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Griffis South Bay

501 Murphy Ranch Rd, Milpitas, CA 95035

Property Summary

Located in the Murphy Ranch neighborhood of Milpitas, this four-story apartment community offers a variety of studio, one, two, and three-bedroom floor plans. Each home is equipped with an in-unit washer and dryer, dishwasher, gas range, and wood-style flooring. Residents have access to community amenities including a pool with cabanas, a hot tub, a 24-hour fitness center, and a coworking space. The community is pet-friendly and provides controlled access garage parking. Its location offers proximity to local parks, shopping, and transit options, including the Milpitas Light Rail Station.

Three things to know

45% lower than the 1-bedroom median within 3 mi

$1,950 to start, vs a median of $3,541 (within 3 mi).

Source · 896 active 1-bedroom units · Within 3 mi · 45-day window · computed Sep 24, 2026

Required fees add $3/mo

Pest control $3/mo. Opt-in extras like pet rent or parking are separate.

Source · Apartments.com · checked Sep 24, 2026

cats and dogs allowed

Cats: cost not disclosed. Dogs: cost not disclosed.

Source · Apartments.com · checked Sep 24, 2026

Available units

Checked 4 hours ago

  • 1 bd · 1 ba · 689 ft² · Unit 295
    Available Oct 24
    $1,950/mo
  • 1 bd · 1 ba · 721 ft² · Unit 166
    Available Oct 20
    $2,997/mo
  • 1 bd · 1 ba · 721 ft² · Unit 353
    Available Oct 24
    $3,047/mo
  • 1 bd · 1 ba · 721 ft² · Unit 364
    Available Oct 29
    $3,085/mo
  • 1 bd · 1 ba · 825 ft² · Unit 314
    Available Now
    $3,127/mo
  • 1 bd · 1 ba · 825 ft² · Unit 469
    Available Now
    $3,184/mo
  • 1 bd · 1 ba · 825 ft² · Unit 269
    Available Now
    $3,194/mo
  • 1 bd · 1 ba · 825 ft² · Unit 114
    Available Now
    $3,210/mo

How the rent compares

This building, 1 bd$1,950
Within 3 mi median$3,541

Source · 896 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

45% lower than the 1-bedroom median within 3 mi

Source · 896 active 1-bedroom units · Within 3 mi · 45-day window · computed Sep 24, 2026

Transit accessStrong

0.4 mi straight-line distance to Cisco Station

Source · Transit map coordinates · not a routed trip

Building ageFact

Built in 2013

Source · Apartments.com · checked Sep 24, 2026

Amenities

  • Courtyard
  • Hot Tub
  • Recycling
  • Grill
  • Elevator
  • Gated
  • Package Service
  • Pet Washing Station
  • Maintenance On Site
  • Renters Insurance Program
  • Controlled Access
  • Spa
  • Online Services
  • Bicycle Storage
  • Clubhouse
  • Fitness Center
  • Storage Space
  • Picnic Area
  • Lounge
  • EV Charging
  • Business Center
  • Pool

Policies & Fees

Pet Policy
Dogs✓ Allowed
Cats✓ Allowed

Source · Apartments.com · checked Sep 24, 2026

Fees & Deposits
One-time fees
Security deposit$400
Monthly fees
Storage$50/mo
Pest control$3/mo

Source · Apartments.com · checked Sep 24, 2026

Reviews

Reviews

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3.7
Review Summary
  • Residents appreciate the helpfulness of staff like Mekayla and Blanca, and the efficient service provided by maintenance technician Gabriel M.
  • However, several residents report significant noise issues and concerns about the cleanliness of common areas.
  • Additionally, high rent prices and increases are a common complaint.
  • 3.7 stars across 293 reviews.
V
visrutha purnima
a week ago
Google
Gabriel M. provided excellent apartment repair service. He was professional, knowledgeable, and completed the work efficiently. He explained everything clearly and made sure the issue was fully resolv...
J
Jatin Choudhary
7 months ago
Google
It’s been a month since I moved here. Today I had to record the video as a proof about how noisy the community is. There are a lot of residents from BMR (rent controlled apartments) and they are the o...

What's Around

  • Transit
    Cisco Station · 0.4 mi straight-line
  • Groceries
    Milpitas · 0.7 mi
  • Dining
    107 restaurants & cafés within 1 mi
  • Parks
    Murphy Park · 0.0 mi
  • University
    Santa Clara University · 4.8 mi

Nearby Schools

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 24, 2026

What deposit should I expect?

The security deposit is $400.

Source · Apartments.com · checked Sep 24, 2026

What extra monthly fees should I budget for?

The listing totals $3/mo in required fees (pest control), before opt-ins like pet rent or parking.

Source · Apartments.com · checked Sep 24, 2026

How close is the nearest rail station?

Cisco 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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