
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Panama Park Neighborhood of Sunnyvale, CA from $1,495 (116 Rentals)
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Bonnie Terrace Apartments

The Highlander

Bali Hai Garden Apartments

Cherry Blossom

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1586 Albatross Dr, Unit #4

Castlemont Arms Apartments

Magnolia Place Apartments

Mathilda Garden Apartments

The Orchard at Sunnyvale
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Spruce Apartments

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160 Locksunart Way, Unit SI FL2-ID2031

Crescent Manor

Cezanne Apartments

Apricot Pit Apartments

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170 Locksunart Way, Unit SI FL2-ID1890

364-366 W Olive Ave

Casa Alberta Apartments
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Heritage Park

Birchwood

The Maddox Sunnyvale

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621 Grand Fir Ave, Unit 4

Villa Cerise

1592 Quebec Ct, Unit 4

990 Helen Ave

The Murphy Station

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988 E El Camino Real, Unit SI FL2-ID1613
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The Crossings Apartments

Cherryhill

Bradley Apartments

Parkwood Apartments

Remington Grove

Iris Park Apartments

Amber Circle

993 Mangrove Ave

Cambria Apartments

Iris Garden/ Iris Park Apartments
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La Hacienda Apartments

Tamarack Gardens

PKSL

Miramar Plaza Apartments

Lincoln Glen Apartments

Villa Camino

South Mary Place Apartments

Carmel Park Apartments

Monterey Park Apartment

360 W Olive Ave
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Panama Park, Sunnyvale, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Panama Park?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Panama Park Studio Apartments | $3,082 | $1,495 | $4,112 |
| Panama Park 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,809 | $1,895 | $9,315 |
| Panama Park 2 Bedroom Apartments | $4,764 | $2,250 | $10,000+ |
| Panama Park 3 Bedroom Apartments | $5,555 | $3,360 | $10,000+ |
| Panama Park 4 Bedroom Apartments | $6,261 | $5,895 | $6,639 |
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There are currently 116 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Panama Park Neighborhood of Sunnyvale, CA.
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Cheapest Available Panama Park Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Panama Park area of San Jose, CA is a Studio unit found at Calabazas Community Apartments priced from $1,495. Miramar has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,850. Here are the most affordable Panama Park apartments for rent in San Jose, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Calabazas Community Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,495 |
| Miramar | 4 | 1BR,1BA | $1,850 |
| North Colonial House | 1B/1BA - Medium | 1BR,1BA | $1,895 |
| Bali Hai Garden Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $2,295 |
| Gallatin Apartments | 1 Bedroom 1Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2,350 |
| Magnolia Place Apartments | Large bedroom 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $2,495 |
| Mathilda Garden Apartments | 1-Bed x 1-Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2,500 |
| The Orchard at Sunnyvale | One BR | 1BR,1BA | $2,525 |
| Mission Hills Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2,725 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Panama Park, CA
As of August 27, 2026 the best value apartment in the Panama Park area is the $3.55 price per square foot Plan 2A Model at Reed Square in the in the North San Jose neighborhood starting from $4,249. The second greatest value Panama Park apartment is the 2BR/2.0BA Model at Thunderbird starting at $3,500 with a $3.11 price per square foot in the North San Jose neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Panama Park apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Reed Square | Plan 2A | 2BR,2BA | $3.55 |
| Thunderbird | 2BR/2.0BA | 2BR,2BA | $3.11 |
| Casa Alberta Apartments | Two Bedroom 1.5 Bath | 2BR,1.5BA | $3.50 |
| 678 Bellflower | The Preserve | 2BR,1.5BA | $3.41 |
| Central Park | Lakewod | 1BR,1BA | $3.30 |
| 364-366 W Olive Ave | 1 Bed / 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $3.35 |
| Vista Pointe | 1/1 | 1BR,1BA | $3.56 |
| Gallatin Apartments | 1 Bedroom 1Bath | 1BR,1BA | $3.13 |
| North Colonial House | 1 Bedroom - S | 1BR,1BA | $3.20 |
| Miramar | 4 | 1BR,1BA | $3.36 |
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Best Local Schools in Panama Park, Sunnyvale, CA
Louis E. Stocklmeir Elementary School
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Panama Park Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Panama Park?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Panama Park is under $2,725.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Panama Park?
The cheapest apartment in Panama Park is Miramar which is listed at $1,850, while the average apartment in Panama Park costs $4,031.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Panama Park?
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 4 regular apartments in Panama Park that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
How do the prices of cheap apartments compare to the average apartment in Panama Park?
Cheap apartments in Panama Park have an average cost of $190 which is $3,841 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Panama Park.
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