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The Platform Urban Apartments

$3,123 – $5,116/mo

  • Studio–2 bedrooms
  • 1–2 baths
  • 622–1,310 sq ft
  • 22 units available
1501 Berryessa Rd, San Jose, CA 95133

As of October 13, 2026, The Platform Urban Apartments in San Jose, CA has 22 apartments for rent from $3,123 to $5,116/mo. Studios start at $3,476, one-bedrooms at $3,123, and two-bedrooms at $4,391. The average asking rent has fallen 8.1% since May 8, 2026, from $4,111 to $3,778.


Floor plans

The Platform Urban Apartments has 22 units available across 6 floor plans: a studio layout (622 sq ft), 3 one-bedroom layouts (730–826 sq ft), and 2 two-bedroom layouts (1,082–1,310 sq ft). Prices checked October 13, 2026.

S1

Studio • 1 Bath • 622 Sq Ft

Starting at $3,476/mo

1 available unitPriceSq ftAvailableOpen unit
0566$3,476622Oct 28

A1

1 Bedroom • 1 Bath • 730 Sq Ft

Starting at $3,123/mo

2 available unitsPriceSq ftAvailableOpen unit
0139$3,446730Oct 12
0433$3,123730Oct 31

A3

1 Bedroom • 1 Bath • 757 Sq Ft

Starting at $3,138/mo

5 available unitsPriceSq ftAvailableOpen unit
0304$3,159757Oct 12
0356$3,209757Oct 12
1423$3,295757Oct 12
2251$3,138757Oct 17
2551$3,338757Oct 25

A2

1 Bedroom • 1 Bath • 762 – 826 Sq Ft

Starting at $3,178/mo

6 available unitsPriceSq ftAvailableOpen unit
2530$3,396762Oct 11
2450$3,178762Oct 12
0272$3,202765Oct 12
2422$3,234762Oct 12
1429$3,255762Oct 12
2309$3,373826Oct 16

B1

2 Bedrooms • 2 Baths • 1,082 – 1,084 Sq Ft

Starting at $4,391/mo

6 available unitsPriceSq ftAvailableOpen unit
2345$4,5061,082Oct 12
1316$4,4161,084Oct 15
2204$4,4261,082Oct 17
1314$4,3911,084Oct 18
2206$4,4261,082Oct 20
0273$4,4061,083Nov 8

B4

2 Bedrooms • 2 Baths • 1,271 – 1,310 Sq Ft

Starting at $4,939/mo

2 available unitsPriceSq ftAvailableOpen unit
2411$4,9391,271Oct 12
0508$5,1161,310Oct 12

See all 109 units listed at The Platform Urban Apartments, including ones no longer available.


Cost to rent here

At The Platform Urban Apartments, a studio starts at about $3,812 a month all-in: $3,476 rent and an estimated $336 for electric, gas, water, internet, renters insurance, and laundry. A one-bedroom starts at about $3,478 and a two-bedroom at about $4,842.

All-in from$3,812/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 The Platform Urban Apartments takes about $125,136 a year for a studio, $112,428 for a one-bedroom, and $158,076 for a two-bedroom. Keeping the $3,812 all-in month for a studio within 35% of take-home pay takes an income of about $195,300 a year.

Total monthly housing cost

$3,812/mo

Income to afford it comfortably

$195,300/yr

Income to qualify

$125,136/yr

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Rent history

Over the past year, the average asking rent at The Platform Urban Apartments has ranged from $3,569 to $4,111. The current average is $3,778, down $333 (8.1%) from $4,111 at the start.

Prices reflect the average advertised rent across units listed as available each day (133 days observed).

Fees & lease terms

At The Platform Urban Apartments, leases run 12 months.

  • Rent

    $3,123 – $5,116/mo
  • Lease term

    12 months
  • Earliest move-in

    Oct 11

Amenities

The Platform Urban Apartments has garage or covered parking. It lists 21 amenities, including pool view and oversized walk-in closets.

  • 2 Resident Social Lounges With Demonstration Kitchen And Shuffleboard Table

  • 9 To 18-Foot Ceilings

  • Built To Leed® Gold Certified

  • Community Events

  • Controlled-Access Bike Storage And Bike Repair Room

  • Conveniently Located Near I-880, I-680 And Us-101

  • Co-Working Lounge With Complimentary Wi-Fi

  • Electric Car Charging Stations

  • Flexible Rent Payment Schedule With Flex Rent More Info On Flexible Rent Payment Schedule With Flex Rent

  • Get Rewarded For Paying Rent And Shopping Local

  • Minutes From The Berryessa Bart Extension Station

  • Multi-Level Parking Garage

  • Onsite Retail With Unique Eateries And Shopping Right At Your Doorstep

  • Oversized Walk-In Closets

  • Package Locker With 24/7 Access To Packages

  • Polished Quartz Countertops

  • Roller Shades

  • Subway Tile Kitchen Backsplash

  • Wood-Style Plank Flooring

  • Penthouse

  • Pool View


Amenity photos

  • Game room

Resident reviews

The Platform Urban Apartments has a 3.7 out of 5 rating from more than 200 resident reviews. Residents rate maintenance (3.7) and management (3.2) highest and building quality (2.6) lowest.

3.7 · 200+ reviews
Overall rating
Positive
Mixed
Neutral
Negative
Management3.2
Maintenance3.7
Amenities and Shared Spaces2.9
Building Quality2.6
Location2.9
Overall123 reviews

Platform Urban Apartments offers modern, well-maintained units with strong maintenance responsiveness for in-unit issues and generally positive leasing staff interactions during move-in. However, residents report significant challenges with communication responsiveness, recurring plumbing problems in some units, multiple undisclosed fees (parking, amenities, third-party services), and inconsistent management follow-up on non-urgent requests and common area maintenance.

Management responsiveness and communication are inconsistent, with residents reporting significant delays in addressing maintenance requests, billing inquiries, and administrative matters—sometimes taking days or weeks for follow-up. While some staff members receive consistent praise for professionalism and helpfulness, others have been described as dismissive or rude, creating a divided experience. Office accessibility issues, including difficulty reaching staff by phone and unclear availability, compound frustration. Positive experiences often correlate with specific staff members, suggesting service quality varies considerably depending on who handles a resident's needs.

Maintenance response times and quality are inconsistent across the property. While many residents report quick, professional service for in-unit repairs like plumbing and appliance fixes, others describe prolonged delays, unresolved issues, and work orders marked complete without actual repairs. Common problems include recurring plumbing backups, pest control follow-up, and slow response to common-area maintenance like broken stairwell doors and handles.

Amenities at this property include a pool, gym, and game room, though the gym and lounge WiFi has experienced extended outages. Common areas show mixed maintenance: hallways, stairwells, and shared spaces frequently have cleanliness and upkeep issues including stains and odors, while unit-level maintenance is generally responsive. Parking is limited relative to unit count, with some residents charged monthly fees; package theft and delivery confusion are recurring concerns. Amenity access restrictions—such as early closing times (10 PM) and paid reservations for the game room—have generated resident dissatisfaction.

Building maintenance and common area upkeep are significant concerns, with recurring issues including pest infestations, plumbing problems, broken elevators, and neglected hallways and stairwells. While in-unit maintenance staff are generally responsive, external building systems and common areas experience slow repairs and extended downtime. Management responsiveness to maintenance requests varies, with some residents reporting work orders marked complete without actual repairs being performed.

The property benefits from a convenient location near grocery stores and parks, with pleasant walkability in the surrounding neighborhood. However, residents report significant challenges with maintenance responsiveness, management communication, and parking-related issues including vehicle security concerns. Staff professionalism at the leasing office is inconsistent, with some residents reporting courteous service while others experienced unprofessional interactions.

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.

About this property

Live a life set in motion in the heart of all San Jose has to offer. Enjoy a truly modern urban living experience - take a dip in one of two resort-style pools, fine-tune your workout routine in our indoor/outdoor fitness centers, pamper your furry pal at the dog wash and spa, or spend an afternoon on the terrace lounge - all right here at The Platform Urban Apartments.


Nearby schools

SchoolTypeLevelDistance

Ace Charter High

Charter · High
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Adult Education Program

Public · High
PublicHigh—

Yerba Buena Children's Center

Private · Preschool
PrivatePreschool—

Voyager's Child Care Center

Private · Preschool
PrivatePreschool—

KIPP San Jose Collegiate

Charter · High
CharterHigh—

Ben Painter Elementary School

Public · Elementary
PublicElementary—

William Sheppard Middle School

Public · Middle
PublicMiddle—

Adult Education Eastside Union

Public · High
PublicHigh—

Independence High Chldrn's Center

Private · Preschool
PrivatePreschool—

Stellar Learning Academy

Private · High
PrivateHigh—

Contact & management

The Platform Urban Apartments is managed by MG Properties. The leasing office's phone number is (844) 263-5142.


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