Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Alviso Neighborhood of Sunnyvale, CA from $1,200 (70 Rentals)

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Tamarind Square
$3,735 - $7,004

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1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available Now

Tamarind Square

1160 Morse AveSunnyvale, CA 94089
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Orchard Gardens
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Orchard Gardens

245-251 W Weddell DrSunnyvale, CA 94089
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Lawrence Station
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Lawrence Station

1271 Lawrence Station RdSunnyvale, CA 94089
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Via
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Via

621 N Tasman DrSunnyvale, CA 94089
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Passero
$2,877 - $9,434

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Passero

2230 Calle Del MundoSanta Clara, CA 95054
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The Clara
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$3,278 - $12,560

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The Clara

5150 Calle del SolSanta Clara, CA 95054
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121 Tasman
$3,338 - $4,514

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121 Tasman

121 E Tasman DrSan Jose, CA 95134
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The Lafayette
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$3,683 - $6,098

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The Lafayette

2333 Calle Del MundoSanta Clara, CA 95054
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Alviso, Sunnyvale, CA Local Guide

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. Plaza Studios has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $2,025. Here are the most affordable Alviso apartments for rent in San Jose, CA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Borregas Court ApartmentsStudio AStudio, 1BA$1,200
Plaza StudiosStudio, 1 bathStudio, 1BA$2,025
Crescent Village Apartment HomesTesoro - StudiosStudio, 1BA$2,865
PasseroS1Studio, 1BA$2,877
EnclaveEfficiency AspenStudio, 1BA$2,889
AIREStudio 1Studio, 1BA$2,987
EpicChronicle1BR, 1BA$3,059
Mill CreekThoreau1BR, 1BA$3,069
The Verdant ApartmentsA21BR, 1BA$3,141
Fountains at River OaksAngel Falls1BR, 1BA$3,257

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Alviso, CA

As of September 22, 2026 the best value apartment in the Alviso area is the $3.73 price per square foot Jakarta Model at Tamarind Square in the North San Jose neighborhood starting from $4,980. The second greatest value Alviso apartment is the Plan 2E Model at Enso in the North San Jose neighborhood starting at $4,167 with a $3.28 price per square foot. Here is today’s list of the best values for Alviso apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Tamarind SquareJakarta2BR, 2BA$3.73
EnsoPlan 2E2BR, 2BA$3.28
Carlyle2x2-11952BR, 2BA$4.05
121 TasmanB42BR, 2BA$4.01
Griffis South BayMontague Platinum1BR, 1BA$4.06
Venue ApartmentsA11BR, 1BA$4.47
Vista 99One Bed A11BR, 1BA$4.59
EpicOdyssey1BR, 1BA$4.30
Mill CreekThoreau1BR, 1BA$4.20
Fountains at River OaksAngel Falls1BR, 1BA$4.49

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Our team of engineers and researchers is proud to bring you Lifestyle Ratings of rentals and neighborhoods across the USA, and customized analysis for San Jose, California. Lifestyle Ratings show you the best fit for your needs and interests. This takes in many factors including rankings of the best places for outdoor amenities like tennis courts, luxury amenities, kid and pet-friendly communities, availability of transit options, and more. These search options are in the site filters at the top of this page.

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 $3,059 at Epic.

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 $3,470 at Mill Creek.

What is the most affordable Alviso Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Alviso Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at North Park Apartment Homes and starts from $5,270.

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