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Pricing and Floor Plans
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Plan SC
$2,637
Studio, 1 Bath
, 568 Sq. Ft.
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1 Rental Available
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Sq. Ft.
Available
506
$2,637
568 Sq. Ft.
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Plan 1C
$2,549 - $2,647
1 Bed, 1 Bath
, 769 - 794 Sq. Ft.
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4 Rentals Available
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Price
Sq. Ft.
Available
540
$2,569
794 Sq. Ft.
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480
$2,567
794 Sq. Ft.
2/19/26
228
$2,549
769 Sq. Ft.
2/26/26
Plan 1E
$2,639 - $2,667
1 Bed, 1 Bath
, 813 Sq. Ft.
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3 Rentals Available
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Sq. Ft.
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528
$2,667
813 Sq. Ft.
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544
$2,639
813 Sq. Ft.
2/16/26
508
$2,639
813 Sq. Ft.
3/11/26
Plan 1G Townhome
$2,899 - $2,929
1 Bed, 1 Bath
, 946 Sq. Ft.
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2 Rentals Available
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475
$2,899
946 Sq. Ft.
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411
$2,929
946 Sq. Ft.
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Plan 2E Townhome
$3,629 - $3,637
2 Beds, 2.5 Baths
, 1,226 Sq. Ft.
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Feb. 7
Unit
Price
Sq. Ft.
Available
421
$3,629
1,226 Sq. Ft.
2/7/26
441
$3,637
1,226 Sq. Ft.
2/21/26
Plan 2A
$3,679 - $3,769
2 Beds, 2 Baths
, 1,212 Sq. Ft.
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Mar. 6
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Price
Sq. Ft.
Available
403
$3,679
1,212 Sq. Ft.
3/6/26
310
$3,769
1,212 Sq. Ft.
3/11/26
* Price shown is base rent and may not include non-optional fees and utilities. View Fees and Policies for details. Price, availability, fees, and any applicable rent special are subject to change without notice. * Square footage definitions vary. Displayed square footage is approximate.
* Price shown is base rent and may not include non-optional fees and utilities. View Fees and Policies for details. Price, availability, fees, and any applicable rent special are subject to change without notice. * Square footage definitions vary. Displayed square footage is approximate.
* Price shown is base rent and may not include non-optional fees and utilities. View Fees and Policies for details. Price, availability, fees, and any applicable rent special are subject to change without notice. * Square footage definitions vary. Displayed square footage is approximate.
* Price shown is base rent and may not include non-optional fees and utilities. View Fees and Policies for details. Price, availability, fees, and any applicable rent special are subject to change without notice. * Square footage definitions vary. Displayed square footage is approximate.
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We have flexible lease terms and pricing to fit your needs!
Property Information
Built in 2000
333 units / 5 stories
Fees and Policies
The fees below are based on community-supplied data and may exclude additional fees and utilities.
One-Time Basics
Due at Application
Application Fee Per Applicant
$48
Application Fee Per Applicant
$48
Due at Move-In
Administrative Fee
$0
Administrative Fee
$0
Cats
Cats Allowed
Restrictions
A deposit of $500 is required for up to 2 pets.
Comments
Pets must be spayed/neutered.
Dogs
Dogs Allowed
Restrictions
A deposit of $500 is required for up to 2 pets. We do not allow guardian dog breeds/crossbreeds, such as Alaskan Malamutes, Rottweilers, Doberman Pinschers, Pit Bulls, German Shepherds, Akitas, Bullmastiffs, Mastiffs, Wolf Dogs or any dog that the landlord believes is a related breed. Restrictions are subject to change without notice. Restrictions do not apply to dogs that aid disabled individuals for equal access to housing.
Comments
Pets must be spayed/neutered.
Situational
Late Fee
$0
Security Deposit - Non-Refundable
$0
Property Fee Disclaimer Based on community-supplied data and independent market research. Subject to change without notice. May exclude fees for mandatory or optional services and usage-based utilities.
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Parking
Pet friendly
Dry cleaning services available
Online resident portal
Airbnb-friendly community
Night Patrol
Apartment Features
Air Conditioning
Balcony
Crown Molding
Dishwasher
Granite Countertops
Hardwood Floors
Heating
High Ceilings
Pantry
Smoke Free
Stainless Steel Appliances
Vaulted Ceiling
Washer/Dryer
Community Features
Courtyard
Elevator
Fitness Center
Maintenance on site
Wi-Fi
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Eat & Drink
Groceries
Coffee
Banks
Shopping
Fitness
Points of Interest
Neighborhood Scores
Walk Score ®
Walker's Paradise98 / 100
Transit Score ®
Excellent Transit73 / 100
Bike Score ®
Biker's Paradise93 / 100
Soundscore ™
Busy64 / 100
Transit
Subway
2 min Drive
Subway
1 min Drive
Subway
1 min Drive
Subway
2 min Drive
Subway
1 min Drive
Commuter Rail
4 min Drive
Commuter Rail
4 min Drive
Airport
Norman Y Mineta San Jose International
7 min Drive
Moving to Sun, San Jose, CA
Shopping Centers
Shoppers will appreciate 101 San Fernando proximity to The Pavilion, Paseo Plaza, and San Antonio Plaza. The Pavilion is 0.4 miles away, and Paseo Plaza is within a 4 minute walk.
Commuting
With a TransitScore of 73, 101 San Fernando has excellent transit, including 10 transit stops within 2 miles. Transit options include Santa Clara Station Southbound and Paseo De San Antonio Station Southbound.
Parks and Recreation
Recreational activities near 101 San Fernando are plentiful. Discover 5 parks within 1.3 miles, including Japanese Friendship Garden Regional Park, The Tech Museum of Innovation, and McEnery Park.
Airports
Living in Sun provides easy access to Norman Y Mineta San Jose International, located just 7 minutes from 101 San Fernando. Another nearby airport is Metro Oakland International, located 35.9 miles away.
Military Bases
There are 2 military bases near San Jose, CA: US Army Reserve Center and Army National Guard San Jose. The closest is US Army Reserve Center which is 1.8 miles away from 101 San Fernando.
We offer Self-Guided Tours by Appointment Only. Located at the heart of downtown San Jose, CA, 101 San Fernando apartment homes offer the perfect combination of convenience, style, and culture. Select your new home from among our 18 incredible floor... plans, including studio, one-, two-, and three-bedroom apartments. Each of our apartment homes for rent is designed with comfort and convenience in mind and features wood-style flooring, stainless steel appliances, quartz countertops, and an in-unit washer and dryer. You’ll feel right at home as you step through your front door and are greeted by bright, open layouts, polished fixtures, and sleek finishes. Around our community, enjoy an array of amenities, including a 24-hour fitness center. Our pet-friendly apartment homes are surrounded by a variety of attractions as well, with venues like the San Jose Improv Comedy Club and the Tech Museum of Innovation only a few blocks from your front door. Our downtown location is also conveniently situated close to central hubs like San Jose State University and San Jose’s historic San Pedro Square. If it’s further adventure you seek, you’ll be poised to traverse all of Silicon Valley, with the intersections of highways 280 and 97 just a mile away. Price reflected is base rent and does not include mandatory or optional fees. Detailed fee information and fee schedules can be found on the community's Leasing Info page on our Essex website.
We offer Self-Guided Tours by Appointment Only. Located at the heart of downtown San Jose, CA, 101 San Fernando apartment homes offer the perfect combination of convenience, style, and culture. Select your new home from among our 18 incredible floor plans, including studio, one-, two-, and three-bedroom apartments. Each of our apartment homes for rent is designed with comfort and convenience in mind and features wood-style flooring, stainless steel appliances, quartz countertops, and an in-unit washer and dryer. You’ll feel right at home as you step through your front door and are greeted by bright, open layouts, polished fixtures, and sleek finishes. Around our community, enjoy an array of amenities, including a 24-hour fitness center. Our pet-friendly apartment homes are surrounded by a variety of attractions as well, with venues like the San Jose Improv Comedy Club and the Tech Museum of Innovation only a few blocks from your front door. Our downtown location is also conveniently situated close to central hubs like San Jose State University and San Jose’s historic San Pedro Square. If it’s further adventure you seek, you’ll be poised to traverse all of Silicon Valley, with the intersections of highways 280 and 97 just a mile away. Price reflected is base rent and does not include mandatory or optional fees. Detailed fee information and fee schedules can be found on the community's Leasing Info page on our Essex website.
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Property Address: 101 E San Fernando St, San Jose, CA 95112
I am extremely disappointed with my experience here. Things are so bad I am breaking the lease. The management is unresponsive and unhelpful, often replying with “it is what it is” and claiming they cannot do anything to address issues. Safety is a major concern here. There have been multiple instances of mail theft from inside the mailroom, which is unacceptable. Additionally, homeless individuals frequently litter around the complex and store their belongings inside the building, causing a... terrible smell and creating an unsafe environment for residents. The hygiene standards are abysmal, with trash and filth everywhere. I would not recommend this place to anyone looking for a safe and clean living environment.
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6/24/24
don’t move here, you’ve been warned
no security cameras, lost packages from package room, shady /lying management. i can go on..
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We apologize for the issues you've encountered. Your experience is important to us, and we'd like to discuss this further with you. Please reach out to us at your earliest convenience so we can address your concerns directly. Edgar L., Community... Relations Manager
2/17/23
Shady Management - No Office
I was given a brief informal tour of the amenities at San Fernando, and I was misinformed by the front office lady that there is a pool and a spa. After looking around I believed her as there are many signs throughout the building that there exists a spa.
I applied for the apartment and put down a $350 holding fee. After almost a week, I received a text message and email that I was approved for the room without being warned that my $350 holding fee would be taken after 48 hours of that text. I... was very busy, and frankly, no longer interested in San Fernando after hearing more horror stories of the management, homeless problems, and security issues. I finally got back to the text message, and I was informed that I lost the $350. I asked to speak to her manager haven't come into contact with him. I was never given the managers email or direct phone number, I was just called by him during work hours for the following week by the generic San Fernando number, and a voicemail without setting down a specific time to talk. Whenever I call back, I get taken to the automated messaging which never puts me on the phone with management.
Be careful, this company thrives off of unexperienced college renters.
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11/18/21
Attitude changes after renting. MONEY MAKING MACHINE
Had a really bad experience with the team at 101 San Fernando. They are very polite to you until the time you rent from them. Once the money is paid, their attitude changes. They do not respond to emails and calls and they start being rude. They only want to make money and be sure of the fact that even if you die, they will send a bill to your grave and ask you to pay. I had an unfortunate incident in my family right after I started my lease. I hadn't even moved into the apartment. I informed... the management and requested them to cancel my lease as soon as possible as I had to move out of the country indefinitely. From a different country, in the midst of a family crisis, I had to make multiple calls with them as they wouldn't even talk with anyone else (I had requested a friend of mine to visit them and talk on my behalf). THEY SIMPLY DO NOT CARE ABOUT ANYTHING ELSE OTHER THAN MONEY. On their website they display a "30 day satisfaction period". This is a fake advertisement. You cannot just end your lease within this 30 period. They will ask you to pay the rent for the next month.
So even without staying a single day in the apartment, I had to pay almost 2 months rent, all sorts of utilities and on top of that they charged me ~$200 dollars for cleaning the apartment after termination. So I lost $4600 for an apartment in which I never stayed. This money I could have used for my family's medical expenses.
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7/13/21
UNPROFESSIONAL AND RUDE
HORRIBLE CUSTOMER SERVICE !!!!!!SOOOOO UNPROFESSIONAL!!!!So let me start with how unorganized this management team is. 3 different leasing agents helped me out. Kept getting different information about my process . I was told I was accepted, however after getting the news, another person calling with an attitude to tell us we wereaccepted, literally minutes later Kristen calls to tell us we’re not. Didn’t give us a reason at all and refused to tell us why…... Continued to receive receipts from... the after the fact !!!! VERY UNPROFESSIONAL!!!!! They don’t communicate with each other obviously. They took a month on my application. That’s funny to me because I applied elsewhere after the fact and got accepted in 2 days &&& it’s a nicer apartment building!!After seeing the reviews I saw they have done this to other people, asking for an extra 4K is ridiculous. I have never experienced something like this applying at other places in the past .