
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Sterling Square Neighborhood of Cupertino, CA from $1,600 (27 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in the Sterling Square area of Cupertino.


The Biltmore

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Sonter

Westport Senior

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10193-10195 Beardon Dr

10331 Leola Dr

19462 Rosemarie Pl
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10130 Craft Dr

10217-10221 Park Cor W

20687 Park Cir W

10216-10218 Park Cir E

10352 Greenwood Ct

10299 Miller Ave
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10323-10333 Greenwood Ct

10161-10163 Park Cir E

Cupertino Park Center

Le Beaulieu Apartments

Fountain Park

Allenwood
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Sterling Square, Cupertino, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Sterling Square?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sterling Square Studio Apartments | $2,214 | $1,652 | $2,406 |
| Sterling Square 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,698 | $2,182 | $4,734 |
| Sterling Square 2 Bedroom Apartments | $5,388 | $3,497 | $10,000+ |
| Sterling Square 3 Bedroom Apartments | $5,979 | $5,745 | $6,320 |
| Sterling Square 4 Bedroom Apartments | $6,444 | $6,249 | $6,639 |
Browse Apartments in this Neighborhood
There are currently 27 rentals with your search options within a 1 mile radius of the Sterling Square Neighborhood of Cupertino, CA.
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Cheapest Available Sterling Square Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Sterling Square area of San Jose, CA is a Studio unit found at Westport Senior priced from $1,652. Fountain Park has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $2,399. Here are the most affordable Sterling Square apartments for rent in San Jose, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Westport Senior | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,652 |
| Fountain Park | Birch | Studio,1BA | $2,399 |
| The Podium Apartments | H | 1BR,1BA | $3,195 |
| Glenbrook Apartments | A Junior- One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $3,245 |
| The Biltmore | Plan 1D | 1BR,1BA | $3,797 |
| Cupertino Park Center | Plan 1D | 1BR,1BA | $3,865 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Sterling Square, CA
As of July 23, 2026 the best value apartment in the Sterling Square area is the $4.42 price per square foot Plan 2B Model at Cupertino Park Center in the in the Sterling Square neighborhood starting from $5,155. The second greatest value Sterling Square apartment is the H Model at The Podium Apartments starting at $3,195 with a $3.97 price per square foot in the Rancho Rinconada neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Sterling Square apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cupertino Park Center | Plan 2B | 2BR,2BA | $4.42 |
| The Podium Apartments | H | 1BR,1BA | $3.97 |
| The Biltmore | Plan 1D | 1BR,1BA | $6.10 |
| Glenbrook Apartments | A Junior- One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $5.41 |
| Westport Senior | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $3.14 |
| Fountain Park | Birch | Studio ,1BA | $6.00 |
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Sterling Square Apartments
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Sterling Square?
The cheapest apartment in Sterling Square is Fountain Park which is listed at $2,749, while the average apartment in Sterling Square costs $6,444.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Sterling Square?
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 Sterling Square that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
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