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ReNew 4NinetyEight

$2,599 – $3,079/mo

  • 1–2 bedrooms
  • 1 bath
  • 635–720 sq ft
  • 3 units available
498 Boynton Ave, San Jose, CA, 95117

As of October 13, 2026, ReNew 4NinetyEight in San Jose, CA has 3 apartments for rent from $2,599 to $3,079/mo. One-bedrooms start at $2,599 and two-bedrooms at $3,079. The average asking rent has fallen 13.6% since May 7, 2026, from $3,009 to $2,599.


Floor plans

ReNew 4NinetyEight has 3 units available across 2 floor plans: a one-bedroom layout (635 sq ft) and a two-bedroom layout (720 sq ft). Prices checked October 13, 2026.

Northlake

1 Bedroom • 1 Bath • 635 Sq Ft

Starting at $2,599/mo

1 available unitPriceSq ftAvailableOpen unit
27$2,599635Oct 20

Westlake

2 Bedrooms • 1 Bath • 720 Sq Ft

Starting at $3,079/mo

2 available unitsPriceSq ftAvailableOpen unit
19$3,079720Oct 4
7$3,079720Oct 12

See all 11 units listed at ReNew 4NinetyEight, including ones no longer available.


Cost to rent here

At ReNew 4NinetyEight, a one-bedroom starts at about $2,954 a month all-in: $2,599 rent and an estimated $355 for electric, gas, water, internet, renters insurance, and laundry. A two-bedroom starts at about $3,530.

All-in from$2,954/mo

Estimates are local averages, not quotes from the property.

Can you afford it?

Most landlords ask for a monthly income of about 3× the rent, so qualifying at ReNew 4NinetyEight takes about $93,564 a year for a one-bedroom and $110,844 for a two-bedroom. Keeping the $2,954 all-in month for a one-bedroom within 35% of take-home pay takes an income of about $146,600 a year.

Total monthly housing cost

$2,954/mo

Income to afford it comfortably

$146,600/yr

Income to qualify

$93,564/yr

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Rent history

Over the past year, the average asking rent at ReNew 4NinetyEight has ranged from $2,599 to $3,259. The current average is $2,599, the lowest in the past year.

Prices reflect the average advertised rent across units listed as available each day (45 days observed).

Fees & lease terms

At ReNew 4NinetyEight, the security deposit is $500 and leases run 15 months. The listing shows $500 due at signing (security deposit).

  • Rent

    $2,599 – $3,079/mo
  • Security deposit

    $500
  • Lease term

    15 months
  • Earliest move-in

    Oct 4

Due at signing

Security Deposit

$500

Amenities

ReNew 4NinetyEight has garage or covered parking. It lists 8 amenities, including laundry centers, sparkling swimming pool, and private balcony/patio.

  • Bbq & Picnic Area

  • Freeway Access

  • Laundry Centers

  • Private Balcony/Patio

  • Reserved Covered Parking

  • Spacious Closets

  • Sparkling Swimming Pool

  • Stainless Steel Appliances


Amenity photos

  • Pool

Location

498 Boynton Ave, San Jose, CA, 95117


Resident reviews

Residents of ReNew 4NinetyEight rate location (4.1) and maintenance (3.8) highest and amenities and shared spaces (3.3) lowest.

3.4
Overall rating
Positive
Mixed
Neutral
Negative
Management3.8
Location4.1
Amenities and Shared Spaces3.3
Maintenance3.8
Building Quality3.6
Overall26 reviews

Resident experiences at this property are mixed, with strong positive feedback on maintenance responsiveness and leasing staff courtesy, but significant concerns about communication delays, unit condition issues, and noise/neighbor conduct. Common complaints include unresponsive management, maintenance delays, moisture and pest problems, and laundry equipment reliability. Positive reviews highlight professional maintenance staff, convenient location, and friendly leasing interactions.

Management responsiveness and professionalism vary significantly across resident experiences. While many residents report positive interactions with staff, prompt maintenance response, and professional communication, others describe delayed work order completion, difficulty reaching office staff, and unresponsive management. Billing practices and lease renewal terms have been a point of contention for some residents.

The property offers an affordable location with convenient access to nearby employment centers and amenities within 15 minutes driving distance. Most residents appreciate the quiet, secluded setting despite proximity to major roads. However, neighborhood safety concerns and busy street traffic are noted drawbacks, and some residents report issues with nearby construction and noise from vehicles in the parking lot.

Amenities at this property include a pool and laundry facilities, though residents report mixed experiences with their condition and availability. Shared spaces and common areas show inconsistent upkeep, with complaints about cleanliness in laundry rooms and parking areas. Parking presents challenges, including speeding vehicles and limited guest parking options. Maintenance responsiveness to facility issues varies, with some residents noting delays in addressing laundry equipment failures and other shared-space concerns.

Maintenance responsiveness varies significantly across resident experiences. Most positive reviews highlight prompt, professional service with thorough task completion, while negative reviews cite extended delays on critical repairs—including plumbing issues lasting over a year—and poor communication between maintenance, front desk, and residents regarding work order status and completion timelines.

The property shows mixed building quality with some positive maintenance and cleanliness efforts, but several residents reported significant issues including moisture and mold concerns, pest problems, heating system failures, and structural concerns like wobbly stairs and unleveled doors. Maintenance responsiveness appears inconsistent, with some residents experiencing delays in repairs and communication gaps, while others report satisfactory upkeep and community cleanliness.

Summaries are written by AI from reviews residents posted on public review sites such as Google and ApartmentRatings. Each topic shows how many of those reviews discuss it.

Getting around

ReNew 4NinetyEight is car-dependent and somewhat bikeable, and transit is minimal.

Walking
Car-dependent
Grade F
Transit
Minimal
Grade F
Biking
Somewhat bikeable
Grade D+

Climate and air quality

Air quality near ReNew 4NinetyEight was good on 151 of the past 365 days, and at its worst in October (average AQI 62, moderate). Daily highs averaged 84°F in July, the warmest month, and lows averaged 46°F in January, the coldest.

Air quality

151 good-air days

of the past 365

: Moderate, AQI 56

Temperature

84° / 46°

average July high / January low

: 73° high, 53° low

Pollen

None

Oct 13–17 forecast

Tree: none, grass: none, weed: none

MonthAverage highAverage lowAverage AQIGood-air days
January59°F46°F53 (moderate)10 of 31
February63°F47°F50 (good)14 of 28
March76°F53°F53 (moderate)8 of 31
April69°F50°F48 (good)15 of 30
May76°F54°F48 (good)16 of 31
June83°F57°F47 (good)17 of 30
July84°F59°F45 (good)22 of 31
August84°F60°F49 (good)14 of 31
September81°F58°F53 (moderate)12 of 30
October76°F55°F62 (moderate)5 of 31
November64°F50°F56 (moderate)8 of 30
December58°F47°F58 (moderate)10 of 31
Daily readings from Oct 14, 2025 to Oct 13, 2026. The pollen chart shows typical US seasons.

About this property

Comfortable living meets the charm of coastal California villas at ReNew 4NinetyEight.


Nearby schools

The closest school to ReNew 4NinetyEight is The Harker School | Middle School, a private middle school 0.4 miles away. The closest public school is Boynton High School, 0.5 miles away.

SchoolTypeLevelDistance

The Harker School | Middle School

Private · Middle
PrivateMiddle0.4 mi

Orion Montessori School LLC

Private · Elementary
PrivateElementary0.4 mi

Boynton High School

Public · High
PublicHigh0.5 mi

West Valley Middle School

Private · Middle
PrivateMiddle0.5 mi

Action Day Phelan

Private · Preschool
PrivatePreschool0.5 mi

Action Day Middle School

Private · Middle
PrivateMiddle0.5 mi

Macc Phelan Ps W Valley Mid

Private · Preschool
PrivatePreschool0.5 mi

Lynhaven Elementary School

Charter · Elementary
CharterElementary0.5 mi

Scuttlebugs Child Development Center

Private · Preschool
PrivatePreschool0.7 mi

Shalom Christian Academy

Private · Preschool
PrivatePreschool0.8 mi

Contact & management

ReNew 4NinetyEight is managed by FPA Multifamily. The leasing office's phone number is 8885462280.


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