
549 N 21st St, San Jose, CA 95112
What This House Offers
Welcome to 549 N 21st St, San Jose, CA 95112, a 3-bedroom, 2-bathroom single-family home offering approximately 1,550 sq. ft. of living space. Built in 1962,... this home is located in the Northside area of Central San Jose, near historic Japantown, Downtown San Jose, shopping, dining, schools, public transportation, and major commuter routes.
The home features a single-story floor plan with spacious living areas and a full kitchen. Additional features include air conditioning, in-unit laundry, an attached two-car garage, and a large backyard. The property sits on an approximately 6,200 sq. ft. lot, providing plenty of outdoor space.
Home Features
• 3 bedrooms
• 2 bathrooms
• Approximately 1,550 sq. ft.
• Built in 1962
• Single-family home
• Single-story floor plan
• Spacious living areas
• Full kitchen
• Air conditioning
• In-unit laundry
• Attached two-car garage
• Large backyard
• Approximately 6,200 sq. ft. lot
• Front and Backyard landscaping will be done
Location
• Northside area of Central San Jose
• Near historic Japantown
• Convenient access to Downtown San Jose
• Near SAP Center and local entertainment
• Access to nearby BART and public transportation
• Close to shopping, restaurants, parks, and everyday services
• Convenient access to major commuter routes
Schools
• San José Unified School District
• Nearby schools may include:
• Empire Gardens Elementary School
• Muwekma Ohlone Middle School
• San Jose High School
Prospective tenants are encouraged to verify school attendance boundaries directly with the San José Unified School District.
Don't miss the opportunity to make this spacious and conveniently located San Jose property your next home. Contact us today to schedule a showing or submit an application.
1-year lease. Tenant pays all utilities.
Unit
- $5,000 / month
- 3 Beds
- 2 Baths
- 1600 sq. ft.
- Available Now
549 N 21st St is a single-family home for rent in San Jose, CA
Fees and Policies
The fees below are based on community-supplied data and may exclude additional fees and utilities.
One-Time Basics
Due at Move-In
- Security Deposit - Refundable$5,000
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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San Jose, CA 95112
Area Scores
Walkability
Moderately walkable60 / 100
Transit
Some public transit50 / 100
Driveability
Exceptionally drivable100 / 100
Bikeability
Moderately bikeable70 / 100
Soundscore ™
Active76 / 100
Travel and Transit

Local Education
Primary and Secondary Schools
Empire Gardens Elementary School
Grades K-5
Public
James Leitch Elementary School
Grades PK-5
Public
Muwekma Ohlone Middle
Grades 6-8
Public
Five Wounds School
Grades K-8
Private
St. Patrick Elementary School
Grades PK-8
Private
San Jose High School
Grades 9-12
Public
Cristo Rey San Jose High School
Grades 9-12
Private
Data provided by GreatSchools.org © 2026. All rights reserved.
Colleges and Universities
School
Commute Time (Distance)
San Jose State University
Drive: 5 min (1.9 mi)
Santa Clara University
Drive: 11 min (5.5 mi)
Palmer College of Chiropractic West Campus
Drive: 12 min (6.2 mi)
San Jose City College
Drive: 11 min (6.5 mi)
Discover Northside, San Jose, CA
Shopping Centers
Shoppers will appreciate 549 N 21st St proximity to 1201 E Julian St, 1304 E Julian St, and 1130 E Santa Clara St. 1201 E Julian St is 0.7 miles away, and 1304 E Julian St is within a 17 minute walk.
Commuting
With a TransitScore of 50, 549 N 21st St has some public transit, including 10 transit stops within 4.3 miles. Transit options include Berryessa / North San Jose and Japantown/Ayer Station.
Parks and Recreation
Recreational activities near 549 N 21st St are plentiful. Discover 5 parks within 3.1 miles, including Japanese Friendship Garden Regional Park, The Tech Museum of Innovation, and McEnery Park.
Airports
Living in Northside provides easy access to Norman Y Mineta San Jose International, located just 9 minutes from 549 N 21st St. Another nearby airport is Metro Oakland International, located 35.3 miles away.
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