
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Outer Cupertino Neighborhood of Cupertino, CA from $1,400 (30 Rentals)
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10320 Farallone Dr, Unit 2

10610 Morengo Dr

Westport Senior

20012 Rodrigues Ave

Villages at Cupertino

Sage at Cupertino
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McClellan Terrace

Blue Hills Studio

Oakridge Apartments

Fountain Park

12651 Kinman Ct

Magnolia Place Apartments

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674 Kirkland Dr
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Casa Alberta Apartments

Sunnyvale Crossings

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170 Locksunart Way, Unit SI FL2-ID1890

Lawrence Arms Apartments

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160 Locksunart Way, Unit SI FL2-ID2031

Prospect Corners

Villa Collina Apartments
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Villa Camino

691 Ontario Ct

Monterey Park Apartment

Carmel Park Apartments

888 Golden Saratoga-Cupertino Apartment Homes

Willow Springs

Villa Victoria Apartments
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502 Hope Terrace

1578 Albatross Dr
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 | $2,670 | $1,652 | $4,154 |
| Outer Cupertino 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,601 | $1,489 | $8,937 |
| Outer Cupertino 2 Bedroom Apartments | $4,551 | $2,885 | $10,000+ |
| Outer Cupertino 3 Bedroom Apartments | $6,222 | $5,565 | $8,795 |
| Outer Cupertino 4 Bedroom Apartments | $6,375 | $6,175 | $6,575 |
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There are currently 30 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Outer Cupertino Neighborhood of Cupertino, CA.
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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 $1,975. 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 | $1,975 |
| Fountain Park | Birch | Studio,1BA | $2,406 |
| 674 Kirkland Dr | 1 Bed/ 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2,650 |
| Sage at Cupertino | Plan 1A | 1BR,1BA | $2,699 |
| Sunnyvale Crossings | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $2,775 |
| Lawrence Arms Apartments | New One Bed/One Bath W A/C & W/D In-Unit | 1BR,1BA | $2,800 |
| Glenbrook Apartments | A Junior- One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $3,145 |
| Village Green Apartments | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $3,170 |
| Village Square Townhouses | 2 Beds, 1.5 Baths | 2BR,1BA | $3,295 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Outer Cupertino, CA
As of May 25, 2026 the best value apartment in the Outer 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 Outer 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 Outer 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 | $3.33 |
| Nineteen800 Apartments | 2E | 2BR,2BA | $4.39 |
| Cupertino Park Center | Plan 2B | 2BR,2BA | $4.38 |
| The Pointe at Cupertino | Portola Townhome | 3BR,1.5BA | $3.61 |
| Village Square Townhouses | 2 Beds, 1.5 Baths | 2BR,1.5BA | $3.30 |
| Villages at Cupertino | Plan 2A - Renovated | 2BR,1BA | $4.09 |
| Shadow Oaks Apartment Homes | Residence 2 Luxury | 2BR,1BA | $4.24 |
| Lawrence Arms Apartments | New One Bed/One Bath W A/C & W/D In-Unit | 1BR,1BA | $3.73 |
| Sunnyvale Crossings | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $3.96 |
| Westport Senior | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $3.14 |
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Best Local Schools in Outer Cupertino, Cupertino, CA
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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 674 Kirkland Dr which is listed at $2,650, while the average apartment in Outer Cupertino costs $6,375.
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.
How do the prices of cheap apartments compare to the average apartment in Outer Cupertino?
Cheap apartments in Outer Cupertino have an average cost of $150 which is $6,225 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Outer Cupertino.
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