
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Old Orchard Neighborhood of Sunnyvale, CA from $1,600 (51 Rentals)
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Twin Pines Manor Apartments

Bali Hai Garden Apartments

Mathilda Garden Apartments

Remington Place Apartments

Olive Garden Apartments

Lincoln Glen Apartments

Castlemont Arms Apartments

The Orchard at Sunnyvale

Cezanne Apartments
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Spruce Apartments

Olive West Apartments

Crescent Manor

Cherryhill

Apricot Pit Apartments

364-366 W Olive Ave

Villa Cerise

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436 Vasquez Ct, Unit 1

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621 Grand Fir Ave, Unit 4

Shadowbrook
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Parkwood Apartments

Heritage Park

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481 On Mathilda

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655 S Fair Oaks Ave, Unit GO FL2-ID367

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655 S Fair Oaks Ave, Unit PL FL3-ID1964

Encinal Place

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Naya

Cherry Orchard Apartment Homes

Ironworks

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235 Olson Way, Unit SI FL3-ID1413
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Remington Grove

Iris Park Apartments

Iris Garden/ Iris Park Apartments

La Hacienda Apartments

PKSL

Villa Oaks Apartments

141-370 Altair Way

South Mary Place Apartments

360 W Olive Ave

Central Park
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Sunnyvale Apartments

The Highlander

Pacific Plaza

Sunnyvale Place Apartments

The Flats (Retail F- Block 1)

418 Brahms Way

Parallel

Solstice

829 Blair Ave

618 S Fair Oaks Ave
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Old Orchard, Sunnyvale, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Old Orchard?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Old Orchard Studio Apartments | $2,907 | $1,988 | $4,266 |
| Old Orchard 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,883 | $2,145 | $8,804 |
| Old Orchard 2 Bedroom Apartments | $4,811 | $2,875 | $9,778 |
| Old Orchard 3 Bedroom Apartments | $6,304 | $3,950 | $10,000+ |
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Cheapest Available Old Orchard Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Old Orchard area of San Jose, CA is a Studio unit found at Bali Hai Garden Apartments priced from $2,045. The Highlander has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $2,395. Here are the most affordable Old Orchard apartments for rent in San Jose, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bali Hai Garden Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $2,045 |
| The Highlander | 1x1S | 1BR,1BA | $2,395 |
| The Orchard at Sunnyvale | One BR | 1BR,1BA | $2,525 |
| Cherryhill | One Bedroom One Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $2,695 |
| 364-366 W Olive Ave | 1 Bed / 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2,745 |
| Central Park | Lakewod | 1BR,1BA | $2,920 |
| Parkwood Apartments | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $3,195 |
| Spruce Apartments | Plan 1B | 1BR,1BA | $3,427 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Old Orchard, CA
As of July 14, 2026 the best value apartment in the Old Orchard area is the $3.26 price per square foot 2 Bedroom 2 Bath Model at Encinal Place in the in the North San Jose neighborhood starting from $3,895. The second greatest value Old Orchard apartment is the 4m.2A5 Model at 481 On Mathilda starting at $5,501 with a $4.71 price per square foot in the North San Jose neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Old Orchard apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Encinal Place | 2 Bedroom 2 Bath | 2BR,2BA | $3.26 |
| 481 On Mathilda | 4m.2A5 | 2BR,2BA | $4.71 |
| Central Park | Lakewod | 1BR,1BA | $3.30 |
| 436 Vasquez Ct, Unit 1 | 436 Vasquez Ct | 2BR,1BA | $3.40 |
| 364-366 W Olive Ave | 1 Bed / 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $3.35 |
| Cherryhill | Two Bedroom One Bathroom | 2BR,1BA | $3.79 |
| The Orchard at Sunnyvale | One BR | 1BR,1BA | $3.58 |
| The Highlander | 1x1S | 1BR,1BA | $3.54 |
| 621 Grand Fir Ave, Unit 4 | 621 Grand Fir Ave | 2BR,1BA | $4.83 |
| Bali Hai Garden Apartments | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $4.54 |
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Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
4.0Pet Friendly
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Old Orchard Apartments
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Old Orchard Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Old Orchard Apartment is $2,145 at Bali Hai Garden Apartments.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Old Orchard Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Old Orchard is starting from $2,995 at The Highlander.
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A Local Expert's Guide to the Top 10 Best Affordable Neighborhoods for Renters in San Jose
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