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1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Condo for Rent

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217 Ada Ave

Mountain ViewCA94043

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Sunnyvale, CA Local Guide

Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Sunnyvale, CA

Pricing Updated: 08/28/2026

Current apartment rentals in the Sunnyvale, CA area range in price from $2,150 to $11,745 with an overall median price of $4,140. Here is today’s list neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for Sunnyvale Apartments for rent:

NeighborhoodMedian PriceMin PriceAvailable Units
Lakewood$3,847$2,3505
Downtown Sunnyvale$4,198$2,15025

Cheapest Available Sunnyvale Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Sunnyvale, CA is a Studio unit found at Stevens Creek in the Loma Linda neighborhood priced from $972. 88 Saratoga Avenue Apartments in the Rancho Rinconada neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,004. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Sunnyvale apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Stevens CreekStudioStudio,1BA$972
88 Saratoga Avenue ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$1,004
Borregas Court ApartmentsStudio AStudio,1BA$1,200
Parkside StudiosStudioStudio,1BA$1,235
Calabazas Community ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$1,495

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Sunnyvale, CA

As of August 28, 2026 the best value apartment in the Sunnyvale area is the $3.11 price per square foot 2BR/2.0BA Model at Thunderbird in the in the North San Jose neighborhood starting from $3,500. The second greatest value Sunnyvale apartment is the 2 Bed 1.5 Bath Model at Delmonico Apartments starting at $3,095 with a $3.33 price per square foot in the South Los Altos neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Sunnyvale apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Thunderbird2BR/2.0BA2BR,2BA$3.11
Delmonico Apartments2 Bed 1.5 Bath2BR,1.5BA$3.33
Central ParkLakewod1BR,1BA$3.30
Verona GardensE.K.1BR,1BA$3.06
364-366 W Olive Ave1 Bed / 1 Bath1BR,1BA$3.35
Gallatin Apartments1 Bedroom 1Bath1BR,1BA$3.13
North Colonial House1 Bedroom - S1BR,1BA$3.20
Stevens CreekStudioStudio ,1BA$2.28
88 Saratoga Avenue ApartmentsStudioStudio ,1BA$2.38
Parkside StudiosStudioStudio ,1BA$3.32

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Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary | ApartmentHomeLiving.com Renter University

From the letter A all the way to the letter Z, the Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary from the content team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provides our visitors and shoppers with a little clarity and helpful guidance in navigating the real estate world through definitions and explainers for the top subjects and terms that someone may come across during the leasing, buying, or selling process.

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Frequently Asked Questions about Sunnyvale

What type of rentals are currently available in Sunnyvale?

There are currently 2490 Apartments for Rent in Sunnyvale, CA with pricing that ranges from $972 to $13,337. There are also 207 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Sunnyvale ranging from $900 to $16,500.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Sunnyvale?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Sunnyvale ranges from $900 to $16,500 with an average monthly rent of $4,605.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Sunnyvale?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Sunnyvale range from $1,460 to $13,337, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $3,800 to $7,700. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $4,890 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $5,895.

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