Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Downtown Sunnyvale Neighborhood of Sunnyvale, CA from $1,700 (23 Rentals)

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Iris Park Apartments
Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Iris Park Apartments

611 Iris AveSunnyvale, CA 94086
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Amber Circle
1 Bedroom Apartments

Amber Circle

715 E El Camino RealSunnyvale, CA 94087
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280 W California Ave
1 Bedroom Apartments

280 W California Ave

280 W California AveSunnyvale, CA 94086
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141-370 Altair Way
1 Bedroom Apartments

141-370 Altair Way

141-370 Altair WaySunnyvale, CA 94086
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360 W Olive Ave
2 Bedroom Apartments

360 W Olive Ave

360 W Olive AveSunnyvale, CA 94086

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Maude Garden
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Maude Garden

524 E Maude AveSunnyvale, CA 94085
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Remington Grove
2 Bedroom Apartments

Remington Grove

575 E Remington DrSunnyvale, CA 94087
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044- Villa Oaks
2 Bedroom Apartments

044- Villa Oaks

158 N Sunnyvale AveSunnyvale, CA 94086

Cheapest Available Downtown Sunnyvale Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Downtown Sunnyvale area of Sunnyvale, CA is a Studio unit found at Remington Place Apartments priced from $2,150. The Highlander has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $2,195. Here are the most affordable Downtown Sunnyvale apartments for rent in Sunnyvale, CA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Remington Place ApartmentsRemodeled StudioStudio,1BA$2,150
The Highlander1x1S1BR,1BA$2,195
Morse GardensStudioStudio,1BA$2,195
Sunnyvale ApartmentsStudio, 1 bathStudio,1BA$2,350
The MontclaireStudioStudio,1BA$2,417

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Downtown Sunnyvale, CA

As of August 19, 2025 the best value apartment in the Downtown Sunnyvale area is the $2.89 price per square foot 572 Blackwood Ter Model at 572 Blackwood Ter in the in the North San Jose neighborhood starting from $4,950. The second greatest value Downtown Sunnyvale apartment is the 2 Bedroom 2 Bath Model at Encinal Place starting at $3,125 with a $2.89 price per square foot in the North San Jose neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Downtown Sunnyvale apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
572 Blackwood Ter572 Blackwood Ter3BR,2.5BA$2.89
Encinal Place2 Bedroom 2 Bath2BR,2BA$2.89
Villa Del Sol21C2BR,1BA$3.75
364-366 W Olive Ave1x11BR,1BA$2.85
621 Grand Fir Ave, Unit 3621 Grand Fir Ave2BR,1BA$3.63
The Highlander1x1L1BR,1BA$3.37
Heritage Park1x11BR,1BA$3.71
Cezanne Apartments1br 650 sf1BR,1BA$3.85
Sunnyvale ApartmentsStudio, 1 bathStudio ,1BA$4.05
Morse GardensStudioStudio ,1BA$3.78

Getting Around the Downtown Sunnyvale Neighborhood in Sunnyvale, CA

Walk Score®

90 / 100

Walker’s Paradise

Daily errands do not require a car

Bike Score®

88 / 100

Very Bikeable

Biking is convenient for most trips

Transit Score®

51 / 100

Good Transit

Many nearby public transportation options

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Downtown Sunnyvale Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Downtown Sunnyvale?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Downtown Sunnyvale is at Remington Place Apartments listed at $2,150.

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Downtown Sunnyvale Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Downtown Sunnyvale Apartment is $2,195 at The Highlander.

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Downtown Sunnyvale Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Downtown Sunnyvale is starting from $2,695 at The Highlander.

What is the most affordable Downtown Sunnyvale Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Downtown Sunnyvale Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at The Highlander and starts from $3,395.

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