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Marina Playa

3500 Granada Avenue, Santa Clara, CA 95051

Property Summary

This apartment community in Santa Clara offers one-, two-, and three-bedroom homes. Residents have access to shared amenities including two swimming pools, a fitness center, tennis courts, and a spa. Select homes feature updated interiors with stainless steel appliances, quartz countertops, and private balconies or patios. The community is situated near local shopping and dining, with convenient access to major employers in the area. Lease terms are flexible, ranging from 3 to 16 months.

Renter brief

At the source check, 9 units were listed as available. That snapshot spanned 1-bedroom to 2-bedroom homes. The lowest listed rent in that snapshot was $2,877/mo.

Source · Property website · checked Sep 23, 2026

Available units

Checked 10 hours ago

  • 1 bd · 1 ba · 664 ft² · Unit 115
    Available Oct 2
    $2,877/mo
  • 1 bd · 1 ba · 664 ft² · Unit 421
    Available Now
    $2,939/mo
  • 1 bd · 1 ba · 664 ft² · Unit 161
    Available Nov 19
    $2,952/mo
  • 1 bd · 1 ba · 705 ft² · Unit 452
    Available Now
    $3,069/mo
  • 1 bd · 1 ba · 805 ft² · Unit 187
    Available Nov 12
    $3,365/mo
  • 2 bd · 2 ba · 1,070 ft² · Unit 386
    Available Oct 7
    $3,649/mo
  • 2 bd · 2 ba · 1,070 ft² · Unit 383
    Available Now
    $3,667/mo
  • 2 bd · 2 ba · 1,070 ft² · Unit 166
    Available Now
    $3,825/mo

How the rent compares

This building, 1 bd$2,877
Within 3 mi median$3,521

Source · 1,085 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

18% lower than the 1-bedroom median within 3 mi

Source · 1,085 active 1-bedroom units · Within 3 mi · 45-day window · computed Sep 24, 2026

Transit accessBelow average

1.5 mi straight-line distance to Lawrence Caltrain Southbound

Source · Transit map coordinates · not a routed trip

Building ageFact

Built in 1971

Source · Apartments.com · checked Aug 13, 2026 · Rentable · checked Aug 15, 2026

In-unit laundryStrong

In-unit laundry listed

Source · Rentable · checked Aug 15, 2026

ParkingStrong

On-site parking listed

Source · Property website · checked Sep 23, 2026 · Rentable · checked Aug 15, 2026

Amenities

  • Laundry Facilities
  • Pet Friendly
  • Tennis Court
  • Spa
  • Clubhouse
  • Fitness Center
  • Pool
  • Covered Parking
  • Utilities Included
  • Stainless Steel Appliances
  • Pantry
  • In-Unit Laundry
  • Air Conditioning
  • Storage Space
  • Refrigerator
  • Fireplace
  • Hardwood Floors
  • Smart Thermostat
  • Freezer
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher
  • Quartz Countertops
  • Patio

Policies & Fees

Pet Policy
Dogs✓ Allowed
Cats✓ Allowed

Source · Apartments.com · checked Jul 22, 2026

Reviews

Review Summary
  • Residents appreciate the large, updated apartments and the helpfulness of some staff members.
  • However, several residents report significant noise problems, unresponsive management, and high, unclear utility costs.
  • There are also complaints about excessive move-out charges.
  • 3.2 stars across 184 reviews.
Z
Zeyu Z
3 months ago
Google
If I could give zero stars, I would. Living at Marina Playa has been a nightmare. NOISE: The soundproofing is non-existent. I can clearly hear the footsteps and daily activities of my neighbors from ...
V
Vee Mejia
2 months ago
Google
To say this review is past due would be a great understatement! I loved living at Marina Playa and I wish I was still living there now!. My apartment was huge and updated! Every time I needed somethin...

What's Around

  • Transit
    Lawrence Caltrain Southbound · 1.5 mi straight-line
  • Groceries
    Puriwater · 0.3 mi
  • Dining
    177 restaurants & cafés within 1 mi
  • Parks
    Earl R. Carmichael Park · 0.3 mi
  • University
    Santa Clara University · 3.0 mi

Nearby Schools

Public and charter schools whose attendance zones include this property.

Elementary Schools (16)

Questions renters ask about this building

Is parking included in the rent?

On-site parking is listed as an amenity; confirm any parking cost with the leasing office.

Source · Property website · checked Sep 23, 2026 · Rentable · checked Aug 15, 2026

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 Jul 22, 2026

Is there in-unit laundry?

Yes — in-unit laundry is listed.

Source · Rentable · checked Aug 15, 2026

How close is the nearest rail station?

Lawrence Caltrain Southbound is 1.5 mi away by straight-line distance; this is not a routed walking estimate.

Source · Transit map coordinates

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