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The Ryden Apartments

$3,125 – $4,997/mo

  • 1–3 bedrooms
  • 1–2 baths
  • 639–1,470 sq ft
  • 10 units available
  • Pet friendly
138 Balbach St, San Jose, CA, 95110

As of October 14, 2026, The Ryden Apartments in San Jose, CA has 10 apartments for rent from $3,125 to $4,997/mo. One-bedrooms start at $3,125, two-bedrooms at $3,983, and three-bedrooms at $4,906. The average asking rent has risen 9.6% since March 25, 2026, from $3,621 to $3,969.


Floor plans

The Ryden Apartments has 10 units available across 8 floor plans: 3 one-bedroom layouts (639–810 sq ft), 3 two-bedroom layouts (1,056–1,470 sq ft), and 2 three-bedroom layouts (1,206–1,354 sq ft). Prices checked October 14, 2026.

A1B

1 Bedroom • 1 Bath • 639 Sq Ft

Starting at $3,125/mo

1 available unitPriceSq ftAvailableOpen unit
201$3,125639Oct 29

A1

1 Bedroom • 1 Bath • 690 Sq Ft

Starting at $3,135/mo

2 available unitsPriceSq ftAvailableOpen unit
127$3,135690Oct 27
403$3,225690Oct 29

A2

1 Bedroom • 1 Bath • 810 Sq Ft

Starting at $3,403/mo

1 available unitPriceSq ftAvailableOpen unit
417$3,403810Oct 29

B4

2 Bedrooms • 2 Baths • 1,070 Sq Ft

Starting at $3,983/mo

1 available unitPriceSq ftAvailableOpen unit
321$3,9831,070Jul 14

B7

2 Bedrooms • 2 Baths • 1,056 Sq Ft

Starting at $4,155/mo

2 available unitsPriceSq ftAvailableOpen unit
415$4,1551,056Jul 7
416$4,2051,056Oct 17

B2A + Den

2 Bedrooms • 2 Baths • 1,470 Sq Ft

Starting at $4,658/mo

1 available unitPriceSq ftAvailableOpen unit
315$4,6581,470Jun 4

C2A

3 Bedrooms • 2 Baths • 1,206 Sq Ft

Starting at $4,906/mo

1 available unitPriceSq ftAvailableOpen unit
407$4,9061,206Aug 9

C1

3 Bedrooms • 2 Baths • 1,354 Sq Ft

Starting at $4,997/mo

1 available unitPriceSq ftAvailableOpen unit
209$4,9971,354Jul 24

See all 32 units listed at The Ryden Apartments, including ones no longer available.


Cost to rent here

At The Ryden Apartments, a one-bedroom starts at about $4,347 a month all-in: $3,125 rent, $899 in listed fees, and an estimated $323 for electric, gas, water, internet, and renters insurance. A two-bedroom starts at about $5,301 and a three-bedroom at about $6,351.

All-in from$4,347/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 Ryden Apartments takes about $112,500 a year for a one-bedroom, $143,388 for a two-bedroom, and $176,616 for a three-bedroom. Keeping the $4,347 all-in month for a one-bedroom within 35% of take-home pay takes an income of about $224,600 a year.

Total monthly housing cost

$4,347/mo

Income to afford it comfortably

$224,600/yr

Income to qualify

$112,500/yr

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$ —/mo

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Rent history

Over the past year, the average asking rent at The Ryden Apartments has ranged from $3,354 to $4,716. The current average is $3,969, up $348 (9.6%) from $3,621 at the start.

Prices reflect the average advertised rent across units listed as available each day (162 days observed).

Fees & lease terms

At The Ryden Apartments, the security deposit is $600. The listing shows $898.98 a month in fees (parking tandem $275, short term rental $200, parking $175, and 4 more) and $1,785.67 due at signing (holding deposit $600, security deposit $600, pet deposit $500, and 2 more).

  • Rent

    $3,125 – $4,997/mo
  • Security deposit

    $600
  • Earliest move-in

    Jun 4

Monthly fees

Common Area/Clubhouse Rental

$150/mo

Parking

$175/mo

Parking - Tandem

$275/mo

Pet Rent

$75/mo

Renters Liability/Content - Property Program

$17.92/mo

Short Term Rental

$200/mo

Utility - Billing Administrative Fee

$6.06/mo

Due at signing

Application Fee

$55.67

Holding Deposit (Refundable)

$600

Pet Deposit (Refundable)

$500

Pet Management - Third Party

$30

Security Deposit (Refundable)

$600

Amenities

The Ryden Apartments is pet friendly and has parking on site and in-unit washers and dryers. It lists 15 amenities, including fitness center, covered patio w/fireplace, and dishwasher.

  • Air Conditioning

  • Basement Assigned Parking

  • Bike Storage Room

  • Clubhouse W/Kitchen

  • Covered Patio W/Fireplace

  • Dishwasher

  • Dog Park

  • Fitness Center

  • Grill Stations & Picnic Tables

  • Patio/Balcony

  • Pet Friendly

  • Secure Access Entry Points

  • Smoke Free

  • Two Central Located Elevators

  • Washer/Dryer


Location

138 Balbach St, San Jose, CA, 95110


Resident reviews

Residents of The Ryden Apartments rate management (3.5) and location (3.4) highest and building quality (2.4) lowest.

3.4
Overall rating
Positive
Mixed
Neutral
Negative
Management3.5
Location3.4
Building Quality2.4
Amenities and Shared Spaces2.5
Maintenance2.5
Overall35 reviews

The Ryden offers a well-located downtown property with spacious floor plans and responsive maintenance staff, but residents report persistent building access failures and delayed repairs. Key concerns include non-functional key fobs and elevators, package theft from the mailroom, and inconsistent management communication and responsiveness. While some residents praise specific staff members and appreciate the quiet community and convenient location, systemic maintenance issues and security concerns have driven multiple residents to leave.

Management responsiveness and communication are inconsistent, with some residents reporting attentive, professional staff who address concerns promptly, while others describe difficulty reaching management, unresolved issues, and administrative errors persisting for months. Common operational challenges include limited office hours, delayed responses to maintenance and billing inquiries, and documentation gaps affecting lease records. Positive experiences highlight staff professionalism and quick maintenance response when contact is established, though building-level infrastructure issues (elevators, access systems) have experienced prolonged delays in resolution.

The property offers a convenient downtown location with good walkability to shops, restaurants, and transit access, though some residents note the surrounding street can feel sketchy at night. Parking is generally manageable with security features, and proximity to freeways is appreciated. However, multiple residents report persistent maintenance issues including non-functional elevators, broken door access systems, and package delivery problems that management has failed to resolve over extended periods, creating frustration despite the location's appeal.

Building access systems are a persistent problem, with key fob readers and front door entry mechanisms frequently non-functional for extended periods. Elevator service is significantly impacted, with only one of two elevators operational for months to over a year at a time. Common area maintenance issues include overflowing trash bins, cleanliness concerns in shared spaces, and delayed response to maintenance requests. Noise insulation is generally adequate, though some residents report issues with fire alarm systems and unsecured vents.

Residents report persistent issues with building access systems, including non-functional key sensors at entry points and elevators that have required repeated attempts to operate. Package delivery and mailroom management present ongoing challenges, with residents unable to retrieve packages due to missing access codes and reports of theft from the mailroom. Common-area maintenance concerns include inconsistent elevator functionality (with one elevator out of service for extended periods), broken front door access, and periodic overflow of trash bins. Positive feedback highlights the gym, pool, and dog park amenities when maintained.

Maintenance responsiveness and building system reliability are significant concerns at this property. Residents report extended delays for major repairs (3+ months documented), with critical systems like elevators, door access, and HVAC frequently non-functional or unreliable. Communication gaps between ownership and management compound resolution timelines, though day-to-day minor repairs are generally addressed. Common issues include single working elevator, broken key fob/door readers, HVAC failures, and package delivery system problems.

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

The Ryden Apartments is very walkable and very bikeable, and transit is limited.

Walking
Very walkable
Grade A
Transit
Limited
Grade D+
Biking
Very bikeable
Grade A

Climate and air quality

Air quality near The Ryden Apartments was good on 150 of the past 365 days, and at its worst in October (average AQI 63, moderate). Daily highs averaged 85°F in July, the warmest month, and lows averaged 44°F in January, the coldest.

Air quality

150 good-air days

of the past 365

: Moderate, AQI 53

Temperature

85° / 44°

average July high / January low

: 79° high, 52° low

Pollen

None

Oct 14–18 forecast

Tree: none, grass: none, weed: none

MonthAverage highAverage lowAverage AQIGood-air days
January59°F44°F53 (moderate)10 of 31
February64°F46°F50 (good)14 of 28
March78°F52°F53 (moderate)8 of 31
April70°F50°F48 (good)15 of 30
May77°F54°F48 (good)16 of 31
June83°F58°F47 (good)17 of 30
July85°F60°F45 (good)22 of 31
August84°F60°F49 (good)14 of 31
September82°F58°F53 (moderate)12 of 30
October77°F54°F63 (moderate)4 of 31
November64°F49°F56 (moderate)8 of 30
December57°F45°F58 (moderate)10 of 31
Daily readings from Oct 15, 2025 to Oct 14, 2026. The pollen chart shows typical US seasons.

About this property

The Ryden Apartments is a 101-unit building in San Jose, CA.

Located in Downtown San Jose's SoFA district, are modern apartments surrounded by an urban environment. Choose from our one, two, and three-bedroom apartment homes to suit your lifestyle. The Ryden Downtown San Jose apartments feature a grand lobby with smart mailboxes to accommodate packages from Amazon, an indoor and outdoor club room, fitness center with personalized programming, and a dog park. The Ryden apartments in Downtown San Jose, CA, offers luxury for lease residences walking distance to great dining, transit, adjacent to freeways, parks, museums, and theaters. Greystar California, Inc. DBA Greystar - Broker License No. 1525765

  • Building

    Apartment · Mid-Rise
  • Total units

    101

Nearby schools

The closest school to The Ryden Apartments is Rocketship Mateo Sheedy Elementary School, a charter elementary school 0.4 miles away. The closest public school is Washington Elementary School, 0.6 miles away.

SchoolTypeLevelDistance

Rocketship Mateo Sheedy Elementary School

Charter · Elementary
CharterElementary0.4 mi

Head Start Center

Private · Preschool
PrivatePreschool0.4 mi

Washington Elementary School

Public · Elementary
PublicElementary0.6 mi

Our Lady Of Grace

Private · Middle
PrivateMiddle0.7 mi

Sacred Heart Nativity School

Private · Middle
PrivateMiddle0.7 mi

Autumn Wonderland YMCA Child Care Center

Private · Preschool
PrivatePreschool1.0 mi

Downtown College Preparatory School

Charter · High
CharterHigh1.1 mi

Rocketship Alma Academy

Charter · Elementary
CharterElementary1.1 mi

Downtown College Preparatory Middle

Charter · Middle
CharterMiddle1.1 mi

Private Educational Network School

Private · High
PrivateHigh1.2 mi

Contact & management

The Ryden Apartments is managed by Greystar. The leasing office's phone number is 833-353-2366.


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