
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Alviso Neighborhood of Sunnyvale, CA from $1,200 (59 Rentals)
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Orchard Gardens

Plaza Studios

Anton 1101 Apartments

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605 Tasman Dr, Unit SI FL4-ID872

Furnished Studio-San Jose - Sunnyvale

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1220 N Fair Oaks Ave, Unit SI FL2-ID1774

Kensington Place

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Tamarind Square

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1220 N Fair Oaks Ave, Unit SI FL2-ID1983
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Via

Lawrence Station

St. Anton Apartments

210 Murlagan Ave

Mill Creek

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Passero

600 Whisman

Elan at River Oaks

Epic
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Furnished Studio-San Jose - Milpitas - McCarthy Ranch

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AIRE

Mansion Grove

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121 Tasman

The Verdant Apartments

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1530 Vista Club Cir, Unit SI FL2-ID645

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Griffis South Bay

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Vista 99

Venue Apartments

1178 N Abbott Ave, Unit 1178

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4503 Carlyle Ct, Unit SI FL3-ID581

Nantucket

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600 Park View Dr, Unit GO FL2-ID1977

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The Clara

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1535 Vista Club Cir, Unit SI FL2-ID509

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2333 Calle Del Mundo, Unit SI FL3-ID2135
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The Lafayette

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1850 Nantucket Cir, Unit SI FL2-ID578

AVE Santa Clara

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1745 Nantucket Cir, Unit SI FL2-ID577

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2333 Calle Del Mundo, Unit SI FL3-ID2082

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600 N Whisman Rd, Unit SI FL1-ID462

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3700 Casa Verde St, Unit SI FL2-ID743

The Cypress at North Park

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The Pines Apartment Homes
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Alviso, Sunnyvale, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Alviso?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Alviso Studio Apartments | $3,080 | $1,200 | $5,455 |
| Alviso 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,946 | $1,861 | $7,610 |
| Alviso 2 Bedroom Apartments | $5,029 | $2,303 | $7,790 |
| Alviso 3 Bedroom Apartments | $6,983 | $2,650 | $10,000+ |
Browse Apartments in this Neighborhood
There are currently 59 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Alviso Neighborhood of Sunnyvale, CA.
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Cheapest Available Alviso Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Alviso area of San Jose, CA is a Studio unit found at Borregas Court Apartments priced from $1,200. Orchard Gardens has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,927. Here are the most affordable Alviso apartments for rent in San Jose, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Borregas Court Apartments | Studio A | Studio,1BA | $1,200 |
| Orchard Gardens | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,927 |
| Plaza Studios | Studio, 1 bath | Studio,1BA | $2,025 |
| Stonegate | 3x2 | 3BR,2BA | $2,387 |
| Mill Creek | Kipling | 1BR,1BA | $2,665 |
| Passero | S1 | Studio,1BA | $2,833 |
| Enso | Plan SA | Studio,1BA | $2,917 |
| Epic | Chronicle | 1BR,1BA | $3,069 |
| Mansion Grove | Plan 1A | 1BR,1BA | $3,177 |
| The Verdant Apartments | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $3,254 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Alviso, CA
As of June 20, 2026 the best value apartment in the Alviso area is the $3.90 price per square foot 2x2-1195 Model at Carlyle in the in the North San Jose neighborhood starting from $4,660. The second greatest value Alviso apartment is the Folklore Model at Epic starting at $4,629 with a $4.43 price per square foot in the North San Jose neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Alviso apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Carlyle | 2x2-1195 | 2BR,2BA | $3.90 |
| Epic | Folklore | 2BR,2BA | $4.43 |
| Stonegate | 3x2 | 3BR,2BA | $2.30 |
| Crescent Village Apartment Homes | Toscana - Two Bedrooms | 2BR,2BA | $4.10 |
| Venue Apartments | A2 | 1BR,1BA | $4.06 |
| AIRE | A14 | 1BR,1BA | $4.28 |
| Vista 99 | One Bed A1 | 1BR,1BA | $4.35 |
| Nantucket | 1x1-735 | 1BR,1BA | $4.66 |
| Orchard Gardens | 2 Beds, 1 bath | 2BR,1BA | $3.68 |
| Plaza Studios | Studio, 1 bath | Studio ,1BA | $4.60 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Alviso Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Alviso?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Alviso is at Borregas Court Apartments listed at $1,200.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Alviso Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Alviso Apartment is $1,927 at Orchard Gardens.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Alviso Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Alviso is starting from $2,303 at Orchard Gardens.
What is the most affordable Alviso Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Alviso Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Stonegate and starts from $2,387.
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