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175 Calvert DrCupertino, CA 95014
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7954 McClellan RdCupertino, CA 95014
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Cupertino, CA Local Guide

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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Cupertino, CA

Pricing Updated: 04/25/2026

Current apartment rentals in the Cupertino, CA area range in price from $1,489 to $11,900 with an overall median price of $5,539. The three Cupertino neighborhoods with the lowest median rent pricing are West San Jose at $1,925, Stevens Creek Park at $1,489, and McClellan at $1,489. Here is today’s list of the top 5 neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for Cupertino Apartments for rent:

NeighborhoodMedian PriceMin PriceAvailable Units
West San Jose$3,099$1,9258
Stevens Creek Park$5,852$1,48963
McClellan$6,195$1,48925
Downtown Cupertino$6,275$1,48952
North Cupertino$6,275$1,489103

Cheapest Available Cupertino Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Cupertino, CA is a Studio unit found at Stevens Creek in the Loma Linda neighborhood priced from $972. 88 Saratoga Avenue Apartments in the Rancho Rinconada neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,004. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Cupertino apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Stevens CreekStudioStudio,1BA$972
88 Saratoga Avenue ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$1,004
Westport SeniorStudioStudio,1BA$1,652
Miramar41BR,1BA$1,850
North Colonial House1B/1BA - Medium1BR,1BA$1,895
Blue Hills StudioStudioStudio,1BA$1,925
eaves West Valley405Studio,1BA$1,970
Bali Hai Garden ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$2,045
Park KielyS1Studio,1BA$2,095
Mathilda Garden ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$2,125

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Cupertino, CA

As of April 25, 2026 the best value apartment in the Cupertino area is the $3.12 price per square foot Colina Model at Paloma Vista in the in the Triangle South neighborhood starting from $3,124. The second greatest value Cupertino apartment is the 2 Bed 1 Bath Model at Menden Manor starting at $2,695 with a $3.05 price per square foot in the West San Jose neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Cupertino apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Paloma VistaColina2BR,2BA$3.12
Menden Manor2 Bed 1 Bath2BR,1BA$3.05
658 Kodiak Ct, Unit 1658 Kodiak Ct2BR,1BA$3.09
Lawrence Arms ApartmentsPartially Updated 1 Bed, 1 Bath1BR,1BA$2.93
Gallatin Apartments1 Bedroom 1Bath1BR,1BA$2.93
North Colonial House1 Bedroom - L1BR,1BA$2.93
4775 Atherton Ave1 Bed 1 Bath1BR,1BA$3.05
Ranchero PalmsOne Bedroom One Bathroom1BR,1BA$3.14
Stevens CreekStudioStudio ,1BA$2.28
88 Saratoga Avenue ApartmentsStudioStudio ,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.

Cupertino, CA
Population: 60,170

Ranked #627

in US Census Population by City

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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 $2,125.

What is the price of a cheap apartment in Cupertino?

The cheapest apartment in Cupertino is Stevens Creek which is listed at $1,036, while the average apartment in Cupertino costs $5,539.

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 3 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 $204 which is $5,335 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Cupertino.

Expert Rental Resources

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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