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10320 Farallone Dr
10320 Farallone DrCupertino, CA 95014
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Westport Senior
21301 Point Reyes TerCupertino, CA 95014
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10320 Farallone DrCupertino, CA 95014
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88 Saratoga Avenue Apartments
80 Saratoga AveSanta Clara, CA 95051
1676 Blue Jay Dr
SunnyvaleCA94087
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Blue Hills Studio
7213 Rainbow DrSan Jose, CA 95129
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eaves West Valley
700 S Saratoga AveSan Jose, CA 95129
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Twin Pines Manor Apartments
1066 Sunnyvale Saratoga RdSunnyvale, CA 94087
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660 Gail AveSunnyvale, CA 94086
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North Colonial House
357 Richfield DrSan Jose, CA 95129
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Park Kiely
355 Kiely BlvdSan Jose, CA 95129
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1290 San Tomas Aquino RdSan Jose, CA 95117
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777 S Mathilda AveSunnyvale, CA 94087
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1158 Sunnyvale Saratoga RdSunnyvale, CA 94087
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3655 Pruneridge AveSanta Clara, CA 95051
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4775 Atherton AveSan Jose, CA 95130
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1100 Ranchero Way
1100 Ranchero WaySan Jose, CA 95117
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Lawrence Road Apartments
3555 Warburton AveSanta Clara, CA 95051
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Northlake Ambassador Apartments
380 Northlake DrSan Jose, CA 95117
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Ranchero Palms
1175 Ranchero WaySan Jose, CA 95117
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Carriage House
1655 Pomeroy AveSanta Clara, CA 95051
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Ranchero Grove Apartments
1125 Ranchero WaySan Jose, CA 95117
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1137 Roewill Dr
1137 Roewill DrSan Jose, CA 95117
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Ranchero Apartments
1054-1060 Ranchero WaySan Jose, CA 95117
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Remington Grove
575 E Remington DrSunnyvale, CA 94087
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Iris Park Apartments
611 Iris AveSunnyvale, CA 94086
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Atherton Terrace
4809 Atherton AveSan Jose, CA 95130
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Oakbrook Apartments
3650 Buckley StSanta Clara, CA 95051
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Amber Circle
715 E El Camino RealSunnyvale, CA 94087
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993 Mangrove Ave
993 Mangrove AveSunnyvale, CA 94086
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Prospect Corners
1525-1537 Brookvale DrSan Jose, CA 95129
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Villa Collina Apartments
7250 Blue Hill DrSan Jose, CA 95129
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Miramar
3745 Miramar WaySanta Clara, CA 95051
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Cambria Apartments
815 E Fremont AveSunnyvale, CA 94087
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Saratoga Grove Apartments
4060 Williams RdSan Jose, CA 95117
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Briarwood Garden Apartments
3440 Warburton AveSanta Clara, CA 95051
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La Hacienda Apartments
475 Cumulus AveSunnyvale, CA 94087
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Iris Garden/ Iris Park Apartments
641 Iris AveSunnyvale, CA 94086
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Villa Terrace
946 Tamarack LnSanta Clara, CA 95051
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Tamarack Gardens
923 Tamarack LnSunnyvale, CA 94086
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Menden Manor
1617 Mendenhall DrSan Jose, CA 95130
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PKSL
1090 Sunnyvale Saratoga RdSunnyvale, CA 94087
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Hamilton Villa
4515 Hamilton AveSan Jose, CA 95130
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El Paseo de Saratoga Plaza, San Jose
4963 Campbell AveSan Jose, CA 95130
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Miramar Plaza Apartments
1141 Miramar WaySunnyvale, CA 94086
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Villa Camino
140 Locksunart WaySunnyvale, CA 94087
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Redwood Apartments
3990 Hamilton AveSan Jose, CA 95130
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Saratoga Gardens Condominiums
1230-1240 San Tomas Aquino RdSan Jose, CA 95117
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Gallatin Apartments
892 Gallatin DrSanta Clara, CA 95051
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Country Lane Apartments
4760 Country LnSan Jose, CA 95129
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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 | $2,185 | $1,004 | $3,640 |
| Cheap Cupertino 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,169 | $1,071 | $8,217 |
| Cheap Cupertino 2 Bedroom Apartments | $4,074 | $1,276 | $9,828 |
| Cheap Cupertino 3 Bedroom Apartments | $5,079 | $1,464 | $10,000+ |
| Cheap Cupertino 4 Bedroom Apartments | $6,316 | $6,121 | $6,511 |
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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Cupertino, CA
Pricing Updated: 03/11/2026Current apartment rentals in the Cupertino, CA area range in price from $1,500 to $10,940 with an overall median price of $5,579. The three Cupertino neighborhoods with the lowest median rent pricing are West San Jose at $1,900, Stevens Creek Park at $1,500, and Downtown Cupertino at $1,500. 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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| West San Jose | $3,100 | $1,900 | 12 |
| Stevens Creek Park | $5,669 | $1,500 | 65 |
| Downtown Cupertino | $6,316 | $1,500 | 51 |
| North Cupertino | $6,316 | $1,500 | 120 |
| McClellan | $6,495 | $1,500 | 29 |
Cheapest Available Cupertino Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in Cupertino, CA is a Studio unit found at 88 Saratoga Avenue Apartments in the Rancho Rinconada neighborhood priced from $1,004. Westport Senior in the Monta Vista neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,652. 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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| 88 Saratoga Avenue Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,004 |
| Westport Senior | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,652 |
| Miramar | 4 | 1BR,1BA | $1,850 |
| Blue Hills Studio | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,900 |
| North Colonial House | 1B/1BA - Medium | 1BR,1BA | $2,000 |
| Mathilda Garden Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $2,025 |
| Bali Hai Garden Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $2,045 |
| Park Kiely | S1 | Studio,1BA | $2,050 |
| 4775 Atherton Ave | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2,145 |
| Redwood Apartments | 1 Bed | 1BR,1BA | $2,175 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Cupertino, CA
As of March 11, 2026 the best value apartment in the Cupertino area is the $2.55 price per square foot 2 Bed 2 Bath Model at Menden Manor in the in the West San Jose neighborhood starting from $3,000. The second greatest value Cupertino apartment is the 4162 Hamilton Ave Model at 4162 Hamilton Ave, Unit 3 starting at $2,999 with a $2.73 price per square foot in the Fruitvale 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Menden Manor | 2 Bed 2 Bath | 2BR,2BA | $2.55 |
| 4162 Hamilton Ave, Unit 3 | 4162 Hamilton Ave | 2BR,1BA | $2.73 |
| The Highlander | 3x2 | 3BR,2BA | $3.07 |
| Paloma Vista | Colina | 2BR,2BA | $3.10 |
| 545 Northlake Dr, Unit 4 | 545 Northlake Dr | 2BR,1BA | $3.05 |
| 4775 Atherton Ave | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $3.05 |
| North Colonial House | 1B/1BA - Medium | 1BR,1BA | $2.86 |
| Ranchero Palms | One Bedroom One Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $3.14 |
| Westport Senior | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $3.14 |
| 88 Saratoga Avenue Apartments | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $2.38 |
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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
Abraham Lincoln Elementary
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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 $2,175.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Cupertino?
The cheapest apartment in Cupertino is 88 Saratoga Avenue Apartments which is listed at $1,071, while the average apartment in Cupertino costs $5,579.
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 6 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 $177 which is $5,402 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Cupertino.
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