San Jose State University is located, quite naturally, in San Jose, California, and has a student population of close to thirty thousand. So, with that kind of student body, apartments are something that are vital to the survival of the school. Of course, the college has a large number of fraternities and sororities, but even those can not provide enough rooms for all the students. Many undergraduates stay on campus, but the college has a post graduate population of around seven thousand people, and most of them have to live off campus. Well, that is where the local apartments come into play.



As the community sits near the Pacific Coast of California, the climate is generally mild all year long. Winters are not very cold, and summers are often quite hot. If outdoor activities are what you crave, you can find them in this community. There are wonderful parks, gardens, playgrounds, and hiking trails. And, if you enjoy sports, there are plenty of teams to join or watch. Of course, considering how close the Pacific Ocean is, you can swim, surf, and indulge in any water sport you like.

In terms of rents, some places are as low as about seven hundred dollars per month for a one bedroom place with one bathroom. On the other end of the spectrum, you can get a three bedroom apartment with two bathrooms for around $1,600 a month. The complexes are located throughout the area, from Almaden to Cambrian to West San Jose and Willow Glen, to name only a few. When you consider that the area is known as the capital of Silicon Valley, it is no secret that high tech industries fuel the local economy. Students coming out of the college can find a plethora of good paying high tech jobs throughout the community.

When it comes to amenities, these apartments have some of the best. First off, of course, is the location. Just about all of these complexes are an easy walk to the college and the downtown area. When you consider that the students need easy access to the campus, the Internet, and other resources; these are perfect places to live. Many apartment complexes have their own computer labs, libraries, fitness centers, and recreation rooms. Of course, all work and no play is the wrong way to live. So, they often have craft rooms and a theatre to give the residents some fun. It is also common for the complexes to host parties and activities. Then, if you care to relax by the pool or in a hot tub, most places have that too.

One outstanding feature of many of these apartment complexes is that they are either new or have been retrofitted to adhere to the Americans with Disabilities Act. These days, a great many disabled people are going to college, and it is important that the college and their rooming accommodations are accessible. Well, a good number of the apartments near the San Jose State University are handicap accessible.