
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Cupertino, CA from $1,200 (60 Rentals)
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Villages at Cupertino

Bali Hai Garden Apartments

eaves West Valley

Briarwood Garden Apartments

Twin Pines Manor Apartments

PKSL

Tamarack Gardens

The Aegena Apartments

Remington Place Apartments

4775 Atherton Ave

Ranchero Palms

Fountain Park

Marina Playa

Mathilda Garden Apartments

One Ten Remington Apartments

1422 Flora Ave, Unit 1422 flora ave #2

The Colonial House

Cezanne Apartments

Saratoga Savoy Apartments

1100 Ranchero Way

The Orchard at Sunnyvale

Station 101
Cupertino, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Cupertino?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Cheap Cupertino Studio Apartments | $2,722 | $1,723 | $3,743 |
Cheap Cupertino 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,203 | $1,900 | $6,210 |
Cheap Cupertino 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,979 | $2,295 | $10,000+ |
Cheap Cupertino 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,327 | $3,195 | $8,195 |
Cheap Cupertino 4 Bedroom Apartments | $6,349 | $6,149 | $6,549 |
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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Cupertino, CA
Pricing Updated: 03/21/2025Current apartment rentals in the Cupertino, CA area range in price from $1,885 to $16,269 with an overall median price of $5,398. The three Cupertino neighborhoods with the lowest median rent pricing are McClellan at $1,900, Stevens Creek Park at $1,900, and West San Jose at $1,885. Here is today’s list of the top 5 neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for Cupertino Apartments for rent:
Neighborhood | Median Price | Min Price | Available Units |
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McClellan | $4,297 | $1,900 | 2023 |
Stevens Creek Park | $4,897 | $1,900 | 2513 |
West San Jose | $5,100 | $1,885 | 6337 |
Downtown Cupertino | $6,349 | $1,885 | 8230 |
North Cupertino | $6,349 | $2,003 | 8329 |
Cheapest Available Cupertino Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Cupertino, CA is a 1 Bed unit found at Villages at Cupertino in the Monta Vista neighborhood priced from $1,704. 1630 Ottawa Court in the Community Center neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,800. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Cupertino apartments for rent:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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Villages at Cupertino | Stelling | 1BR,1BA | $1,704 |
1630 Ottawa Court | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,800 |
Bali Hai Garden Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,845 |
Blue Hills Studio | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,900 |
Tamarack Gardens | 1B/ 1B | 1BR,1BA | $1,995 |
PKSL | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,995 |
The Aegena Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $2,025 |
Remington Place Apartments | Standard Studio | Studio,1BA | $2,050 |
Hamilton Plaza Apartments | 1 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $2,095 |
Ranchero Palms | One Bedroom One Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $2,100 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Cupertino, CA
As of March 21, 2025 the best value apartment in the Cupertino area is the $2.66 price per square foot 5178 Westdale Dr Model at 5178 Westdale Dr, Unit 1 in the in the Saratoga Creek neighborhood starting from $3,995. The second greatest value Cupertino apartment is the 2BR/2.0BA Model at Ranchero starting at $3,595 with a $2.67 price per square foot in the North San Jose neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Cupertino apartments based on price per square foot:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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5178 Westdale Dr, Unit 1 | 5178 Westdale Dr | 3BR,2BA | $2.66 |
Ranchero | 2BR/2.0BA | 2BR,2BA | $2.67 |
Encinal Place | Two Bedroom One Bath | 2BR,1BA | $2.98 |
3813 Barker Dr, Unit 2 | 3813 Barker Dr | 2BR,1BA | $2.88 |
Redwood Apartments | 2 Bed | 2BR,1BA | $2.91 |
Lake Terrace Apartments | Plan B | 1BR,1BA | $2.87 |
Bonnie Terrace Apartments | Del Mar | 2BR,1BA | $2.85 |
North Colonial House | 1 Bedroom - L | 1BR,1BA | $2.93 |
Ranchero Palms | One Bedroom One Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.80 |
Hamilton Plaza Apartments | 1 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.83 |
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Cupertino Overview
Located at the scenic foothills of the Santa Cruz Mountains, Cupertino is an on-the-move and dynamic California city. Located due west of the job market and nightlife of San Jose, this west coast hotspot is an in-demand locale.
Why live in Cupertino, CA?
An epicenter of the tech world and a hub of prosperity in a golden state, apartments in Cupertino represent California living at its finest. From the epic sunsets to the charming downtown shops and eateries, Cupertino is a gem of the west coast scene.
Best Local Schools in Cupertino, CA
William Regnart Elementary
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Getting Around Cupertino, CA
Walk Score®
68 / 100
Somewhat Walkable
Some errands can be accomplished on foot
Bike Score®
74 / 100
Very Bikeable
Biking is convenient for most trips
Transit Score®
40 / 100
Some Transit
A few nearby public transportation options
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.
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Cupertino Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Cupertino?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Cupertino is under $2,100.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Cupertino?
The cheapest apartment in Cupertino is Villages at Cupertino which is listed at $1,704, while the average apartment in Cupertino costs $5,398.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Cupertino?
Student, low-income, and by-the-bed apartments are typically the cheapest rentals in most cities, though they require qualifying criteria to rent. There are 84 regular apartments in Cupertino that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
How do the prices of cheap apartments compare to the average apartment in Cupertino?
Cheap apartments in Cupertino have an average cost of $196 which is $5,202 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Cupertino.
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