Blue Hills Studio
7213 Rainbow Dr,
San Jose,
CA
95129
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Monthly Rent
$1,950
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Bedrooms
Studio bd
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Bathrooms
1 ba
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Square Feet
400 sq ft
Blue Hills Studios Apartments are nestled in a quiet neighborhood with views of the Saratoga Hills, right in the heart of San Jose. These large studio apartment homes offer an open floor plan, with big windows, walk-in closets, spacious bathrooms, full kitchens plus a patio or balcony to relax and enjoy the view.
Highlights
- Pool
- Walk-In Closets
- Balcony
- Property Manager on Site
- Views
- Hardwood Floors
- Patio
Pricing & Floor Plans
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Unit E16price $1,950square feet 400availibility Now
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Unit A03price $1,950square feet 400availibility Dec 12
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Unit D10price $1,950square feet 400availibility Dec 21
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Unit E16price $1,950square feet 400availibility Now
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Unit A03price $1,950square feet 400availibility Dec 12
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Unit D10price $1,950square feet 400availibility Dec 21
Fees and Policies
The fees below are based on community-supplied data and may exclude additional fees and utilities.
- One-Time Basics
- Due at Application
- Application Fee Per ApplicantCharged per applicant.$45
- Due at Application
- Surface Lot
- Parking FeeMax of 1. Charged per vehicle.$0 / mo
CommentsMax of 1, Open and coveredRead MoreRead Less - Additional Parking Options
- Covered
- Garage Lotwe offer garage rental
- Other
- Storage Unit
- Storage RentCharged per rentable item.$175 / mo
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.
Details
Utilities Included
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Gas
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Water
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Trash Removal
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Sewer
Lease Options
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12 - 18 Month Leases
Property Information
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Built in 1976
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75 units/2 stories
Matterport 3D Tours
About Blue Hills Studio
Blue Hills Studios Apartments are nestled in a quiet neighborhood with views of the Saratoga Hills, right in the heart of San Jose. These large studio apartment homes offer an open floor plan, with big windows, walk-in closets, spacious bathrooms, full kitchens plus a patio or balcony to relax and enjoy the view.
Blue Hills Studio is an apartment community located in Santa Clara County and the 95129 ZIP Code. This area is served by the Cupertino Union attendance zone.
Unique Features
- Free Parking, Garages Avail. (Add Fee)
- Granite Counter Tops
- Quiet And Safe Location
- Includes: Water Hot/Cold, Trash, Sewer
- Laundry Facilities On Site
- Located Near DeAnza College, Apple
- Enclosed Garages Available For Rent
- Pay Rent On-Line
- Carport
- Centrally Located, Hwy 85, Hwy 280
- Garages/Storage Available
- Onsite Laundry Facility, Onsite Manager
- Clean And Quiet Environment
- Excellant Public School District
- Refreshing Pool
- Sparkling Pool, Free Parking
- 24 Hour Emergency Call Number
- Baseboard Heating
- Individual Air Conditioning
- Wood Flooring/Vinyl Wood Planks
- Easy Highway Access
- Faux Wood Blinds
- Large Walk In Closets
- Newly Renovated Units
- Range (Electric)
- Resident Manager On Site
Contact
Community Amenities
Pool
Laundry Facilities
24 Hour Access
Property Manager on Site
- Laundry Facilities
- Property Manager on Site
- 24 Hour Access
- Online Services
- Storage Space
- Walk-Up
- Pool
Apartment Features
Air Conditioning
Hardwood Floors
Walk-In Closets
Granite Countertops
- Air Conditioning
- Heating
- Smoke Free
- Cable Ready
- Tub/Shower
- Sprinkler System
- Granite Countertops
- Range
- Refrigerator
- Hardwood Floors
- Views
- Walk-In Closets
- Window Coverings
- Balcony
- Patio
- Lawn
- Laundry Facilities
- Property Manager on Site
- 24 Hour Access
- Online Services
- Storage Space
- Walk-Up
- Pool
- Free Parking, Garages Avail. (Add Fee)
- Granite Counter Tops
- Quiet And Safe Location
- Includes: Water Hot/Cold, Trash, Sewer
- Laundry Facilities On Site
- Located Near DeAnza College, Apple
- Enclosed Garages Available For Rent
- Pay Rent On-Line
- Carport
- Centrally Located, Hwy 85, Hwy 280
- Garages/Storage Available
- Onsite Laundry Facility, Onsite Manager
- Clean And Quiet Environment
- Excellant Public School District
- Refreshing Pool
- Sparkling Pool, Free Parking
- 24 Hour Emergency Call Number
- Baseboard Heating
- Individual Air Conditioning
- Wood Flooring/Vinyl Wood Planks
- Easy Highway Access
- Faux Wood Blinds
- Large Walk In Closets
- Newly Renovated Units
- Range (Electric)
- Resident Manager On Site
- Air Conditioning
- Heating
- Smoke Free
- Cable Ready
- Tub/Shower
- Sprinkler System
- Granite Countertops
- Range
- Refrigerator
- Hardwood Floors
- Views
- Walk-In Closets
- Window Coverings
- Balcony
- Patio
- Lawn
| Monday | 9am - 6pm |
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| Tuesday | 9am - 6pm |
| Wednesday | 9am - 6pm |
| Thursday | 9am - 6pm |
| Friday | 9am - 6pm |
| Saturday | 10am - 5pm |
| Sunday | 1pm - 5pm |
Consistently named among the best places to live in the nation, San Jose is a thriving city at the very heart of America’s tech industry. The highly-walkable downtown is a popular hangout for the entire community, featuring lush parks, exquisite restaurants, performance venues, and a vibrant nightlife scene. Over 30,000 students attend San Jose State University, and the position of the campus right downtown contributes to the college having a major impact on the local culture; the collegiate influence is amplified by the numerous smaller colleges throughout the city as well. The city layout is full of bike lanes, sidewalks, and trails, making the community very walkable and bike-friendly.
San Jose is an excellent city for sports fans, between the San Jose Sharks NHL team, the San Jose Giants baseball team (affiliate to the more famous San Francisco Giants), and the 49ers playing at Levis Stadium in neighboring Santa Clara.
Learn more about living in San Jose| Colleges & Universities | Distance | ||
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| Colleges & Universities | Distance | ||
| Drive: | 5 min | 2.1 mi | |
| Drive: | 9 min | 4.3 mi | |
| Drive: | 14 min | 7.3 mi | |
| Drive: | 17 min | 8.4 mi |
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Transportation options available in San Jose include Downtown Campbell Station, located 5.6 miles from Blue Hills Studio. Blue Hills Studio is near Norman Y Mineta San Jose International, located 8.9 miles or 18 minutes away, and San Francisco International, located 32.6 miles or 40 minutes away.
| Transit / Subway | Distance | ||
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| Transit / Subway | Distance | ||
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Drive: | 12 min | 5.6 mi |
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Drive: | 13 min | 5.9 mi |
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Drive: | 11 min | 7.2 mi |
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Drive: | 13 min | 8.0 mi |
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Drive: | 14 min | 9.9 mi |
| Commuter Rail | Distance | ||
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| Commuter Rail | Distance | ||
| Drive: | 12 min | 5.6 mi | |
| Drive: | 13 min | 7.2 mi | |
| Drive: | 11 min | 7.6 mi | |
| Drive: | 16 min | 8.2 mi | |
| Drive: | 17 min | 8.3 mi |
| Airports | Distance | ||
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| Airports | Distance | ||
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Norman Y Mineta San Jose International
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Drive: | 18 min | 8.9 mi |
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San Francisco International
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Drive: | 40 min | 32.6 mi |
Time and distance from Blue Hills Studio.
| Shopping Centers | Distance | ||
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| Shopping Centers | Distance | ||
| Walk: | 6 min | 0.4 mi | |
| Walk: | 9 min | 0.5 mi | |
| Walk: | 11 min | 0.6 mi |
| Parks and Recreation | Distance | ||
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| Parks and Recreation | Distance | ||
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Fujitsu Planetarium
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Drive: | 5 min | 2.1 mi |
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Fremont Older Open Space Preserve
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Drive: | 9 min | 2.8 mi |
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McClellan Ranch Park
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Drive: | 7 min | 3.0 mi |
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Hakone Gardens
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Drive: | 8 min | 3.9 mi |
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Picchetti Ranch Open Space Preserve
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Drive: | 16 min | 6.2 mi |
| Hospitals | Distance | ||
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| Hospitals | Distance | ||
| Drive: | 9 min | 4.2 mi | |
| Drive: | 9 min | 4.6 mi | |
| Drive: | 12 min | 7.0 mi |
| Military Bases | Distance | ||
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| Military Bases | Distance | ||
| Drive: | 15 min | 9.6 mi |
Property Ratings at Blue Hills Studio
This place is OK/good at best, only because of the price given the area. Some people don't know how to be courteous neighbors and are obnoxiously loud. Super inconsistent hot water seems borderline criminal but as people have said, they pay for the water so I guess to each their own on how they feel about that. Other then that, all the units are weirdly different. Some are updated, some are old; some outside lights work, some don't; some look like they have a screen at the entrance, most don't. etc. etc. Whoever they hire for maintenance and build of the units doesn't really have much eye for detail though. Also someone said there is plenty of parking, but there really isn't. TBH, I don't think every car is a resident's car... seems like way too many cars vs. the units available here...
Been in the complex for a week and it's been great. The apartment itself has been renovated and everything was super clean when I moved in. The manager Susan has been super helpful throughout the whole move-in process. The area is also very nice. It's close to Trader Joe's, Target etc. and also has easy access to the 85. Overall a great place to live.
Property Manager at Blue Hills Studio, Responded To This Review
Hi! Thank you for sharing your kind kudos for Blue Hills Studio Apartments. It's been wonderful helping you into your new home and we're thrilled you're enjoying all the local spots so near to your new space. See you around. Blue Hills Studio Apartments Team
I moved here site unseen from San Diego and I absolutely love it! The property Manager Susan is wonderful and very helpful. She has made my experience here great! The location of Blue Hills Studios is exceptional, right off of the 85 freeway, close to a beautiful park, library and fire station. The parking is plentiful and spacious and the community is very peaceful and serine. My favorite part about these studios is the closet! For a 400 sq ft apartment, the closet is HUGE! The cons: it takes a long time for the water to get hot, and while showering, the temp fluctuates a lot, but the cost of water, trash and sewage is included in the rent, so there are no additional fees.
Property Manager at Blue Hills Studio, Responded To This Review
Hi again! Wow... your serious shout-out to Blue Hills Studios and the on-site manager have us grinning ear to ear. Hopefully you've enjoyed trading in the sandy shores of San Diego for the equally scenic Bay Area. We know the water could heat up just a tad faster, but nonetheless we are thrilled you're loving your new home. Blue Hills Studio Apartments Team
I have had a great experience living at Blue Hills Studios. The property manager, Jay, has been helpful and attentive to any issues that come up. I have recently noticed some upgrades happening around and within the units as well. The area is safe and quiet and our neighbors are very nice. The parking lot is convenient, especially for an area where street parking is the norm for apartments. Also, there are no bugs/insects. The apartment is 400 sq ft but is generous on storage, specifically a sizable walk-in closet. I have rated the apartment as a 4 due to the building being poorly insulated (it gets very warm inside during the summer and very cold in the "winter"), but there is a wall unit for A/C and heating component. Also, there usually is an issue with one of the washing machines in the laundry room (broken or very dirty inside the machine). Lastly, we are not allowed to keep things on the outside balcony due to being a second floor tenant. The apartment is very close to a nice park and library (2 blocks), and plenty of food/grocery options. I definitely recommend living here.
Blue Hills Studio Photos
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Blue Hills Studio
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Studio - 400 SF Upgrade
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Large Closet
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While Blue Hills Studio does not provide in‑unit laundry, on‑site laundry facilities are available for shared resident use.
Select utilities are included in rent at Blue Hills Studio, including gas, water, trash removal, and sewer. Residents are responsible for any other utilities not listed.
Blue Hills Studio does not allow pets, though service animals are always welcome in accordance with applicable laws.
A good rule of thumb is to spend no more than 30% of your gross income on rent. Based on the lowest available rent of $1,950 for a studio, you would need to earn about $70,000 per year to qualify. Want to double-check your budget? Try our Rent Affordability Calculator to see how much rent fits your income and lifestyle.
Blue Hills Studio is offering Discounts for eligible applicants, with rental rates starting at $1,950.
Yes! Blue Hills Studio offers 2 Matterport 3D Tours. Explore different floor plans and see unit level details, all without leaving home.
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7213 Rainbow Dr
San Jose, CA 95129