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Luxury Studio, 1 & 2 Bedroom Apartments in Downtown San Jose
If you appreciate history and the way our storied pasts position us for future success, The James Apartments in Downtown San Jose is the community for you. A contemporary collection of luxurious studio, one, and two bedroom apartments in Downtown San Jose, CA, we honor the city’s history while looking ahead to trails still left to be blazed.
We take style to the next level, incorporating high-end finishes and designer touches to make each of our apartments in downtown San Jose unique. Our intimate, seven-story building features two distinct apartment designs capable of romancing you into making your home here. Our amenity-rich—and pet-friendly!—community is filled with beautiful indoor and outdoor spaces, conveniences to make your days easier, and a team that prides itself on providing the highest level of service in the friendliest of ways. It’s safe to say, if you’ve dreamt of having it, we’ve got it! To sweeten the deal even further, The James is located in San Jose’s Downtown Historic District, so you’ll have easy access to entertainment, dining, culture, and more.
Experience what it means to truly have it all at our Downtown San Jose apartments. Move in and make history with us at The James.
Floor Plans
Room to Spare at Our Luxury Apartments in San Jose
Your home is your sanctuary—a place where you can be yourself. Here at The James, we’ve designed our apartments to be the most stylish and luxurious “clean slate” possible, so you can craft your home to be your happy place.
To help you find the right home to fit your lifestyle, we offer a collection of studio, one, and two bedroom San Jose luxury apartments as well as two designer finish packages. Our gourmet kitchens adorned with shaker cabinets, quartz countertops, and tile backsplashes make for amazing spaces to taste-test new recipes! Plug your phone into a USB charging outlet while you take a break and enjoy the fresh air on your covered patio, terrace, or balcony. Stream your favorite show in your living room with our lightning-fast GIGA speed internet connection. End a long day by lighting candles and drawing a bath in your wide alcove tub. Before bed, toss your clothes in the washer and dryer and pick out tomorrow’s outfit from your oversized walk-in closet. When you fall asleep in your home at The James luxury apartments in San Jose, you’ll look forward to every new day.
It’s only natural things get better and evolve with time. The James is where you'll want to build your future. A future that still holds trails left to be blazed.
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Take a Look Around Our San Jose Downtown Apartments
Scroll through our extensive gallery to preview what The James is all about: luxury homes, designer interiors, exciting amenities, and more! While pictures will help you imagine life at our downtown San Jose apartments , there’s no better way to experience our vibrant community than with an in-person tour. Schedule yours today!
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Amenities
Work Hard. Play Harder at Our Apartments in San Jose
Brilliant minds need space—but they also crave connection. The James fulfills both needs with an inspired suite of amenities in our apartments in San Jose.
Break a sweat in our cutting-edge gymnasium where you’ll find cardio and strength-training equipment, free weights, and a heavy bag. Let your worries float away as you take a relaxing swim in the heated resort-style pool surrounded by a spacious sundeck. Elevate your spirit in our outdoor courtyard with a fire pit, get work done in one of the communal working spaces, or break the high score in our arcade corner. When you are feeling social, join any of the exciting activities we host in the state-of-the-art social lounge. There, you’ll find shuffleboard, billiards, a full kitchen, and multiple TVs. We don’t overlook the needs of your four-legged friends either! You can get your pet’s tail wagging after a luxurious bath in our dog-washing station.
It’s time to fill your life with more relaxation, rejuvenation, and fun. Make it happen today by joining us at The James Apartments in San Jose!
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Apartment Amenities
- The TUX: Upper smooth white shaker cabinets and lower baroque grain lowers, polished quartz countertops, custom kitchen backsplash
- The LUX: Espresso shaker style cabinets, polished Riverbank quartz countertops with eased edge, and glazed charcoal, Uptown kitchen backsplash
- Lightning fast GIGA internet speed available
- Wood-look flooring throughout living spaces
- In-home, full-size washer/dryer
- USB charging outlets
- Stainless steel finish appliances
- Kitchen island*
- Double bowl drop sink with high arc pull-out faucet
- Covered private patio, terrace, or balcony
- Programmable heating and air conditioning
- Dramatic 9-foot ceilings*
- Double-paned glass windows
- Oversized walk-in closets
- Wide alcove tub with glazed ceramic tile
- Matte finish glazed porcelain tile floors in bathrooms*
- Framed mirrors in bathrooms
- Looking for a furnished apartment? Click here for furniture rental options and savings!
Community Amenities
- Between St. James Station & Santa Clara North/ South VTA light rail stations
- Just two blocks from San Pedro Square Market
- 24-hour fitness center complete with cardio, strength training, free weights, and boxing heavy bag
- Communal workspace with Wi-Fi, two printers and a copier
- Sundeck with heated resort-style pool with cabanas & spa
- Social lounge with shuffleboard, billiards, full kitchen, fireplace, and multiple TVs
- Outdoor courtyard deck with grilling areas and a fire pit
- Complimentary Wi-Fi in common areas
- Conference center
- Hub by Amazon lockers for 24/7 package access
- Bike storage and repair
- Pet friendly (breed restrictions apply)
- Onsite self-service pet spa
- Downtown San Jose location surrounded by the arts & a mile from SAP Center
- Less than 1.5 miles from Trader Joe's & Whole Foods Market
- Smoke-free community
- Planned social activities
- Virtual moving concierge: complimentary address, change, set up home services and digital moving announcements
- Controlled Access Entry and Parking
- 24-Hour Courtesy Patrol
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IN-HOME WASHER AND DRYER
Neighborhood
Landmark Living at Our Apartments in Downtown San Jose
Centrally located within Historic Downtown San Jose, The James is a beacon that will welcome you home, no matter where the day takes you.
When living at our apartments in downtown San Jose, you can stay close to home and explore the delicious cuisine and nightlife available only two blocks away in San Pedro Square or venture out a bit further for a deeper dive into the city’s culture. Check out the eclectic exhibits at the Museum of Art, the hands-on activities at The Tech Interactive, or the fantastic selection of shows at the Montgomery Theater and the San Jose Center for the Performing Arts.
Even though you’re in the city’s center, there are numerous options for spending time in the great outdoors, too! A quick drive will take you to beautiful destinations like the Sierra Vista Open Space Preserve and the Boccardo Loop Trail.
If you’re thinking of furthering your education, San Jose State University is only a few blocks away. We are adjacent to not one, but two VTA light rail stations that can take you anywhere downtown or throughout Silicon Valley.
Your new neighborhood is alive with art, filled with historical landmarks and just waiting to be explored. Make The James your home and discover what it’s like to have the pulse of the city under your fingertips.
Best Caffeine Fix
Best Date Night Spots
Get the Ingredients
San Jose Unified School District
The Japantown Scene
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Best Caffeine Fix
Caffe Frascati315 S 1st St
San Jose, CA 95113Paper Moon Cafe17 N 2nd St
San Jose, CA 95113Philz Coffee118 Paseo De San Antonio Walk
San Jose, CA 95112Roy's Station Coffee197 Jackson St
San Jose, CA 95112Voltaire Coffee Roasters360 S Market St #180
San Jose, CA 95113Voyager Craft Coffee87 N San Pedro St
San Jose, CA 95110
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Best Date Night Spots
California Theatre345 S 1st St
San Jose, CA 95113Levi's Stadium4900 Marie P DeBartolo Way
Santa Clara, CA 95054San Jose Center for Performing Arts255 S Almaden Blvd
San Jose, CA 95113San Jose Improv Club62 S 2nd St
San Jose, CA 95113San Jose Museum of Art110 S Market St
San Jose, CA 95113SAP Center at San Jose525 W Santa Clara St
San Jose, CA 95113
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Get the Ingredients
Cardenas Markets235 E Julian St
San Jose, CA 95112Đại-Thành Supermarket418 S 2nd St
San Jose, CA 95113Safeway1300 W San Carlos St
San Jose, CA 95126Trader Joe's635 Coleman Ave
San Jose, CA 95110Whole Foods Market777 The Alameda
San Jose, CA 95126
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San Jose Unified School District
Horace Mann Elementary55 N 7th St
San Jose, CA 95112Muwekma Ohlone Middle School850 N 2nd St
San Jose, CA 95112San Jose High275 North 24th St
San Jose, CA 95116
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The Japantown Scene
7 Bamboo Karaoke Lounge162 Jackson St
San Jose, CA 95112Hukilau230 Jackson St
San Jose, CA 95112Kumako Ramen211 Jackson St
San Jose, CA 95112Nijiya Market240 Jackson St
San Jose, CA 95112Okayama Sushi565 N 6th A
San Jose, CA 95112Shuei-Do Manju Shop217 Jackson St
San Jose, CA 95112
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The San Pedro Square Scene
Downtown Farmers MarketW St John St
San Jose, CA 95110Firehouse No. 1 Gastropub69 N San Pedro St
San Jose, CA 95110O'Flaherty's Irish Pub25 N San Pedro St
San Jose, CA 95110Pizza Bocca Lupo87 N San Pedro St
San Jose, CA 95110SP2 Communal Bar and Restaurant72 N Almaden Ave
San Jose, CA 95110The Farmers Union151 W Santa Clara St
San Jose, CA 95113
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Questions, concerns, or just want to chat about our downtown San Jose luxury apartments? The amazing team here at The James is ready to help! Choosing your next home is an important decision. From your first visit to move-in day and beyond, we’re here for you every step of the way. Start your new life at The James by reaching out to us today!
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Keyboard to Keys
About Keyboard to Keys
It's never been easier to go from your initial online search to moving into your new home. With our new electronic leasing process you can do everything without having to step foot into the office. Of course, our team will be there to help you along the way.
Step #1
You made it! Please visit our floor plans, availability, photo gallery and virtual tours so we can get to know what you're looking for.
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Schedule a self-guided, in-person or virtual tour online. Options vary by community and include FaceTime, recorded videos, 3D virtual tours, self-guided tours and more.
Step #3
Submit your online application. Our leasing team will follow up with you and obtain any additional documentation needed (these can be emailed directly).
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Once approved, you can set-up renter's insurance and use our virtual concierge service to set up utilities, change your address, and more.
Step #5
Sign your lease, pay your rent and move-in amount electronically via our resident portal.
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You will receive a code and location for a lockbox where you can pick up your keys and move into your new home at your convenience.
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Settle in! Once this challenging time is past us, we look forward to meeting you in person.
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