1-Bedroom Apartments for Rent in San Jose Under $4,000
San Jose is the Bay's largest city — Santana Row shopping, a downtown with high-rises, the Shark Tank arena, and sprawl in every direction. Served by VTA light rail, Caltrain, and BART's Berryessa/North San Jose station. Rents range widely; downtown 1BRs typically $2,600-$3,100.
158 listings available — updated June 3, 2026, refreshed every 3 hours
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Frequently asked
How many 1-bedroom apartments are available in San Jose right now?
As of June 3, 2026, Rentomatics tracks 158 1-bedroom apartments for rent in San Jose under $4,000/month. Listings refresh every 3 hours from Craigslist, Zumper, and other Bay Area sources.
What is the rent for a 1-bedroom in San Jose?
Among current Rentomatics listings, 1-bedroom apartments in San Jose start at $1,750/month, with an average of $2,456 and a median of $2,550/month. Prices reflect 158 active listings updated June 3, 2026.
How often are Rentomatics listings updated?
Rentomatics refreshes listings every 3 hours from Craigslist, Zumper, and other Bay Area rental sources. Stale listings are removed within 5 days of last sighting.
Does Rentomatics show broker fees?
Yes. Every Rentomatics listing displays whether a broker fee applies, and users can filter to show only no-fee apartments.
What is San Jose like?
San Jose is the Bay's largest city — Santana Row shopping, a downtown with high-rises, the Shark Tank arena, and sprawl in every direction. Served by VTA light rail, Caltrain, and BART's Berryessa/North San Jose station. Rents range widely; downtown 1BRs typically $2,600-$3,100.