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Highlights

  • Central heating
  • Beautifully remodeled
  • Large living room
  • Freshly landscaped front & backyard
  • Updated kitchen and bath
  • New flooring throughout

Location

480 Westlake Dr, San Jose, CA 95117, USA|Northlake
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Management

Metrovo Inc

Leasing office

(844) 326-7293 ext. 3988

Open 

Monday 7:00 am–6:00 pm PT

Property Overview

480 Westlake Drive offers a strong mix of value and convenience, with an 8.4 expert rating, a 9 for price, and a 9 for location. Its remodeled interiors, updated kitchen and bath, new flooring, central heating, and freshly landscaped front and backyard add to its appeal, while standout value per square foot and proximity to a top-rated high school further support its overall strength.

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

8.4
Very Good
With a solid 8.4 out of 10 overall, 480 Westlake Drive is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Trustworthiness, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, 480 Westlake 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

  • More space
  • High school nearby

Floor plans

2 Bedrooms, 1 Bathroom2 bed1 bath1,000 sqft$2,750 /mo

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Amenities for 480 Westlake Drive

Apartment Amenities

Newly Remodeled
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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Dog Policy

Not allowed

Cat Policy

Not allowed

No pets allowed.

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Building details

Property details

Units2
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About 480 Westlake Drive

HomeApartments in San JoseNorthlake 480 Westlake Drive

Beautifully remodeled 2 bed + 1 bathroom available for rent immediately. Very large living room, updated kitchen and bath, new flooring throughout and central heating. Freshly landscaped front & backyard perfect for entertaining and enjoying California summers with lots of privacy. This backyard is an entertainer's dream.


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.
8.4
/10
Very Good
With a solid 8.4 out of 10 overall, 480 Westlake Drive is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Trustworthiness, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, 480 Westlake 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 480 Westlake Drive
Price·9A 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.
480 Westlake Drive stands out with a remarkable rating of 9/10 for its cost per bedroom compared to other rentals in the area. Considering the excellent balance between price, convenience, and comfort that it provides, residents enjoy a high-quality living experience.
Amenities·8A 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.
With multiple in-demand amenities, 480 Westlake Drive is committed to enhancing the renting experience. And while it may have fewer total conveniences and features than similar rentals nearby, it remains a top choice for renters wanting an specific standard of living.
Location·9A score based on proximity and ease of access to shops, restaurants, schools, and public transportation while considering the desirability of the area.
480 Westlake 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·8A 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.
Anyone looking for quality at a great value will find 480 Westlake Drive to be an attractive option. Renters can also rely on this rental to provide them with accurate information they need to find the living experience they desire.
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.
480 Westlake Drive 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.

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 480 Westlake Drive compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

More space
The 2-bedroom is 150 sqft larger than other listings nearby
High school nearby
There is a high school 0.3 mile away

Considerations

Greater distance from grade schools
The nearest elementary school is farther than 1 mile away
Greater distance from middle schools
The nearest middle school is farther than 1 mile away
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Fewer than 10 photos available for this location

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Rent trends in Northlake

2-bedroom apartments at 480 Westlake Drive cost about 2% more than the average rent price for 2-bedroom apartments in Northlake.

Median rents as of Jul 18 2026.
Northlake
San Jose
A table of studio rental data trends in San Jose
MonthMedian Rent
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$2,464
October 2025$2,444
November 2025$2,495
December 2025$2,518
January 2026$2,408
February 2026$2,332
March 2026$2,466
April 2026$2,211
May 2026$2,084
June 2026$2,058
July 2026$2,125
A table of studio rental data trends in Northlake
MonthMedian Rent
August 2024$1,950
September 2024$1,966
October 2024$1,975

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Bedrooms

2 bedrooms

Rent-to-income ratio

30%

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Recommended income

$110,000/yr

With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $110,000 annually to afford this 2-bedrooms monthly rent price of $2,750.
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Schools near 480 Westlake Drive

Rosemary Elementary School

401 w hamilton ave

campbell, CA, 95008

K-5Public
C

Central Park Elementary School

2720 sonoma pl

santa clara, CA, 95051

K-5Public
A

Latimer Elementary School

4250 latimer ave

san jose, CA, 95130

K-8Public
A-

Luther Burbank Elementary School

4 wabash ave

san jose, CA, 95128

K-8Public
C+

Santa Clara County Special Education

1290 ridder park dr mc273

san jose, CA, 95131

K-12Public
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Getting around San Jose near 480 Westlake Dr

Walking

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

Driving

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

Cycling

4/10
This is semi-bikeable, but you’ll need another way of getting around.

Transit

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

Points of interest for 480 Westlake Dr, San Jose

Groceries

8/10
At least one supermarket within a 10-minute walk

Shopping

7/10
Several shops within a few minutes’ walk

Cafes

5/10
Some cafés within a few minutes’ walk

Restaurants

6/10
Variety of restaurants within a few minutes' walk

Primary schools

3/10
At least one elementary school within a 30-minute walk

High schools

3/10
At least one high school within a 30-minute walk

Parks

4/10
Moderate amount of park space nearby

Nightlife

3/10
Some bars within walking distance

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