Sparta505 - Student Housing
505-525 East Santa Clara Street, San Jose, CA 95112
Property Summary
Located just two blocks from the San Jose State University campus, this 2022-built apartment community offers a convenient, modern living experience. Residents benefit from by-the-bed leasing and roommate matching services. The building features a variety of amenities, including a 24-hour fitness center, multiple study lounges, game rooms, and a rooftop terrace. Each apartment is fully furnished and includes in-unit laundry, stainless steel appliances, and vinyl flooring. The community is secured with controlled access and video patrol, and offers both indoor and surface parking options.
Renter brief
At the source check, 5 units were listed as available. That snapshot spanned 2-bedroom to 4-bedroom homes. The lowest listed rent in that snapshot was $1,650/mo.
Source · Appfolio · checked Aug 4, 2026
Three things to know
53% lower than the 2-bedroom median within 3 mi
$1,750 to start, vs a median of $3,757 (within 3 mi).
Source · 637 active 2-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 Aug 13, 2026
Santa Clara Station is 0.6 mi away
This is straight-line distance, not a routed walking estimate.
Source · Transit map coordinates
Available units
Checked 1 month ago
- 4 bd · 3 baAvailable Now$1,650/mo
- 2 bd · 2 baAvailable Now$1,750/mo
- 2 bd · 2 baAvailable Now$1,900/mo
- 4 bdAvailable NowCall for price
- 4 bdAvailable NowCall for price
How the rent compares
Source · 637 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.
53% lower than the 2-bedroom median within 3 mi
Source · 637 active 2-bedroom units · Within 3 mi · 45-day window · computed Sep 24, 2026
0.6 mi straight-line distance to Santa Clara Station
Source · Transit map coordinates · not a routed trip
Built in 2022
Source · Apartments.com · checked Aug 13, 2026
Shared laundry on site
Source · Apartments.com · checked Aug 13, 2026
Amenities
- Courtyard
- Recycling
- Grill
- Elevator
- Laundry Facilities
- Gated
- Package Service
- Maintenance On Site
- Renters Insurance Program
- Controlled Access
- Bicycle Storage
- Wi-Fi
- Clubhouse
- Fitness Center
- Picnic Area
- Lounge
- EV Charging
- Business Center
- Storage Space
- Private Bathroom
Policies & Fees
Source · Apartments.com · checked Aug 13, 2026
Source · Apartments.com · checked Aug 13, 2026
Reviews
Reviews
- Residents consistently praise the friendly and helpful staff, particularly highlighting the maintenance team's responsiveness.
- The convenient location and well-maintained property are also frequently mentioned.
- Across the 5 reviews analyzed, no significant complaints were raised.
- 5.0 stars across 5 reviews.
What's Around
- TransitSanta Clara Station · 0.6 mi straight-line
- GroceriesGrocery Outlet · 0.3 mi
- Dining388 restaurants & cafés within 1 mi
- ParksNaglee Park, Downtown San Jose · 0.4 mi
- UniversitySan Jose State University · 0.4 mi
Nearby Schools
Public and charter schools whose attendance zones include this property.
Elementary Schools (3)
Middle Schools (2)
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 Aug 13, 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 Aug 13, 2026
How close is the nearest rail station?
Santa Clara Station is 0.6 mi away by straight-line distance; this is not a routed walking estimate.
Source · Transit map coordinates
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