South Market

San Jose, CA

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South Market - San Jose, CA

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This neighborhood in the heart of downtown offers amenities galore

Urban Entertainment Dining Outdoors Park-Like Museums Nightlife

South Market is a neighborhood in the heart of Downtown San Jose, just west of San Jose University. This area truly has everything for any age and lifestyle. Families flock to the area because of nearby schools and kid-friendly activities, while young professionals and college students love the close proximity to nightlife and special events. There is truly never a dull moment in this neighborhood. South Market is filled with entertainment venues, museums, and theaters, including the San Jose Center for the Performing Arts, the San Jose Museum of Arts, and the renowned Tech Interactive.

Diverse and delectable eateries are on every corner, serving Brazilian barbecue, seafood, Mexican, and more. There are tons of bars, pubs, breweries for every taste, mood, and age from laidback cocktail bars to swanky upscale lounges to lively taverns. Residents can also enjoy a breath of fresh air amongst the concrete jungle of San Jose with several lush, relaxing parks in the neighborhood perfect for daily strolls or seasonal events.

Discovery Meadow boasts riverside trails and is home to the Children’s Discovery Museum. This park also features the largest Monopoly game board in the world. A few blocks away, Plaza de César Chávez offers water jets and skyline views of the city.

Rent Trends

As of November 2024, the average apartment rent in South Market is $2,377 for a studio, $2,912 for one bedroom, $4,001 for two bedrooms, and $6,792 for three bedrooms. Apartment rent in South Market has decreased by -3.6% in the past year.

  • Studio

  • 491 sq ft

    Average Sq Ft

  • $2,377/month

    Average Rent

  • 1 BR

  • 688 sq ft

    Average Sq Ft

  • $2,912/month

    Average Rent

  • 2 BR

  • 1,183 sq ft

    Average Sq Ft

  • $4,001/month

    Average Rent

  • 3 BR

  • 2,207 sq ft

    Average Sq Ft

  • $6,792/month

    Average Rent

Transportation

93

Walker's Paradise

out of 100 WalkScore® Rating

Lace up your walking shoes because this area is considered a walker’s paradise.

71

Excellent Transit

out of 100 TransitScore® Rating

You’ll have excellent transit living in this area, with several nearby transit stops.

91

Biker's Paradise

out of 100 BikeScore® Rating

Do you prefer to get around on two wheels? You’ll love living in this neighborhood, which is considered a biker’s paradise.

Points of Interest

Parks and Recreation

  • The Tech Museum of Innovation
  • Guadalupe River Park and Gardens
  • Children's Discovery Museum of San Jose
  • McEnery Park
  • Japanese Friendship Garden Regional Park

Military Bases

Airports

  • Norman Y Mineta San Jose International
  • Metro Oakland International

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