
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Outer Cupertino Neighborhood of Cupertino, CA from $1,600 (52 Rentals)
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Westport Senior

Sonter

Villages at Cupertino

10065 Judy Ave

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10870 N Stelling Rd, Unit SI FL1-ID382

Glenbrook Apartments

The Markham

City Gate at Cupertino

Shadow Oaks Apartment Homes
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Village Green Apartments

Foothill Heights

20012 Rodrigues Ave

McClellan Terrace

10293 Moretti Dr

Sage at Cupertino

Aviare

10146 Alpine Dr

Blue Hills Studio

Oakridge Apartments
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Fountain Park

Magnolia Place Apartments

1568 Hollenbeck Ave

Casa Alberta Apartments

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170 Locksunart Way, Unit SI FL2-ID1890

Sunnyvale Crossings

Lawrence Arms Apartments

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160 Locksunart Way, Unit SI FL2-ID2031

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906 Burbank Dr, Unit SI FL0-ID1487

Bradley Apartments
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Springwood

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906 Burbank Dr, Unit SI FL2-ID1486

202 Calvert Dr, Unit SI FL2-ID2050

Village Square Townhouses

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202 Calvert Dr, Unit PL FL2-ID1949

1716 Marshall Ct

1630 Ottawa Court

Prospect Corners

Villa Collina Apartments

Villa Camino
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Carmel Park Apartments

Monterey Park Apartment

888 Golden Saratoga-Cupertino Apartment Homes

Gallatin Apartments

Willow Springs

Villa Victoria Apartments

1578 Albatross Dr

5160 Westdale Dr

674 Kirkland Dr

Brookside Oaks
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Outer Cupertino, Cupertino, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Outer Cupertino?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Outer Cupertino Studio Apartments | $2,464 | $1,652 | $3,257 |
| Outer Cupertino 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,797 | $2,182 | $8,937 |
| Outer Cupertino 2 Bedroom Apartments | $4,698 | $2,550 | $10,000+ |
| Outer Cupertino 3 Bedroom Apartments | $6,051 | $5,295 | $8,695 |
| Outer Cupertino 4 Bedroom Apartments | $6,344 | $6,149 | $6,539 |
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Cheapest Available Outer Cupertino Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Outer Cupertino area of San Jose, CA is a Studio unit found at Westport Senior priced from $1,652. Blue Hills Studio has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $2,050. Here are the most affordable Outer Cupertino apartments for rent in San Jose, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Westport Senior | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,652 |
| Blue Hills Studio | Studio | Studio,1BA | $2,050 |
| Fountain Park | Birch | Studio,1BA | $2,434 |
| Magnolia Place Apartments | Large bedroom 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $2,495 |
| 1578 Albatross Dr | 1 Beds, 1 Baths | 1BR,1BA | $2,500 |
| Sunnyvale Crossings | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $2,775 |
| Lawrence Arms Apartments | 2B/1B Laundry On-Site | 2BR,1BA | $2,900 |
| Villages at Cupertino | Plan 1C - Classic | 1BR,1BA | $3,050 |
| Glenbrook Apartments | A Junior- One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $3,295 |
| Village Square Townhouses | 2 Beds, 1.5 Baths | 2BR,1BA | $3,295 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Outer Cupertino, CA
As of July 15, 2026 the best value apartment in the Outer Cupertino area is the $3.84 price per square foot Portola Townhome Model at The Pointe at Cupertino in the in the Birdland neighborhood starting from $4,427. The second greatest value Outer Cupertino apartment is the Two Bedroom 1.5 Bath Model at Casa Alberta Apartments starting at $3,595 with a $3.27 price per square foot in the Community Center neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Outer Cupertino apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Pointe at Cupertino | Portola Townhome | 3BR,1.5BA | $3.84 |
| Casa Alberta Apartments | Two Bedroom 1.5 Bath | 2BR,1.5BA | $3.27 |
| Village Square Townhouses | 2 Beds, 1.5 Baths | 2BR,1.5BA | $3.30 |
| Foothill Heights | 2 Bed 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $4.21 |
| Lawrence Arms Apartments | 2B/1B Laundry On-Site | 2BR,1BA | $3.11 |
| Sunnyvale Crossings | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $3.96 |
| Villages at Cupertino | Plan 1C - Classic | 1BR,1BA | $4.39 |
| Magnolia Place Apartments | Large bedroom 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $3.81 |
| 1578 Albatross Dr | 1 Beds, 1 Baths | 1BR,1BA | $4.30 |
| Westport Senior | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $3.14 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Outer Cupertino Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Outer Cupertino?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Outer Cupertino is under $3,295.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Outer Cupertino?
The cheapest apartment in Outer Cupertino is Magnolia Place Apartments which is listed at $2,495, while the average apartment in Outer Cupertino costs $6,344.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Outer 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 Outer Cupertino that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
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