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Highlights

  • Pet Friendly
  • Dishwasher
  • New appliances
  • Spacious apartment
  • Granite countertop
  • Large walk in closet
  • Gas cooking range

Location

2144 Royal Drive #6, Santa Clara, CA 95050, USA
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Leasing office

(844) 325-1106 ext. 8555

Property Overview

Royal Drive earns a strong overall impression with an 8.6 Zumper Expert Rating, supported by excellent value, standout amenities, and a convenient location. It features a dishwasher, new appliances, a spacious apartment, granite countertop, large walk-in closet, and gas cooking range, plus 21 photos, nearby outdoor spaces, and pet-friendly conveniences such as dog parks, grooming, and supply stores.

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

8.6
Very Good
With a solid 8.6 out of 10 overall, Royal Drive is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, Royal Drive has a number of attractive features—namely its Price— so you can be assured your rent will come with a high standard of living.

Things you’ll love

  • Elementary school nearby
  • Dishwasher
  • Images Available

Great for

  • Pet owners

Floor plans

unit1 bed1 bath600 sqft$2,595 /mo

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Amenities for Royal Drive

Apartment Amenities

Air ConditioningCentral Heat
Hardwood FloorWalk-in Closet

Appliances

DishwasherIn-Unit Laundry

Building

Cats OKDogs OK

Grounds

Assigned ParkingOutdoor Space
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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Parking Policy

Assigned Parking

Dog Policy

Allowed

Cat Policy

Allowed

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About Royal Drive

HomeApartments in Santa Clara Royal Drive

Move in early bonus. Experience the pinnacle of comfort at incomparably affordable prices. Royal Drive residents may not only enjoy premium-tier living within their spacious apartment; with only a few minutes' walk to Santa Clara Town Center, the location grants unmatched accessibility to shopping and dining on El Camino Real. Enjoy a one-of-a-kind living experience at Royal: a home that truly lives up to its name. Minutes' drive to Nvidia, Apple, Intel and many other top Silicon Valley employers! Easy access to San Tomas Expy, 101, 280, 880. Close to Santana Row, Santa Clara University and downtown San Jose. - Plenty of NATURAL LIGHT - CLEAN, BRIGHT AND SPACIOUS - REMODELED kitchen, granite countertop - New appliances, dishwasher - Gas cooking range available - REMODELED bathroom - Washer dryer combo unit - Whole house AC and heat - Large walk in closet - walk to park - PETS FRIENDLY, breed and size restrictions apply, no pet rent - $70 water and garbage fees Walk to Warburton Park and Pool Short drive to many entertainment in Santa Clara area


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.
8.6
/10
Very Good
With a solid 8.6 out of 10 overall, Royal Drive is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, Royal Drive has a number of attractive features—namely its Price— so you can be assured your rent will come with a high standard of living.
How we rated Royal Drive
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.
Royal Drive 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.
Royal Drive goes above and beyond to provide sought-after conveniences and desirable perks, including assigned parking. Renters looking for popular or luxurious features will find them here—and for that reason, Royal Drive 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.
Royal Drive 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·6A 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.
While Royal Drive does not have many hallmark characteristics to highlight, it has some qualities and features that will resonate with a broad range of renters.
Trustworthiness·8A 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.
The level of transparency this property provides distinguishes it as a great rental. With a high attention to detail and desirable features, renters can be sure they will get an accurate picture of their potential new home.

Royal Drive is great for:

Pet owners

  • Outdoor spaces are available at this property
  • 4 pet grooming services nearby
  • 2 dog parks within 1 mile
  • 5 pet supply stores near the property

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 Royal Drive compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

Elementary school nearby
There is an elementary school 0.2 mile away
Dishwasher
Dishwasher available in kitchen
Images Available
There are at least 10 photos of this address
Outdoor space
Easy access to the outdoors
Walk-in closet
More closet space on average

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Rent trends in Santa Clara

1-bedroom apartments at Royal Drive cost about 17% less than the average rent price for 1-bedroom apartments in Santa Clara.

Median rents as of Jun 13 2026.
Santa Clara
A table of studio rental data trends in Santa Clara
MonthMedian Rent
June 2024$1,995
July 2024$2,737
August 2024$2,995
September 2024$2,856
October 2024$2,780
November 2024$3,100
December 2024$3,092
January 2025$2,070
February 2025$2,117
March 2025$2,887
April 2025$3,135
May 2025$3,127
June 2025$3,152
July 2025$3,155
August 2025$2,632
September 2025$2,723
October 2025$2,675
November 2025$2,124
December 2025$2,941
January 2026$1,991
February 2026$1,985
March 2026$2,051
April 2026$606
May 2026$1,129
June 2026$1,885

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Can I afford to live at 2144 Royal Drive #6?

Bedrooms

1 bedroom

Rent-to-income ratio

30%

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The general rule of thumb is to spend around 30% or less of your income on rent.
Recommended income

$103,800/yr

With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $103,800 annually to afford this 1-bedroom monthly rent price of $2,595.
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Schools near Royal Drive

Scott Lane Elementary School

1925 scott blvd

santa clara, CA, 95050

K-5Public
B-

Bowers Elementary School

2755 barkley ave

santa clara, CA, 95051

K-5Public
A-

Wilson Alternative School

1840 benton st

santa clara, CA, 95050

K-12Public
B+

C.W. Haman Elementary School

865 los padres blvd

santa clara, CA, 95050

K-5Public
A-

Bracher Elementary School

2700 chromite dr

santa clara, CA, 95051

K-5Public
A-
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Neighborhood

NEIGHBORHOOD VIBE
Peaceful and quiet
Noise-canceling headphones not required in this mostly noise free area.

Getting around Santa Clara near 2144 Royal Drive #6

Walking

5/10
Some shops and stores are within a few minutes.

Driving

8/10
Commuting is easy with multiple accessible routes and plenty of parking.

Cycling

7/10
Peddling isn’t a problem with cyclist-friendly streets and bikeable destinations.

Transit

4/10
There are a few mass transit options within the area.

Points of interest for 2144 Royal Drive #6, Santa Clara

Groceries

7/10
At least one grocery store within a 15-minute walk

Shopping

6/10
Variety of shops within walking distance

Cafes

5/10
Some cafés within walking distance

Restaurants

6/10
Variety of restaurants within walking distance

Primary schools

9/10
At least one elementary school within a 5-minute walk

High schools

8/10
At least one high school within a 20-minute walk

Parks

6/10
Moderate amount of park space nearby

Nightlife

2/10
Few or no bars within walking distance

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