Amberwood Apartments
1543 Ambergrove Dr,
San Jose, CA 95131
$2,700 - $4,100
1-3 Beds
521 S 5th St
521 S 5th St,
San Jose,
CA
95112
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About 521 S 5th St San Jose, CA 95112
Experience San Jose living at 521 S 5th St. Located in the 95112 area of San Jose on S. 5th St., you have an easy connection to enjoyable points of interest. Here at this community, the team of leasing professionals is available to assist you in finding your perfect apartment. Come for a visit to see the available floorplan options. Stop by to ask about the current floorplan availability.
521 S 5th St is an apartment community located in Santa Clara County and the 95112 ZIP Code. This area is served by the San Jose Unified School District attendance zone.
Community Amenities
- 24 Hour Access
Apartment Features
Hardwood Floors
Refrigerator
Tub/Shower
Disposal
- Storage Space
- Tub/Shower
- Disposal
- Kitchen
- Range
- Refrigerator
- Hardwood Floors
521 S 5th St,
San Jose,
CA
95112
Sun is the perfect neighborhood for students, professionals, city lovers, and art aficionados. Nestled right next to bustling Downtown San Jose and south of San Jose State University, Sun is a highly walkable neighborhood. William Street anchors the neighborhood with tons of diverse restaurants along the road while the namesake park offers residents a breath of fresh air.
With close proximity to the heart of the city, Sun affords residents quick access to premiere entertainment venues, galleries, museums, breweries, pubs, eateries, and more. Admire one-of-a-kind art pieces at the San Jose Institute of Contemporary Art, catch a show at the California Theater, and devour all-you-can-eat barbecue at Taurinus Brazilian Steak House. Sun is also convenient to the Happy Hollow Park and Zoo. Essentially, the Sun neighborhood allows you to enjoy all the wonders of city life in a low-key environment.
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Average Prices by Area
Compare neighborhood and city base rent averages by bedroom.
| Sun | San Jose, CA | |
|---|---|---|
| Studio | $1,708 | $2,342 |
| 1 Bedroom | $1,945 | $2,701 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $2,726 | $3,396 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $2,577 | $4,165 |
Education
| Colleges & Universities | Distance | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Colleges & Universities | Distance | ||
| Walk: | 10 min | 0.5 mi | |
| Drive: | 6 min | 3.5 mi | |
| Drive: | 11 min | 4.7 mi | |
| Drive: | 13 min | 7.5 mi |
521 S 5th St is within 10 minutes or 0.5 mile from San Jose State University. It is also near San Jose City College and Santa Clara University.
Schools
Public Elementary School
Grades K-5
715 Students
Nearby
Public Elementary School
Grades K-5
362 Students
Nearby
Public Elementary School
Grades K-5
385 Students
Attendance Zone
Public Elementary School
Grades K-5
247 Students
Nearby
Public Middle School
Grades 6-8
910 Students
Attendance Zone
Public High School
Grades 9-12
1,590 Students
Attendance Zone
Private Elementary & Middle School
Grades PK-8
199 Students
Nearby
Private High School
Grades 9-12
681 Students
Nearby
School data provided by
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Transportation options available in San Jose include Paseo De San Antonio Station Southbound, located 0.6 mile from 521 S 5th St. 521 S 5th St is near Norman Y Mineta San Jose International, located 4.2 miles or 9 minutes away, and Metro Oakland International, located 36.6 miles or 48 minutes away.
| Transit / Subway | Distance | ||
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| Transit / Subway | Distance | ||
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Walk: | 11 min | 0.6 mi |
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Walk: | 11 min | 0.6 mi |
| Walk: | 12 min | 0.7 mi | |
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Walk: | 13 min | 0.7 mi |
| Walk: | 16 min | 0.8 mi |
| Commuter Rail | Distance | ||
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| Commuter Rail | Distance | ||
| Drive: | 4 min | 1.6 mi | |
| Drive: | 4 min | 1.6 mi | |
| Drive: | 5 min | 1.8 mi | |
| Drive: | 4 min | 2.1 mi | |
| Drive: | 5 min | 2.6 mi |
| Airports | Distance | ||
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| Airports | Distance | ||
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Norman Y Mineta San Jose International
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Drive: | 9 min | 4.2 mi |
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Metro Oakland International
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Drive: | 48 min | 36.6 mi |
Walkability Near 521 S 5th St San Jose, CA 95112
Getting Around
What do Walkability, Transit, Drivability, and Bikeability mean?
Walkability measures the walking distance to day-to-day needs.
Transit measures access to public transportation.
Drivability measures congestion, parking availability, and access to major roads.
Bikeability measures the suitability for cycling.
How It Works
Moderately Walkable
Walkability
60
/ 100
Good Public Transit
Transit
60
/ 100
Exceptionally Drivable
Drivability
90
/ 100
Moderately Bikeable
Bikeability
70
/ 100
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What do Walkability, Transit, Drivability, and Bikeability mean?
Walkability measures the walking distance to day-to-day needs.
Transit measures access to public transportation.
Drivability measures congestion, parking availability, and access to major roads.
Bikeability measures the suitability for cycling.
How It Works
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HowLoud What is a Sound Score Rating? A Sound Score Rating aggregates noise caused by vehicle traffic, airplane traffic and local sources. How It WorksTime and distance from 521 S 5th St.
| Shopping Centers | Distance | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Shopping Centers | Distance | ||
| Walk: | 7 min | 0.4 mi | |
| Walk: | 8 min | 0.4 mi | |
| Walk: | 11 min | 0.6 mi |
521 S 5th St has 3 shopping centers within 0.6 mile, which is about a 11-minute walk. The miles and minutes will be for the farthest away property.
| Parks and Recreation | Distance | ||
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| Parks and Recreation | Distance | ||
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The Tech Museum of Innovation
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Walk: | 13 min | 0.7 mi |
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Japanese Friendship Garden Regional Park
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Walk: | 15 min | 0.8 mi |
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Children's Discovery Museum of San Jose
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Walk: | 15 min | 0.8 mi |
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Guadalupe River Park and Gardens
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Walk: | 16 min | 0.9 mi |
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McEnery Park
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Walk: | 21 min | 1.1 mi |
521 S 5th St has 5 parks within 1.1 miles, including The Tech Museum of Innovation, Japanese Friendship Garden Regional Park, and Children's Discovery Museum of San Jose.
| Hospitals | Distance | ||
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| Hospitals | Distance | ||
| Drive: | 5 min | 3.6 mi | |
| Drive: | 7 min | 4.4 mi | |
| Drive: | 11 min | 8.3 mi |
521 S 5th St has 3 hospitals within 8.3 miles, the nearest is Santa Clara Valley Medical Center which is 3.6 miles away and a 5 minute drive.
| Military Bases | Distance | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Military Bases | Distance | ||
| Drive: | 21 min | 13.6 mi |
521 S 5th St is 13.6 miles and a 21 minute drive from Ames Research Center.
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What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?
Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address. Transit Score® measures access to public transit. Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
What is a Sound Score Rating?
A Sound Score Rating aggregates noise caused by vehicle traffic, airplane traffic and local sources.