Searching for apartments for rent in San Jose CA? If so, you’ve come to the right place! 

In this article, we will provide you with information on apartments for rent and offer you several tips for choosing the right apartment. 

Average Rent for Apartments in San Jose CA 

As of December 2018, the average rent for apartments for rent in San Jose, CA is the following: 

  • Studio – $1,951 
  • 1 bedroom – $2,364 
  • 2 bedroom – $2,877 
  • 3 bedroom – $3,408 

The average size for an apartment in San Jose, CA is 864 square feet, but this number varies greatly depending on apartment type and location.  

Right now, an average studio apartment in this area averages 478 sq. ft., while a one-bedroom apartment offers more generous square footage: 715. If you’re craving more space a 2-bedroom apartment in San Jose has an average size of 1,008 sq. ft. 

Unlike other renters in California, San Jose renters saw little rent increases in 2018 with just studio apartment increasing by 2% while all other types of apartments in this area actually saw rent decreases of 1%. 

What to Expect In 2019 For the San Jose Rental Market 

Renters in San Jose can expect another tight year for the local rental market as supply still continues to be an issue across the Golden State. 

Before searching for rentals, renters should have their first/last month’s deposits ready and ensure that their credit scores do not have any negative marks because lower credit scores could mean that some tenants have to pay higher deposits to get into their properties. 

Learn More  

To learn more about what’s happening in the San Jose rental market contact Utopia Management by calling us at (800) 294-4656 or connect with us online through our website. 

Johana Williams

Johana has spent over 20 years in property management and operational leadership, learning the business from the ground up. She’s known for building systems that actually work, helping people grow into confident leaders, and finding practical solutions when things get complicated. She runs on coffee, keeps her cool under pressure, laughs often (and loudly), and genuinely cares about the people behind the work. At the end of the day, she’s driven by progress, clarity, and helping both teams and businesses do better than they did yesterday.

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