Amberwood Apartments
1543 Ambergrove Drive, San Jose, CA 95131
Property Summary
Situated in a park-like setting, this community offers a tranquil living environment with convenient access to major highways. Residents enjoy shared amenities including a year-round swimming pool, spa, and a clubhouse with a fireplace. The community is located across from a neighborhood park featuring walking trails, tennis courts, and a playground. Inside, select apartment homes are finished with wood-style vinyl flooring and feature vaulted ceilings in upstairs units. Kitchens are equipped with stainless steel appliances, including a dishwasher and frost-free refrigerator. Select homes also provide the convenience of in-unit laundry and private outdoor space via a patio or balcony.
Renter brief
At the source check, 2 units were listed as available. That snapshot spanned 1-bedroom to 3-bedroom homes. The lowest listed rent in that snapshot was $2,700/mo.
Source · Apartments.com · checked Aug 20, 2026
Three things to know
19% lower than the 1-bedroom median within 3 mi
$2,700 to start, vs a median of $3,344 (within 3 mi).
Source · 793 active 1-bedroom units · Within 3 mi · 45-day window · computed Sep 24, 2026
cats and dogs allowed
Cats: cost not disclosed. Dogs: cost not disclosed.
Source · Apartments.com · checked Sep 24, 2026
Berryessa / North San Jose is 1.0 mi away
This is straight-line distance, not a routed walking estimate.
Source · Transit map coordinates
Available units
Checked 4 weeks ago
- 1 bd · 1 ba · 652 ft²Available Now$2,700/mo
- 3 bd · 2 ba · 1,150 ft² · Unit 1521Available Now$4,100/mo
How the rent compares
Source · 793 active 1-bedroom units · Within 3 mi · 45-day window · computed Sep 24, 2026
Renter facts, criterion by criterion
No overall grade — each row reflects only the fact and source shown.
19% lower than the 1-bedroom median within 3 mi
Source · 793 active 1-bedroom units · Within 3 mi · 45-day window · computed Sep 24, 2026
1.0 mi straight-line distance to Berryessa / North San Jose
Source · Transit map coordinates · not a routed trip
Built in 1986
Source · Apartments.com · checked Sep 24, 2026
Shared laundry on site
Source · Apartments.com · checked Sep 24, 2026
Amenities
- Playground
- Grill
- Laundry Facilities
- Pet Friendly
- Tennis Court
- Package Service
- Maintenance On Site
- Spa
- Clubhouse
- Pool
- Air Conditioning
- Dishwasher
Policies & Fees
Source · Apartments.com · checked Sep 24, 2026
Source · Apartments.com · checked Sep 24, 2026
Reviews
Reviews
- Residents appreciate the spacious units, prompt maintenance, and ample parking.
- However, several tenants report serious safety concerns, including break-ins.
- Many also complain about unresponsive management and noise issues.
- 3.5 stars across 30 reviews.
What's Around
- TransitBerryessa / North San Jose · 1.0 mi straight-line
- GroceriesVazliu · 0.1 mi
- Dining133 restaurants & cafés within 1 mi
- ParksTownsend Park · 0.1 mi
- UniversitySan Jose State University · 3.2 mi
Nearby Schools
Public and charter schools whose attendance zones include this property.
Elementary Schools (10)
Middle Schools (4)
Questions renters ask about this building
Are pets allowed, and what do they cost?
The listing says cats are allowed; cat costs were not disclosed; dogs are allowed; dog costs were not disclosed.
Source · Apartments.com · checked Sep 24, 2026
Is there in-unit laundry?
The listing reports shared laundry; it does not list an installed in-unit washer/dryer.
Source · Apartments.com · checked Sep 24, 2026
How close is the nearest rail station?
Berryessa / North San Jose is 1.0 mi away by straight-line distance; this is not a routed walking estimate.
Source · Transit map coordinates
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