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The average rent in San Jose, as of July 2026, is up 2.17% compared to last month and up 10.55% year-over-year.
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13h ago
Verified
6670 Emergent Way, San Jose, CA 95119
In-unit laundry | Air conditioning | Swimming pool
Studio–3 beds
1–2 baths
$2,976–$6,262
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Available Jul 17
15m ago
Verified
1–3 beds
1–3 baths
$3,037–$5,159
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32m ago
Verified
Studio–1 bed
1 bath
$2,799–$3,077
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33m ago
Verified
250 Palm Valley Blvd, San Jose, CA 95123
In-unit laundry | Air conditioning | Balcony
1–3 beds
1–2 baths
$2,867–$4,447
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Swimming Pool
In-Unit Laundry
Outdoor Space
Fitness Center
34m ago
Verified
1–2 beds
1–2 baths
$3,017–$4,309
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35m ago
Verified
1–3 beds
1–3 baths
$3,157–$4,139
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35m ago
Verified
1–2 beds
1–2 baths
$3,279–$5,447
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35m ago
Verified
101 E San Fernando St Ste 100, San Jose, CA 95112
In-unit laundry | Air conditioning | Balcony
Studio–2 beds
1–2 baths
$2,737–$4,277
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Apartment for rent
8h ago
Verified
1–3 beds
1–2 baths
$2,839–$4,299
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8h ago
Verified
373 River Oaks Cir, San Jose, CA 95134
In-unit laundry | Air conditioning | Balcony
1–2 beds
1–2 baths
$3,589–$4,349
Apartment for rent
15h ago
Verified
150 Palm Valley Blvd, San Jose, CA 95123
In-unit laundry | Air conditioning | Balcony
1–3 beds
1–2 baths
$2,867–$5,079
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Apartment for rent
1d ago
Verified
1–3 beds
1–3 baths
$3,287–$4,899
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1d ago
Verified
350 La Strada Dr, San Jose, CA 95123
In-unit laundry | Air conditioning | Balcony
1–3 beds
1–2 baths
$3,407–$5,359
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3d ago
Verified
1–3 beds
1–2 baths
$2,919–$4,307
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3d ago
Verified
1 bed
1 bath
$3,177
Apartment for rent
2d ago
Orchard Creek apartment for rent in San Jose
1111 Pippin Creek Ct, San Jose, CA 95120
In-unit laundry | Air conditioning | Garage parking
2 beds
2 baths
$3,795
Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
Condo for rent in San Jose
2 beds
2 baths
$4,500
$4,250
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Condo for rent
5d+ ago
Rancho Santa Teresa house for rent in San Jose
2 beds
2 baths
$3,495
House for rent
5d+ ago
Broadway-Palmhaven house for rent in San Jose
3 beds
3 baths
$7,895
$7,695
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17h ago
Verified
2130 Southwest Expy, San Jose, CA 95126
Air conditioning | Garage parking | On-site laundry
Studio–2 beds
1 bath
$2,934–$3,522
Apartment for rent
8h ago
Verified
5608 Stevens Creek Blvd, San Jose, CA 95014
In-unit laundry | Air conditioning | Balcony
1–2 beds
1–2 baths
$3,445–$4,373
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Apartment for rent
23m ago
Verified
Studio–2 beds
1–2 baths
$2,295–$3,666
Apartment for rent
24m ago
Verified
Studio–3 beds
1–3 baths
$3,715–$5,924
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2h ago
Verified
1 bed
1 bath
$2,395
Apartment for rent
Available Apr 15
6h ago
Verified
754 The Alameda, San Jose, CA 95126
Swimming pool | Fitness center | Walk-in closets
1–3 beds
1–3 baths
$3,470–$3,645
Apartment for rent
7h ago
Verified
1–3 beds
1–3 baths
$3,263–$5,307
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8h ago
Verified
1612 Branham Lane, San Jose, CA 95118
Air conditioning | Garage parking | On-site laundry
1–3 beds
1–2 baths
$2,395–$3,250
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Available Jun 26
11h ago
Verified
1895 N Capitol Ave, San Jose, CA 95132
In-unit laundry | Swimming pool | Fitness center
Studio–2 beds
1–2 baths
$2,445–$3,840
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11h ago
Verified
1–2 beds
1–2 baths
$2,980–$3,785
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15h ago
Verified
1–2 beds
1–2 baths
$2,700–$2,750
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1d ago
Verified
1–2 beds
1–2 baths
$2,450–$3,195
Apartment for rent
Available Apr 1
1d ago
Verified
3 beds
2 baths
$5,000
House for rent
Available Jul 13
1d ago
Verified
1 bed
1 bath
$2,300
$2,150
Price drop
Condo for rent
Available Jul 25
1d ago
Verified
2415 Rinconada Drive, San Jose, CA 95125
Air conditioning | Garage parking | On-site laundry
1–2 beds
1–2 baths
$1,995–$2,695
Apartment for rent
Available Apr 19
2d ago
Verified
2 beds
1 bath
$2,950
$2,900
Price drop
Condo for rent
Available Jun 13
3d ago
Verified
5 beds
3 baths
$5,795
House for rent
Available Jun 24
5d+ ago
Verified
4 beds
2 baths
$5,500
House for rent
Available Jul 11
5d+ ago
Verified
2 beds
1.5 baths
$3,250
Condo for rent
Available Jul 7
5d+ ago
Verified
3 beds
2 baths
$4,830
House for rent
Available Jul 28
5d+ ago
Verified
4 beds
2.5 baths
$4,400
House for rent
Available Jul 7
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Considered the capital of Silicon Valley, San Jose, California is the third largest California city. With world class entertainment, fascinating parks and the most wonderful climate in the country, this gateway to the world is one of the most international cities, welcoming visitors and new residents daily. San Jose is also one of the safest big cities in all of the U.S.
The city was founded as El Pueblo de San Jose de Guadalupe in November 1777, which made it the first civilian village in the colony known as Nueva California. At the time, the main purpose of the city was to supply the Spanish military at Monterey and San Francisco with fresh produce and livestock.
After being a small farming community for more than 150 years, San Jose acquired some of the last remaining undeveloped land near San Francisco Bay. The city then experienced a rapid growth in population, due largely to the return of World War II veterans. During the '50s and '60s, the expansion became quite aggressive as the city annexed more and more land. As the electronics and high tech industries grew, the transition from a farming community to a fully urbanized metropolis accelerated, and this fabulous city we know and love today, was born.
Residents appreciate the diverse neighborhoods in San Jose, CA, noting that there are plenty of options for entertainment, dining, and outdoor activities. The pleasant weather year-round allows for great outdoor experiences, while cultural events and festivals add to the local vibrancy. Many highlight the variety of schooling options available, which is a plus for families. However, concerns about traffic congestion and the high cost of living frequently come up, making some feel that affordability is a significant drawback for renters looking in the area.
Based on Zumper's July 2026 data, one-bedroom apartments in San Jose average around $2,670/month and two-bedrooms approximately $3,390/month. One-bedrooms remained relatively stable year over year while two-bedrooms are up 1.1%.
January offers the lowest rents in San Jose, with approximately 5.5% savings compared to July's peak prices. November and December also see less competitive conditions with reduced demand, while April and July are the most competitive months.
Downtown San Jose leads with the largest inventory at 382 listings, while Canoas Garden generates nearly 5 times more consumer interest than average. For social connectivity, Rancho Santa Teresa, Banana Grove, Park Lorraine, and McKay-Ringwood offer high walk scores and quality transit access.
Anderson West offers the most affordable option with a median rent of around $2,240/month, followed by Loma Linda at approximately $2,720/month. Downtown San Jose provides another budget-friendly choice at roughly $2,910/month with the city's largest inventory selection.
Based on Zumper's current listings, 54% of San Jose rentals are pet-friendly, which works out to about 780 pet-welcoming apartments each month. Rose-Sartorette, Luz, Erikson, and Sunrise-Almaden offer excellent pet amenities including pet flooring, waste stations, and regular pet events.
In our current listings, utilities-included rentals are extremely rare in San Jose, showing up in just 0.05% of units. Studios lead slightly at 0.08% of listings, but renters should plan to handle utility costs separately.
Zumper’s proprietary rental data fuels our analysis. Rent and market trends, availability, neighborhood popularity, and lifestyle scores are all calculated using real-time and 2026 rental inventory and prices.
Our Lifestyle Categories ("great for eco-living," "great for social life," "great for pet owners," etc.) are determined by set criteria, against which we score each listing and its available features. At the neighborhood level, we calculate the listing count for each category to determine which lifestyles best fit each area.
Zumper, founded in 2012, is North America’s largest privately-owned rental platform, offering over 1 million listings across the U.S. and Canada. Stay informed on the latest trends and shifts in the rental market with our monthly National Rent Report, your go-to resource for key insights into the evolving rental landscape.
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