Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Downtown Cupertino Neighborhood of Cupertino, CA from $1,800 (13 Rentals)

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Villa Camino
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Villa Camino

140 Locksunart WaySunnyvale, CA 94087
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Willow Springs
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Willow Springs

450 Harvard AveSanta Clara, CA 95051
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Downtown Cupertino, Cupertino, CA Local Guide

Cheapest Available Downtown Cupertino Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Downtown Cupertino area of Cupertino, CA is a Studio unit found at Fountain Park priced from $2,138. Oakridge Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $2,355. Here are the most affordable Downtown Cupertino apartments for rent in Cupertino, CA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Fountain ParkBirchStudio,1BA$2,138
Oakridge ApartmentsOne Bedroom A1BR,1BA$2,355
Magnolia Place ApartmentsLarge bedroom 1x11BR,1BA$2,425
Villages at CupertinoPlan 1C - Classic1BR,1BA$2,601
Shadow Oaks Apartment HomesResidence 1 Luxury1BR,1BA$2,655

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Downtown Cupertino, CA

As of November 30, 2025 the best value apartment in the Downtown Cupertino area is the $3.19 price per square foot Townhouse Model at Stevens Creek Villas in the in the Rancho Rinconada neighborhood starting from $4,300. The second greatest value Downtown Cupertino apartment is the LIVE WORK LOFT G Model at Main St Cupertino Lofts starting at $4,725 with a $3.84 price per square foot in the Rancho Rinconada neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Downtown Cupertino apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Stevens Creek VillasTownhouse2BR,2.5BA$3.19
Main St Cupertino LoftsLIVE WORK LOFT G1BR,2BA$3.84
Cupertino Park CenterPlan 2B2BR,2BA$3.86
HollowayPlan 2AR2BR,2BA$3.71
The Pointe at CupertinoCalabazas2BR,1.5BA$3.86
Sunnyvale Crossings ApartmentsTwo Bedroom One bath2BR,1BA$3.15
Shadow Oaks Apartment HomesResidence 2 Luxury2BR,1BA$3.57
Oakridge ApartmentsOne Bedroom A1BR,1BA$3.18
City Gate at Cupertino1 Bedroom B1BR,1BA$3.78
Magnolia Place ApartmentsLarge bedroom 1x11BR,1BA$3.70

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Downtown Cupertino, Cupertino, CA

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Among cities in California for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.

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Lifestyle Ratings

ApartmentHomeLiving brings you our detailed rental search system called 'Lifestyle ratings', composed of rentals in cities and towns across the United States and customized analysis for Central Cupertino, CA. LifeStyle Ratings are the best way to sort through finding a place to live - beyond price and floorplan. This takes in many factors including our Star Ratings to compare for outdoor amenities like tennis courts, luxury amenities, transit availability, pet-friendly communities, multifamily communities for the kids, and how walkable or bikeable each community and area is. These search options are in the site filters at the top of this page.

Getting Around the Downtown Cupertino Neighborhood in Cupertino, CA

Walk Score®

78 / 100

Very Walkable

Most errands can be accomplished on foot

Bike Score®

78 / 100

Very Bikeable

Biking is convenient for most trips

Transit Score®

44 / 100

Some Transit

A few nearby public transportation options

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Downtown Cupertino Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Downtown Cupertino?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Downtown Cupertino is at Fountain Park listed at $2,138.

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Downtown Cupertino Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Downtown Cupertino Apartment is $2,189 at Fountain Park.

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Downtown Cupertino Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Downtown Cupertino is starting from $2,946 at Shadow Oaks Apartment Homes.

What is the most affordable Downtown Cupertino Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Downtown Cupertino Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at The Pointe at Cupertino and starts from $4,229.

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