
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the North Cupertino Neighborhood of Cupertino, CA from $1,652 (58 Rentals)
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10320 Farallone Dr, Unit 2

10065 Judy Ave

The Podium Apartments

Villages at Cupertino

Sonter

City Gate at Cupertino

Shadow Oaks Apartment Homes

Glenbrook Apartments

The Markham
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10185 Alhambra Ave, Unit 10185

McClellan Terrace

Sage at Cupertino

3856 Dunford Way

North Colonial House

Oakridge Apartments

Fountain Park

Station 101

Lake Terrace Apartments

Magnolia Place Apartments
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Royal Ambassador Apartments

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160 Locksunart Way, Unit SI FL2-ID2031

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170 Locksunart Way, Unit SI FL2-ID1890

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906 Burbank Dr, Unit SI FL0-ID1487

Marina Playa

Casa Alberta Apartments

248 Greendale Way

Boardwalk

1592 Quebec Ct, Unit 4

Lawrence Arms Apartments
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202 Calvert Dr, Unit SI FL2-ID2050

The Luxe

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906 Burbank Dr, Unit SI FL2-ID1486

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The Crossings Apartments

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202 Calvert Dr, Unit SI FL2-ID2051

Bradley Apartments

3285 Homestead Rd

Marina Cove

Springwood

Mylo Santa Clara
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Villa Camino

Colonial House South

Florentine Villa Apartments

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San Jose Gardens

Gallatin Apartments

Willow Springs

Villa Victoria Apartments
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North Cupertino, Cupertino, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in North Cupertino?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| North Cupertino Studio Apartments | $2,656 | $1,652 | $3,605 |
| North Cupertino 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,555 | $1,895 | $9,476 |
| North Cupertino 2 Bedroom Apartments | $4,557 | $2,500 | $10,000+ |
| North Cupertino 3 Bedroom Apartments | $5,289 | $3,495 | $7,945 |
| North Cupertino 4 Bedroom Apartments | $6,444 | $6,249 | $6,639 |
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There are currently 58 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the North Cupertino Neighborhood of Cupertino, CA.
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Cheapest Available North Cupertino Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the North Cupertino area of Cupertino, CA is a Studio unit found at Westport Senior priced from $1,652. North Colonial House has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,895. Here are the most affordable North Cupertino apartments for rent in Cupertino, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Westport Senior | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,652 |
| North Colonial House | 1B/1BA - Medium | 1BR,1BA | $1,895 |
| Fountain Park | Birch | Studio,1BA | $2,349 |
| Gallatin Apartments | 1 Bedroom 1Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2,350 |
| Magnolia Place Apartments | Large bedroom 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $2,495 |
| Boardwalk | Studio A | Studio,1BA | $2,849 |
| The Crossings Apartments | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $3,112 |
| Villages at Cupertino | Studio A - Renovated | Studio,1BA | $3,147 |
| Sage at Cupertino | Plan 1A | 1BR,1BA | $3,147 |
| Marina Cove | 1 Bed 1 Bath (A) | 1BR,1BA | $3,157 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in North Cupertino, CA
As of August 24, 2026 the best value apartment in the North Cupertino area is the $3.59 price per square foot Townhouse Model at Stevens Creek Villas in the in the Rancho Rinconada neighborhood starting from $4,850. The second greatest value North Cupertino apartment is the The Bella Collection Model at Catalina Luxury Apartments starting at $5,500 with a $4.09 price per square foot in the North San Jose neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for North Cupertino apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Stevens Creek Villas | Townhouse | 2BR,2.5BA | $3.59 |
| Catalina Luxury Apartments | The Bella Collection | 3BR,2BA | $4.09 |
| Cupertino Park Center | Plan 2C | 2BR,2BA | $4.35 |
| Casa Alberta Apartments | Two Bedroom Two Bath | 2BR,2BA | $3.75 |
| Aviare | Plan C | 2BR,2BA | $4.00 |
| Gallatin Apartments | 1 Bedroom 1Bath | 1BR,1BA | $3.13 |
| Marina Cove | 1 Bed 1 Bath (A) | 1BR,1BA | $4.38 |
| Magnolia Place Apartments | Large bedroom 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $3.81 |
| North Colonial House | 1 Bedroom - S | 1BR,1BA | $3.20 |
| Westport Senior | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $3.14 |
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Best Local Schools in North Cupertino, Cupertino, CA
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap North Cupertino Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in North Cupertino?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in North Cupertino is under $3,157.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in North Cupertino?
The cheapest apartment in North Cupertino is North Colonial House which is listed at $1,895, while the average apartment in North Cupertino costs $3,866.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in North 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 1 regular apartments in North 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 North Cupertino?
Cheap apartments in North Cupertino have an average cost of $127 which is $3,739 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in North Cupertino.
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