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Scotia Apartments

1785 Almaden Road, San Jose, CA 95125

Property Summary

Completed in 2020, this modern apartment community in Willow Glen offers a range of contemporary amenities. Residents enjoy access to a fitness center, a courtyard with a gas BBQ and fireplace, and dedicated conference offices for remote work. Each unit is designed with high-quality finishes, including quartz countertops, stainless steel appliances, and island kitchens. Practical features such as full-size in-unit laundry, walk-in closets, and climate control with independent thermostats are provided. The building is access-controlled and pet-friendly, with various parking options available.

Renter brief

At the source check, 2 units were listed as available. That snapshot spanned 2-bedroom homes. The lowest listed rent in that snapshot was $3,548/mo.

Source · Apartments.com · checked Aug 31, 2026

Available units

Checked 3 weeks ago

  • 2 bd · 2 ba · 1,135 ft² · Unit 314
    Available Dec 5
    $3,548/mo
  • 2 bd · 2 ba · 1,135 ft² · Unit 311
    Available Now
    $3,592/mo

How the rent compares

This building, 2 bd$3,548
Within 3 mi median$3,500

Source · 625 active 2-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 comparisonAverage

Within 1% of the 2-bedroom median within 3 mi

Source · 625 active 2-bedroom units · Within 3 mi · 45-day window · computed Sep 24, 2026

Transit accessAverage

0.6 mi straight-line distance to Tamien Station

Source · Transit map coordinates · not a routed trip

Building ageFact

Built in 2020

Source · Apartments.com · checked Aug 13, 2026

Policies & Fees

Fees & Deposits
One-time fees
Application fee$45

Source · Apartments.com · checked Sep 24, 2026

Reviews

Review Summary
  • Residents praise the convenient location, safety, and the helpfulness of property manager Emil.
  • However, some experience issues with storage space and temperature regulation.
  • One reviewer reports rude and dismissive behavior from a staff member.
  • 3.9 stars across 31 reviews.
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Anonymous
a month ago
Google
Me and my family moved a while ago and at first the management Emil treated us with kindness but later on he started showing us his true colors and started treating us badly and neglecting his duties ...
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M Le
7 months ago
Google
I lived at Scotia Apartments for two years and had a very positive experience overall. The location is one of the biggest highlights — it’s convenient, well-connected, and close to everything I needed...

What's Around

  • Transit
    Tamien Station · 0.6 mi straight-line
  • Groceries
    Melina's · 0.3 mi
  • Dining
    94 restaurants & cafés within 1 mi
  • Parks
    Sierra Vista Trail · 0.4 mi
  • University
    San Jose State University · 2.3 mi

Nearby Schools

Public and charter schools whose attendance zones include this property.

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