We offer Self-Guided Tours by Appointment Only. Located at the heart of downtown San Jose, CA, 101 San Fernando apartment homes offer the perfect combination of convenience, style, and culture. Select your new home from among our 18 incredible floor plans, including studio, one-, two-, and three-bedroom apartments. Each of our apartment homes for rent is designed with comfort and convenience in mind and features wood-style flooring, stainless steel appliances, quartz countertops, and an in-unit washer and dryer. You'll feel right at home as you step through your front door and are greeted by bright, open layouts, polished fixtures, and sleek finishes. Around our community, enjoy an array of amenities, including a 24-hour fitness center. Our pet-friendly apartment homes are surrounded by a variety of attractions as well, with venues like the San Jose Improv Comedy Club and the Tech Museum of Innovation only a few blocks from your front door. Our downtown location is also conveniently situated close to central hubs like San Jose State University and San Jose's historic San Pedro Square. If it's further adventure you seek, you'll be poised to traverse all of Silicon Valley, with the intersections of highways 280 and 97 just a mile away. Price reflected is base rent and does not include mandatory or optional fees. Detailed fee information and fee schedules can be found on the community's Leasing Info page on our Essex website.
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101 San Fernando
101 E San Fernando St, San Jose, CA 95112
Apartment building
Studio-1 bed
Pet-friendly
Available units
Price may not include required fees and charges.
Unit , sortable column | Sqft, sortable column | Available, sortable column | Base rent, sorted ascending |
|---|---|---|---|
 Unit 520 Studio, 1 ba | 436 | Aug 1 | $2,737 |
 Unit 486 Studio, 1 ba | 540 | Aug 8 | $2,799 |
 Unit 476 1 bd, 1 ba | 946 | Aug 3 | $3,137 |
Unit 453 1 bd, 1 ba | 946 | Aug 3 | $3,187 |
 Unit 560 1 bd, 1 ba | 813 | Now | $3,237 |
What's special
In-unit washer and dryerQuartz countertopsPolished fixturesBright open layoutsWood-style flooringStainless steel appliancesSleek finishes
Office hours
| Day | Open hours |
|---|---|
| Mon: | 9 am - 6 pm |
| Tue: | 9 am - 6 pm |
| Wed: | 10 am - 6 pm |
| Thu: | 9 am - 6 pm |
| Fri: | 9 am - 6 pm |
| Sat: | 9 am - 6 pm |
| Sun: | 10 am - 5 pm |
Property map
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Facts, features & policies
Building Amenities
Community Rooms
- Fitness Center
Security
- Night Patrol: Courtesy Patrol
Services & facilities
- Elevator
- On-site Maintenance
- Online Rent Payment: Online Resident Portal
Policies
Lease terms
- We have flexible lease terms and pricing to fit your needs!
Pet essentials
- DogsAllowedMonthly dog rent$75Dog deposit$500
- CatsAllowedMonthly cat rent$50Cat deposit$500
Restrictions
Dogs: A deposit of $500 is required for up to 2 pets. We do not allow guardian dog breeds/crossbreeds, such as Alaskan Malamutes, Rottweilers, Doberman Pinschers, Pit Bulls, German Shepherds, Akitas, Bullmastiffs, Mastiffs, Wolf Dogs or any dog that the landlord believes is a related breed. Restrictions are subject to change without notice. Restrictions do not apply to dogs that aid disabled individuals for equal access to housing.
Cats: A deposit of $500 is required for up to 2 pets.
Additional details
Pets must be spayed/neutered.
Special Features
- Airbnb-friendly Community
- Community Courtyard
- Dry Cleaning Services Available
- Parking
- Pet Friendly
- Wireless Internet: Wi-fi Throughout Amenity Areas
Neighborhood: Downtown
Areas of interest
Use our interactive map to explore the neighborhood and see how it matches your interests.
Travel times
Walk, Transit & Bike Scores
Walk Score®
/ 100
Walker's ParadiseTransit Score®
/ 100
Excellent TransitBike Score®
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Biker's ParadiseNear 101 San Fernando
- St. James Park, featuring picnic sites, an exercise course and frequent music events, is less than a 10-minute walk away.
- San Jose State University, a metropolitan university, offering more than 134 bachelor's and master's degrees with 110 concentrations, is a 5-minute walk away.
- A wide variety of cuisine can be found within a 5-minute walk, including Mexican at Agave Mexican Grill, Hawaiian and Asian fusion at Grub Shack and Japanese at Seven Seas Sushi Japanese Restaurant.
- Improv Comedy Club, featuring live comedy shows with comfortable tiered floor and balcony seating along with good food and drinks, is less than a 5-minute walk away.
Nearby schools in San Jose
GreatSchools rating
- 3/10Horace Mann Elementary SchoolGrades: K-5Distance: 0.3 mi
- 4/10Herbert Hoover Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 2.1 mi
- 7/10Abraham Lincoln High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 2.2 mi
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Frequently asked questions
101 San Fernando is located at 101 E San Fernando St in Downtown, San Jose, CA. The surrounding area includes approximately 20 restaurants and cafes within 1 mile, such as Philz Coffee, Miniboss, and Yogurtland.
The nearest public transit stop is VTA Santa Clara Light Rail Station, approximately 0.2 miles away.
Based on the latest Zillow data, the average rent across all unit types in San Jose is currently $2,495 per month. Prices vary by neighborhood, floor plan, and building amenities.
101 San Fernando is located within 0.2 miles of Paseo de San Antonio, 0.3 miles of Plaza de Cesar Chavez, and 0.3 miles of Circle of Palms.
101 San Fernando is located near 3 grocery stores, including 0.2 miles from Grocery Outlet, 0.4 miles from San Jose Downtown Farmers' Market, and 0.5 miles from Market Beer Company. Additional shopping options, including Umbrella Salon, are approximately 0.3 miles away.
The total price for an apartment unit in 101 San Fernando ranges from $2,737 to $3,237. The total price will vary by floor plan, unit size, and unit amenities.
Rent in San Jose has increased by $95 month-over-month, according to the latest Zillow rental data.
The schools assigned to 101 San Fernando include Horace Mann Elementary School, Herbert Hoover Middle School, and Abraham Lincoln High School.
