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Northlake Ambassador Apartments

380 Northlake Drive, San Jose, CA 95117

Property Summary

Built in 1964, this two-story apartment community offers a variety of floor plans ranging from one to three bedrooms. Residents have access to shared laundry facilities and a seasonal heated pool. Select units are updated with granite or quartz countertops and include private outdoor spaces such as balconies, patios, or yards. The community maintains a smoke-free environment and provides controlled access. Covered parking is available for an additional fee, and flexible month-to-month lease terms are offered.

Renter brief

At the source check, 4 units were listed as available. That snapshot spanned 1-bedroom to 3-bedroom homes. The lowest listed rent in that snapshot was $2,595/mo.

Source · Apartments.com · checked Sep 23, 2026

Available units

Checked yesterday

  • 1 bd · 1 ba · 600 ft²
    Available Now
    $2,595/mo
  • 2 bd · 1 ba · 800 ft²
    Available Now
    $2,850/mo
  • 2 bd · 1 ba · 865 ft²
    Available Now
    $2,895/mo
  • 3 bd · 2 ba · 1,120 ft²
    Available Now
    $3,400/mo

How the rent compares

This building, 1 bd$2,595
Within 3 mi median$3,223

Source · 869 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.

Rent comparisonStrong

19% lower than the 1-bedroom median within 3 mi

Source · 869 active 1-bedroom units · Within 3 mi · 45-day window · computed Sep 24, 2026

Transit accessBelow average

2.5 mi straight-line distance to Bascom Station

Source · Transit map coordinates · not a routed trip

Building ageFact

Built in 1964

Source · Apartments.com · checked Sep 23, 2026

In-unit laundryNot offered

Shared laundry on site

Source · Apartments.com · checked Sep 23, 2026

Amenities

  • Recycling
  • Laundry Facilities
  • Pool

Policies & Fees

Fees & Deposits
One-time fees
Application fee$25

Source · Apartments.com · checked Sep 23, 2026

Reviews

Review Summary
  • Residents appreciate the affordability, responsive management, and quiet atmosphere.
  • However, some have had negative experiences with the property manager.
  • 3.7 stars across 3 reviews.
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Sasha Smirensky
5 years ago
Google
I have lived here for a year now and am super happy that I managed to find an apartment in this complex! The prices are affordable for the area, the property manager Sharon has been always helpful, an...
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phil Mengiste
6 years ago
Google
Everyone I know does not like the manager. I also have had my own terrible experiences with her too, years ago.

What's Around

  • Transit
    Bascom Station · 2.5 mi straight-line
  • Groceries
    Lotus Delight · 0.2 mi
  • Dining
    106 restaurants & cafés within 1 mi
  • Parks
    Parkway Park · 0.5 mi
  • University
    Santa Clara University · 2.5 mi

Nearby Schools

Public and charter schools whose attendance zones include this property.

Questions renters ask about this building

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 23, 2026

How close is the nearest rail station?

Bascom Station is 2.5 mi away by straight-line distance; this is not a routed walking estimate.

Source · Transit map coordinates

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