Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Downtown Cupertino Neighborhood of Cupertino, CA from $1,400 (19 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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5160 Westdale Dr
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

5160 Westdale Dr

5160 Westdale DrSan Jose, CA 95129

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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 1 Bed unit found at Magnolia Place Apartments priced from $2,525. Fountain Park has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $2,597. Here are the most affordable Downtown Cupertino apartments for rent in Cupertino, CA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Magnolia Place ApartmentsLarge bedroom 1x11BR,1BA$2,525
Fountain ParkOlive1BR,1BA$2,597
5160 Westdale Dr2 Beds, 1 Baths2BR,1BA$2,600
Sunnyvale Crossings1x11BR,1BA$2,775
AviarePlan A1BR,1BA$3,275

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Downtown Cupertino, CA

As of June 04, 2026 the best value apartment in the Downtown Cupertino area is the $3.33 price per square foot Townhouse Model at Stevens Creek Villas in the in the Rancho Rinconada neighborhood starting from $4,500. The second greatest value Downtown Cupertino apartment is the 2E Model at Nineteen800 Apartments starting at $5,840 with a $4.39 price per square foot in the Raynor Park 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$3.33
Nineteen800 Apartments2E2BR,2BA$4.39
Cupertino Park CenterPlan 2B2BR,2BA$4.38
The Pointe at CupertinoPortola Townhome3BR,1.5BA$3.62
Forge Homestead ApartmentsB22BR,2BA$4.57
5160 Westdale Dr2 Beds, 1 Baths2BR,1BA$3.25
The MarkhamPlan 1E1BR,1BA$4.63
AviarePlan A1BR,1BA$4.59
Sunnyvale Crossings1x11BR,1BA$3.96
Magnolia Place ApartmentsLarge bedroom 1x11BR,1BA$3.85

Don't Settle: How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

Discover the insider tips from an attorney and real estate agent on how to negotiate your next apartment lease. Find out what's on the table and what's not, so you can save money and get the best terms possible.

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Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary | ApartmentHomeLiving.com Renter University

From the letter A all the way to the letter Z, the Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary from the content team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provides our visitors and shoppers with a little clarity and helpful guidance in navigating the real estate world through definitions and explainers for the top subjects and terms that someone may come across during the leasing, buying, or selling process.

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Downtown Cupertino, Cupertino, CA

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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.

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Downtown Cupertino Apartments

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

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Downtown Cupertino Apartment is $2,525 at Magnolia Place Apartments.

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 $2,600 at 5160 Westdale Dr.

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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Creative Ways Developers Reimagine Retail Spaces as Residential Units

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Neighborhood and Market Insights: How to Choose the Right Area to Rent

Written by: Robin Stewart

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A Seasoned Property Manager's Step-by-Step Guide to Getting Your Deposit Back

Written by: Lauren Harrington

I’m going to talk with you as a seasoned property manager and friend. So, let’s start with your security deposit. I want you to think about this guide as insider information. You deserve your deposit back.

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Expert Solutions for Creating the Perfect Work-From-Home Apartment Layouts

Written by: Lauren Harrington

This article is based on first-hand experience managing apartment communities and helping renters adapt to their spaces after moving in.