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Valley West Apartments

1050 Summerside Drive, San Jose, CA 95122

Property Summary

This community in South San Jose offers one and two-bedroom floor plans with open-concept living areas. Residents have access to a variety of recreational amenities, including three swimming pools, two tennis courts, a sand volleyball court, and a commercial-grade fitness center. Each home includes a private patio or balcony, and select units feature vaulted ceilings, skylights, or wood-style flooring. The premises provide 16 laundry centers, assigned covered parking, and on-site management and maintenance services to support daily needs.

Renter brief

At the source check, 2 units were listed as available. That snapshot spanned 1-bedroom homes. The lowest listed rent in that snapshot was $2,175/mo.

Source · RentCafe · checked Aug 22, 2026

Available units

Checked 4 weeks ago

  • 1 bd · 1 ba · 540 ft² · Unit 2336-1
    Available Now
    $2,175/mo
  • 1 bd · 1 ba · 540 ft² · Unit 2310-3
    Available Now
    $2,285/mo

How the rent compares

This building, 1 bd$2,175
Within 3 mi median$2,950

Source · 434 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

26% lower than the 1-bedroom median within 3 mi

Source · 434 active 1-bedroom units · Within 3 mi · 45-day window · computed Sep 24, 2026

Transit accessBelow average

2.2 mi straight-line distance to Capitol Caltrain Station

Source · Transit map coordinates · not a routed trip

In-unit laundryNot offered

Shared laundry on site

Source · RentCafe · checked Aug 22, 2026

ParkingStrong

On-site parking listed

Source · Rentable · checked Aug 22, 2026 · RentCafe · checked Aug 22, 2026

Amenities

  • Courtyard
  • Refrigerator
  • Volleyball Court
  • Laundry Facilities
  • Hardwood Floors
  • Skylights
  • Tennis Court
  • Freezer
  • Off-Street Parking
  • Air Conditioning
  • Clubhouse
  • Fitness Center
  • Covered Parking
  • Dishwasher
  • Sauna
  • Recreation Room
  • Pool

Reviews

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2.9
Review Summary
  • While the apartments offer spacious layouts and some amenities, residents overwhelmingly report negative experiences with management.
  • Several reviews cite unprofessional behavior, difficult rent payment processes, and issues with theft and towing.
  • 2.9 stars across 114 reviews.
S
Samantha
a month ago
Google
The manager here is what makes thus apartment complex disgusting. Her attitude towards all of the tenets with housing. She will say hello to you in the most disrespectful tone. This is not just a pers...
C
cinematic psychology
5 months ago
Google
I have been a tenant at Valley West Apartments, and in my experience, management has made the rent payment process unnecessarily stressful. In August, I hand-delivered my rent on the 4th day of the m...

What's Around

  • Transit
    Capitol Caltrain Station · 2.2 mi straight-line
  • Groceries
    Nutrition palace · 0.6 mi
  • Dining
    56 restaurants & cafés within 1 mi
  • Parks
    Coyote Creek Community Garden · 0.3 mi
  • University
    San Jose State University · 2.5 mi

Nearby Schools

Public and charter schools whose attendance zones include this property.

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 · Rentable · checked Aug 22, 2026 · RentCafe · checked Aug 22, 2026

Is there in-unit laundry?

The listing reports shared laundry; it does not list an installed in-unit washer/dryer.

Source · RentCafe · checked Aug 22, 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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