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1706 Heron Ave

SunnyvaleCA94087
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635 Bolton Ct

San JoseCA95129

Sunnyvale, CA Local Guide

Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Sunnyvale, CA

Pricing Updated: 03/23/2025

Current apartment rentals in the Sunnyvale, CA area range in price from to with an overall median price of . Here is today’s list neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for Sunnyvale Apartments for rent:

NeighborhoodMedian PriceMin PriceAvailable Units
Downtown Sunnyvale$5,597$1,7236775
Lakewood$7,115$2,0856803

Cheapest Available Sunnyvale Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Sunnyvale, CA is a Studio unit found at Parkside Studios in the North San Jose neighborhood priced from $1,235. Borregas Court Apartments in the North San Jose neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,450. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Sunnyvale apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Parkside StudiosStudioStudio,1BA$1,235
Borregas Court ApartmentsStudio BStudio,1BA$1,450
St. Anton ApartmentsS2Studio,1BA$1,567
Villages at CupertinoStelling1BR,1BA$1,704
Sands Studio Apartments0x1Studio,1BA$1,725

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Sunnyvale, CA

As of March 23, 2025 the best value apartment in the Sunnyvale 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 Sunnyvale 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 Sunnyvale apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
5178 Westdale Dr, Unit 15178 Westdale Dr3BR,2BA$2.66
Ranchero2BR/2.0BA2BR,2BA$2.67
Palm Villa2BR/1.5BA2BR,1.5BA$2.52
Encinal PlaceTwo Bedroom One Bath2BR,1BA$2.98
2295 Anna Dr2 Bedroom 1 Bath2BR,1BA$2.94
Villa Savannah2x22BR,2BA$2.82
Stonegate2x22BR,2BA$2.82
Lake Terrace ApartmentsPlan B1BR,1BA$2.87
Bonnie Terrace ApartmentsDel Mar2BR,1BA$2.85
North Colonial House1 Bedroom - L1BR,1BA$2.93

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Frequently Asked Questions about Sunnyvale

What type of rentals are currently available in Sunnyvale?

There are currently 2548 Apartments for Rent in Sunnyvale, CA with pricing that ranges from $1,235 to $16,269. There are also 75 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Sunnyvale ranging from $1,395 to $9,000.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Sunnyvale?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Sunnyvale ranges from $1,395 to $9,000 with an average monthly rent of $4,158.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Sunnyvale?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Sunnyvale range from $3,195 to $10,550, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $3,495 to $7,200. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $4,450 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $6,149.

Expert Rental Resources

Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

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Understanding Amenity Fees: Know Where You Might Be Able to Save Money

Written by: Amber Kanuckel

With the rising costs of housing, a lot of renters are asking this question: Is it possible to opt out of various amenities that your rental property offers so that you can avoid paying the fees.

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What to Know About Fees and Fines When Renting

Written by: Trey Huguley

When it comes to renting a new apartment or home there can be a number of fees that you will want to keep in mind going into the process.

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Battling the Butts: Your Guide to the Reality of Smoke-Free Renting

Written by: Andrea Lee Negroni, JD

While many apartment buildings are “no smoking” properties, it’s hard to know exactly how many. In 2017, the National Apartment Association reported more than half of rental properties had smoke free policies.

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How Your Move-In Inspection Can Protect Your Security Deposit

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

If you’re anything like most people, housing costs represent a huge chunk of your monthly budget. On top of that, moving can be both a stressful and expensive affair.