
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Alviso Neighborhood of Sunnyvale, CA from $1,200 (19 Rentals)
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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 | $3,043 | $1,200 | $5,660 |
| Alviso 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,743 | $1,819 | $7,134 |
| Alviso 2 Bedroom Apartments | $4,695 | $2,303 | $7,860 |
| Alviso 3 Bedroom Apartments | $6,374 | $2,650 | $10,000+ |
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There are currently 19 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. St. Anton Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,819. 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 |
| St. Anton Apartments | 1-2 | 1BR,1BA | $1,819 |
| Orchard Gardens | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,927 |
| Plaza Studios | Studio, 1 bath | Studio,1BA | $1,950 |
| Stonegate | 2x2 | 2BR,2BA | $2,395 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Alviso, CA
As of March 19, 2026 the best value apartment in the Alviso area is the $3.73 price per square foot 2x2-1208 Model at Carlyle in the in the North San Jose neighborhood starting from $4,507. The second greatest value Alviso apartment is the B4 Model at 121 Tasman starting at $3,615 with a $3.34 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 | 2x2-1208 | 2BR,2BA | $3.73 |
| 121 Tasman | B4 | 2BR,2BA | $3.34 |
| Bella Vista | 2x2-1058 | 2BR,2BA | $3.64 |
| Via | The Lakeside | 2BR,2BA | $3.97 |
| Crescent Village Apartment Homes | Toscana - Two Bedrooms | 2BR,2BA | $3.99 |
| Fountains at River Oaks | Cascade Falls | 2BR,2BA | $3.62 |
| Griffis South Bay | Northwood Platinum | 2BR,2BA | $4.03 |
| Enso | Plan 1B | 1BR,1BA | $3.63 |
| Stonegate | 2x2 | 2BR,2BA | $2.82 |
| Orchard Gardens | 2 Beds, 1 bath | 2BR,1BA | $3.68 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Alviso Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Alviso?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Alviso is under $2,840.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Alviso?
The cheapest apartment in Alviso is St. Anton Apartments which is listed at $1,819, while the average apartment in Alviso costs $5,467.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Alviso?
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 14 regular apartments in Alviso 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 Alviso?
Cheap apartments in Alviso have an average cost of $126 which is $5,341 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Alviso.
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