Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Fairbrae Neighborhood of Sunnyvale, CA from $1,600 (37 Rentals)

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621 Grand Fir Ave, Unit 4
$2,899
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621 Grand Fir Ave, Unit 4

621 Grand Fir AveSunnyvale, CA 94086
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Remington Grove
Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Remington Grove

575 E Remington DrSunnyvale, CA 94087
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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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La Hacienda Apartments
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

La Hacienda Apartments

475 Cumulus AveSunnyvale, CA 94087
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PKSL
Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments

PKSL

1090 Sunnyvale Saratoga RdSunnyvale, CA 94087
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829 Blair Ave
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

829 Blair Ave

829 Blair AveSunnyvale, CA 94087
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Central Park
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Central Park

1055 Manet DrSunnyvale, CA 94087
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Pacific Plaza
2 Bedroom Apartments

Pacific Plaza

785 Reseda DrSunnyvale, CA 94087
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$2,490

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502 Hope Terrace

SunnyvaleCA94087
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691 Ontario Ct
Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments

691 Ontario Ct

691 Ontario CtSunnyvale, CA 94087

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418 Brahms Way
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

418 Brahms Way

418 Brahms WaySunnyvale, CA 94087
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Fairbrae, Sunnyvale, CA Local Guide

Cheapest Available Fairbrae Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Fairbrae area of San Jose, CA is a Studio unit found at Bali Hai Garden Apartments priced from $2,045. Mathilda Garden Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $2,125. Here are the most affordable Fairbrae apartments for rent in San Jose, CA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Bali Hai Garden ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$2,045
Mathilda Garden ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$2,125
The Highlander1x1S1BR,1BA$2,195
110 Remington Apartments1-Bed, 1-Bath1BR,1BA$2,295
The Orchard at SunnyvaleOne BR1BR,1BA$2,525
CherryhillTwo Bedroom One Bathroom2BR,1BA$2,995
Parkwood Apartments1x11BR,1BA$3,095
Spruce ApartmentsPlan 1C1BR,1BA$3,257
Oak & Umber1CR1BR,1BA$3,272

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Fairbrae, CA

As of May 31, 2026 the best value apartment in the Fairbrae area is the $4.07 price per square foot Three Bedroom One Bathroom Model at Cherryhill in the in the North San Jose neighborhood starting from $4,425. The second greatest value Fairbrae apartment is the The Preserve Model at 678 Bellflower starting at $3,501 with a $3.25 price per square foot in the North San Jose neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Fairbrae apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
CherryhillThree Bedroom One Bathroom3BR,1BA$4.07
678 BellflowerThe Preserve2BR,1.5BA$3.25
Cherry Orchard Apartment HomesPlan 42BR,2BA$4.82
The Orchard at SunnyvaleOne BR1BR,1BA$3.58
110 Remington Apartments1-Bed, 1-Bath1BR,1BA$3.37
The Highlander1x1S1BR,1BA$3.24
Oak & Umber1CR1BR,1BA$4.96
Parkwood Apartments2x1 SSF2BR,1BA$5.79
621 Grand Fir Ave, Unit 4621 Grand Fir Ave2BR,1BA$4.83
Bali Hai Garden ApartmentsStudioStudio ,1BA$4.54

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Fairbrae, Sunnyvale, CA

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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Fairbrae Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Fairbrae?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Fairbrae is at Bali Hai Garden Apartments listed at $2,045.

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Fairbrae Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Fairbrae Apartment is $2,145 at Bali Hai Garden Apartments.

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

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Fairbrae is starting from $2,795 at The Highlander.

What is the most affordable Fairbrae Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Fairbrae Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at The Highlander and starts from $3,295.

Expert Rental Resources

The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

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