Valley West Apartments
1050 Summerside Dr, San Jose, CA 95122
Property Summary
This apartment community in San Jose offers a variety of recreational amenities, including three swimming pools, two tennis courts, a sand volleyball court, and a commercial-grade fitness center. The property, built in 1971, features two-story buildings and provides on-site management and maintenance. Residents have access to shared laundry centers and night patrol services. Select floor plans include private patios or balconies, skylights, and energy-efficient appliances. The community is pet-friendly, welcoming up to two pets per home.
Renter brief
At the source check, 12 units were listed as available. That snapshot spanned 1-bedroom to 2-bedroom homes. The lowest listed rent in that snapshot was $2,120/mo.
Source · Apartments.com · checked Aug 23, 2026
Available units
Checked 4 weeks ago
- 1 bd · 1 ba · 540 ft² · Unit 2277-1Available Oct 9$2,120/mo
- 1 bd · 1 ba · 540 ft²Available Now$2,120/mo
- 1 bd · 1 ba · 540 ft² · Unit 2281-4Available Oct 1$2,160/mo
- 1 bd · 1 ba · 540 ft² · Unit 2277-3Available Now$2,170/mo
- 1 bd · 1 ba · 540 ft² · Unit 2336-1Available Now$2,175/mo
- 1 bd · 1 ba · 540 ft² · Unit 2310-3Available Now$2,285/mo
- 1 bd · 1 ba · 800 ft² · Unit 2197-2Available Oct 14$2,300/mo
- 1 bd · 1 ba · 800 ft²Available Now$2,300/mo
- 2 bd · 2 ba · 1,050 ft² · Unit 2262-3Available Mar 9$2,625/mo
- 2 bd · 2 ba · 1,050 ft²Available Now$2,625/mo
- 2 bd · 2 ba · 1,100 ft² · Unit 2237-3Available Oct 16$2,890/mo
- 2 bd · 2 ba · 1,100 ft²Available Now$2,890/mo
How the rent compares
Source · 429 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.
28% lower than the 1-bedroom median within 3 mi
Source · 429 active 1-bedroom units · Within 3 mi · 45-day window · computed Sep 24, 2026
2.2 mi straight-line distance to Capitol Caltrain Station
Source · Transit map coordinates · not a routed trip
Built in 1971
Source · Apartments.com · checked Sep 23, 2026
Shared laundry on site
Source · Apartments.com · checked Sep 23, 2026
Amenities
- Courtyard
- Volleyball Court
- Laundry Facilities
- Tennis Court
- Maintenance On Site
- Clubhouse
- Fitness Center
- Sauna
- Pool
Policies & Fees
Source · Apartments.com · checked Sep 23, 2026
Source · Apartments.com · checked Sep 23, 2026
Reviews
Reviews
- While Valley West Apartments offer spacious units and some amenities, the overwhelming negative feedback centers on the management.
- Residents report unprofessionalism, difficult rent payment experiences, and issues with theft and towing.
- Several residents describe the management as the worst they've encountered.
- 2.9 stars across 112 reviews.
What's Around
- TransitCapitol Caltrain Station · 2.2 mi straight-line
- GroceriesNutrition palace · 0.6 mi
- Dining56 restaurants & cafés within 1 mi
- ParksCoyote Creek Community Garden · 0.3 mi
- UniversitySan Jose State University · 2.5 mi
Nearby Schools
Public and charter schools whose attendance zones include this property.
Middle Schools (3)
High Schools (6)
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 23, 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 23, 2026
How close is the nearest rail station?
Capitol Caltrain Station is 2.2 mi away by straight-line distance; this is not a routed walking estimate.
Source · Transit map coordinates
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