strong Zumper expert rating of 8.8, highlighting its excellent balance of price and value, reflected in a competitive price rating of 9.0. With notable features such as private patios, energy-efficient appliances, and beautifully landscaped grounds, it stands out for its high-quality amenities, location convenience, and overall tenant satisfaction. Additionally, the property has a trustworthiness rating of 7.0 and showcases an abundance of visuals, enhancing its appeal among potential renters.

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

Zumper Expert Rating

9.1
Excellent
Oliva Apartments is an excellent find, offering residents a superior living experience with a wide range of desirable features. Residents will particularly enjoy knowing that this property rated highest in Price and Amenities, which help to make this rental a great place to call home.

Things you’ll love

  • More space
  • Images Available
  • Laundry available on site

Floor plans

One Bedroom One Bath1 bed1 bath680 sqft$2,295 /mo
Two Bedroom One Bath2 bed1 bath860 sqft$2,647 /mo

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Amenities for Oliva Apartments

Apartment Amenities

Air ConditioningDual Pane Windows
Heater in Each RoomModern Finishes

Appliances

Electric Appliances

Building

Lounge AreaOnsite Laundry

Grounds

Barbecue Area

Other

Credit Card Payments Accepted
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

Applicants

Applicants

One-time.

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REQUIRED FEES

Security Deposit

One-time. Refundable.

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Building details

Property details

Year built1974
Units48
Lease terms3–12 months
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About Oliva Apartments

HomeApartments in San JoseBlackford Oliva Apartments

Discover Oliva Apartments, a thoughtfully designed community in West San Jose offering modern one- and two-bedroom homes at 975 Boynton Ave. Each apartment features energy-efficient appliances, wood-style flooring, granite countertops, and private patios or balconies to elevate your living experience. Community amenities include carport parking, a laundry facility, beautifully landscaped grounds, and convenient online rent payments. Located near Santana Row, Valley Fair, local dining and parks, Oliva provides the perfect balance of calm suburban comfort and Silicon Valley access.


Year Built: 1974

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.
9.1
/10
Excellent
Oliva Apartments is an excellent find, offering residents a superior living experience with a wide range of desirable features. Residents will particularly enjoy knowing that this property rated highest in Price and Amenities, which help to make this rental a great place to call home.
How we rated Oliva Apartments
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.
Oliva Apartments 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·9A 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.
Oliva Apartments goes above and beyond to provide sought-after conveniences and desirable perks, including barbecue area. Renters looking for popular or luxurious features will find them here—and for that reason, Oliva Apartments receives one of the highest amenities scores.
Location·9A score based on proximity and ease of access to shops, restaurants, schools, and public transportation while considering the desirability of the area.
Oliva Apartments is exceptional when it comes to location and conveniences. Communication with management or leasing staff is usually quick and easy and they often use advanced scheduling and communication tools to streamline the process. The location of this property offers easy access to popular points of interest in the area and options for getting around.
Quality·9A 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.
Oliva Apartments has a few standout characteristics that set it apart from similar properties nearby. Having both verified status and features that cater to discerning renters, this is a great option for renters looking for a specific and exceptional lifestyle.
Trustworthiness·7A 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.
Oliva Apartments provides some information about the features available in the community and its apartments, making it a reliable option for prospective renters. Renters should ask additional questions about amenities and non-negotiable items they are looking for.

Reviews from the web

Showing 5 highest rated

Under new management! Super responsive and very empathic. The most understanding landlord I have ever crossed paths with. The units are clean and modern with ample space and storage. The area is nice and super convenient with close by freeways.

Alysson Alfaro

Alysson Alfaro

Oct 01, 2023

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Jose Botello

Jose Botello

Oct 03, 2019

We’re sharing just 5 of many, sorted highest to lowest. Visit the Google business profile to view all reviews.

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 Oliva Apartments compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

More space
The 2-bedroom is 140 sqft larger than other listings nearby
Images Available
There are at least 10 photos of this address
Laundry available on site
Washers and dryers are available in-building or in-unit

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Rent trends in Blackford

1-bedroom apartments here are priced 1% lower than 1-bedrooms in Blackford.

If you decide to upgrade your space, you can expect 2-bedrooms at Oliva Apartments to be 9% less than the average for similarly sized apartments in Blackford.

Median rents as of Mar 21 2026.
Blackford
San Jose
A table of 1-bedroom apartment rental data trends in San Jose
MonthMedian Rent
April 2024$2,551
May 2024$2,579
June 2024$2,560
July 2024$2,620
August 2024$2,743
September 2024$2,703
October 2024$2,613
November 2024$2,628
December 2024$2,665
January 2025$2,715
February 2025$2,757
March 2025$2,743
April 2025$2,693
May 2025$2,663
June 2025$2,708
July 2025$2,742
August 2025$2,728
September 2025$2,729
October 2025$2,714
November 2025$2,677
December 2025$2,695
January 2026$2,658
February 2026$2,550
March 2026$2,748
A table of 1-bedroom apartment rental data trends in Blackford
MonthMedian Rent
May 2024$2,348
June 2024$2,329
July 2024$2,400
August 2024$2,340
October 2024$2,279
November 2024$2,254
December 2024$2,328
January 2025$2,615
February 2025$2,332
March 2025$2,315
April 2025$2,373
June 2025$2,395
July 2025$2,401
January 2026$2,295
February 2026$2,318
March 2026$2,346

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Bedrooms

Rent-to-income ratio

30%

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Recommended income

$91,800/yr

With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $91,800 annually to afford this 1-bedroom monthly rent price of $2,295.
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Schools near Oliva Apartments

Leroy Anderson Elementary School

4000 rhoda dr

san jose, CA, 95117

K-5Public
C+

George C. Payne Elementary School

3750 gleason ave

san jose, CA, 95130

K-5Public
A-

Easterbrook Discovery

4835 doyle rd

san jose, CA, 95129

K-8Public
A

Latimer Elementary School

4250 latimer ave

san jose, CA, 95130

K-8Public
A-

Country Lane Elementary School

5140 country ln

san jose, CA, 95129

K-5Public
A
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Getting around San Jose near 975 Boynton Ave

Walking

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

Driving

9/10
Commuting is easy with multiple accessible routes and plenty of parking.

Cycling

5/10
More spots are within biking distance and some roads are cyclist-friendly.

Transit

3/10
There are a few mass transit options within the area.

Points of interest for 975 Boynton Ave, San Jose

Groceries

6/10
At least one grocery store within a 15-minute walk

Shopping

7/10
Variety of shops within walking distance

Cafes

4/10
Few or no cafés within walking distance

Restaurants

6/10
Variety of restaurants within walking distance

Primary schools

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

High schools

9/10
At least one high school within a 10-minute walk

Parks

7/10
Moderate amount of park space nearby

Nightlife

3/10
Few or no bars within walking distance

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