
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the North Sunnyvale Neighborhood of Sunnyvale, CA from $1,200 (32 Rentals)
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832 San Rafael St

Sands Studio Apartments

Orchard Gardens

The Bungalows at Ahwanee

Plaza Studios

Morse Gardens

Olivewood
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Britton Park Apartments

San Jule Apartments

The Montclaire

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676 Johanna Ave, Unit 2, Unit 2

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1220 N Fair Oaks Ave, Unit SI FL2-ID839

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Kensington Place

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605 Tasman Dr, Unit SI FL4-ID872
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Encasa

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Tamarind Square

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1220 N Fair Oaks Ave, Unit SI FL2-ID1983

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Anton 1101 Apartments

1159 La Rochelle Terrace, Unit A, Unit A

Fernmar Studios

720 North Apartments
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San Juan Apartments

Maude Garden

Ahwanee Apartments

676 Johanna Ave

Mission Pointe by Windsor

Lawrence Station

Via

6tenEast
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North Sunnyvale, Sunnyvale, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in North Sunnyvale?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| North Sunnyvale Studio Apartments | $1,929 | $1,200 | $3,371 |
| North Sunnyvale 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,727 | $1,750 | $8,015 |
| North Sunnyvale 2 Bedroom Apartments | $4,855 | $2,303 | $6,585 |
| North Sunnyvale 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,954 | $2,650 | $4,984 |
Browse Apartments in this Neighborhood
There are currently 32 rentals with your search options within a 1 mile radius of the North Sunnyvale Neighborhood of Sunnyvale, CA.
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Cheapest Available North Sunnyvale Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the North Sunnyvale area of San Jose, CA is a Studio unit found at Borregas Court Apartments priced from $1,200. Sands Studio Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,825. Here are the most affordable North Sunnyvale apartments for rent in San Jose, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Borregas Court Apartments | Studio A | Studio,1BA | $1,200 |
| Sands Studio Apartments | 0x1 | Studio,1BA | $1,825 |
| Orchard Gardens | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,927 |
| The Bungalows at Ahwanee | 1 Bedroom without Patio | 1BR,1BA | $1,988 |
| Plaza Studios | Studio, 1 bath | Studio,1BA | $2,025 |
| Britton Park Apartments | 1br | 1BR,1BA | $2,250 |
| San Jule Apartments | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $2,350 |
| Mission Pointe by Windsor | Sonoma | 1BR,1BA | $3,109 |
| Kensington Place | Plan 1A | 1BR,1BA | $3,437 |
| Tamarind Square | Sumatra | 1BR,1BA | $3,438 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in North Sunnyvale, CA
As of May 21, 2026 the best value apartment in the North Sunnyvale area is the $2.31 price per square foot Malina Townhome - Live/Work Model at Lawrence Station in the in the North San Jose neighborhood starting from $4,919. The second greatest value North Sunnyvale apartment is the 1x1a Model at Encasa starting at $3,647 with a $4.50 price per square foot in the North San Jose neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for North Sunnyvale apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lawrence Station | Malina Townhome - Live/Work | 2BR,2.5BA | $2.31 |
| Encasa | 1x1a | 1BR,1BA | $4.50 |
| Tamarind Square | Sumatra | 1BR,1BA | $4.82 |
| Kensington Place | Plan 1A | 1BR,1BA | $5.00 |
| Orchard Gardens | 2 Beds, 1 bath | 2BR,1BA | $3.68 |
| The Bungalows at Ahwanee | 1 Bedroom without Patio | 1BR,1BA | $3.61 |
| San Jule Apartments | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $4.61 |
| Britton Park Apartments | 1br | 1BR,1BA | $4.64 |
| Plaza Studios | Studio, 1 bath | Studio ,1BA | $4.60 |
| Sands Studio Apartments | 0x1 | Studio ,1BA | $5.18 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap North Sunnyvale Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in North Sunnyvale?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in North Sunnyvale is under $3,438.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in North Sunnyvale?
The cheapest apartment in North Sunnyvale is Orchard Gardens which is listed at $1,927, while the average apartment in North Sunnyvale costs $4,759.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in North Sunnyvale?
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 6 regular apartments in North Sunnyvale that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
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