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Willow Glen Apartments

996-998 Meridian Avenue, San Jose, CA 95126

Property Summary

Situated in a historic area, this three-story apartment community offers convenient access to the Los Gatos Recreation Trail and local downtown amenities. The property features a range of shared facilities, including a pool, sauna, fitness center, and clubhouse. Units are finished with stainless steel appliances and granite or quartz countertops, with select layouts offering private balconies or patios. Residents benefit from assigned parking with EV charging stations and on-site management. The community maintains a smoke-free environment and welcomes indoor cats.

Renter brief

At the source check, 2 units were listed as available. That snapshot spanned 1-bedroom to 2-bedroom homes. The lowest listed rent in that snapshot was $3,100/mo.

Source · Apartments.com · checked Sep 17, 2026

Available units

Checked 1 week ago

  • 1 bd · 1 ba · 720 ft² · Unit 2x2
    Available Now
    $3,100/mo
  • 2 bd · 2 ba · 950 ft²
    Available Now
    $3,100/mo

How the rent compares

This building, 1 bd$3,100
Within 3 mi median$3,096

Source · 812 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 comparisonAverage

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

Source · 812 active 1-bedroom units · Within 3 mi · 45-day window · computed Sep 24, 2026

Transit accessStrong

0.4 mi straight-line distance to Fruitdale Station

Source · Transit map coordinates · not a routed trip

Building ageFact

Built in 1970

Source · Apartments.com · checked Sep 23, 2026

In-unit laundryNot offered

Shared laundry on site

Source · Apartments.com · checked Sep 23, 2026

Amenities

  • Recycling
  • Elevator
  • Laundry Facilities
  • Controlled Access
  • Clubhouse
  • Fitness Center
  • EV Charging
  • Sauna
  • Pool

Policies & Fees

Pet Policy
DogsNot allowed
Cats✓ Allowed

Source · Apartments.com · checked Sep 23, 2026

Fees & Deposits
One-time fees
Application fee$30

Source · Apartments.com · checked Sep 23, 2026

Reviews

Review Summary
  • Residents praise the convenient location and the helpfulness of the on-site managers, particularly Vita and Edmund.
  • Covered parking and prompt maintenance are also appreciated.
  • However, one resident advises against living here.
  • 4.2 stars across 9 reviews.
J
Jeff Garrison
7 months ago
Google
The Willow Glen Apartments on Minnesota Ave are in a great location and neighborhood, right around the corner from Starbucks on the corner of Lincoln and Minnesota at the beginning of downtown Willow ...
N
Natalie Engurasoff
5 years ago
Google
Start your experience with Vita...the on site manager who TRULY cares about YOU. Now let's talk about safety and security....THIS place offers it. Secured garage AND buildings Got maintenance issues?...

What's Around

  • Transit
    Fruitdale Station · 0.4 mi straight-line
  • Groceries
    ម្ហូបខ្មែរនៅអាមេរិច _khmer food in USA · 0.1 mi
  • Dining
    103 restaurants & cafés within 1 mi
  • Parks
    St. Elizabeth Park · 0.2 mi
  • University
    San Jose State University · 2.6 mi

Nearby Schools

Public and charter schools whose attendance zones include this property.

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 not allowed.

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?

Fruitdale Station is 0.4 mi away by straight-line distance; this is not a routed walking estimate.

Source · Transit map coordinates

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