Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Ponderosa Neighborhood of Sunnyvale, CA from $1,150 (53 Rentals)

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141 Towne Ter
2 Bedroom Apartments

141 Towne Ter

141 Towne TerLos Gatos, CA 95032
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West Glen
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

West Glen

2265 S Bascom AveCampbell, CA 95008
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The Cannery Apartments
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

The Cannery Apartments

501 W Hacienda AveCampbell, CA 95008
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Union Manor
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Union Manor

377 Union AveCampbell, CA 95008
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Bascom House Apt
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Bascom House Apt

2520-2530 S Bascom AveSan Jose, CA 95124
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161 Towne Ter
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

161 Towne Ter

161 Towne TerLos Gatos, CA 95032
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Pauline Apartments
2 Bedroom Apartments

Pauline Apartments

2306-2322 Pauline DrSan Jose, CA 95124
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2307 Pauline Dr
2 Bedroom Apartments

2307 Pauline Dr

2307 Pauline DrSan Jose, CA 95124
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Valley Oaks Apartments
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Valley Oaks Apartments

100 Oak Rim CtLos Gatos, CA 95032
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The Commons
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

The Commons

275 Union AveCampbell, CA 95008
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San Tomas Gardens
2 to 4 Bedroom Apartments

San Tomas Gardens

825 S San Tomas Aquino RdCampbell, CA 95008
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146 Towne Ter
2 Bedroom Apartments

146 Towne Ter

146 Towne TerLos Gatos, CA 95032
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Live Oak Apartments
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Live Oak Apartments

615 Blossom Hill RdLos Gatos, CA 95032
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250 S 1st St
2 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

250 S 1st St

250 S 1st StCampbell, CA 95008
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Vivere
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Vivere

137 Riviera DrLos Gatos, CA 95032
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Los Gatos Apartments
2 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Los Gatos Apartments

14930 Oka RdLos Gatos, CA 95032
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Los Gatos Gardens
2 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Los Gatos Gardens

14850 Oka RdLos Gatos, CA 95032
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Union Park Apartments
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Union Park Apartments

1977 Heimgartner LnSan Jose, CA 95124
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Ponderosa, Sunnyvale, CA Local Guide

Cheapest Available Ponderosa Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Ponderosa area of San Jose, CA is a Studio unit found at Vitalia Apartments priced from $1,599. Park West Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,750. Here are the most affordable Ponderosa apartments for rent in San Jose, CA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Vitalia ApartmentsStudioStudio, 1BA$1,599
Park West ApartmentsStudioStudio, 1BA$1,750
Newport Apartments0X1SAStudio, 1BA$2,695
Sedona Lane ApartmentsOne Bedroom1BR, 1BA$2,700
Blossom Hill Terrace Apartments2BR/2BTH2BR, 2BA$2,895
Vivere1C1BR, 1BA$2,937
The CommonsThe Columbia1BR, 1BA$2,979
The Pines Apartments2 Bed 1.5 Bath2BR, 1BA$3,095
La Valencia Apartment HomesResidence 1 Luxury1BR, 1BA$3,189
345 - 190 Adler Ave2X1.5 (3)2BR, 1BA$3,195

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Ponderosa, CA

As of September 27, 2026 the best value apartment in the Ponderosa area is the $3.04 price per square foot 2 Bed 2 Bath Model at Lake Vasona Manor in the Fruitvale neighborhood starting from $3,895. The second greatest value Ponderosa apartment is the 2BR/2BTH Model at Blossom Hill Terrace Apartments in the Fruitvale neighborhood starting at $2,895 with a $2.53 price per square foot. Here is today’s list of the best values for Ponderosa apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Lake Vasona Manor2 Bed 2 Bath2BR, 2BA$3.04
Blossom Hill Terrace Apartments2BR/2BTH2BR, 2BA$2.53
The Pines Apartments2 Bed 1.5 Bath2BR, 1.5BA$3.22
La Valencia Apartment HomesResidence 1 Luxury1BR, 1BA$4.02
The Parc at PruneyardPlan 1A1BR, 1BA$4.51
AventinoPlan Four1BR, 1BA$4.61
The CommonsThe Columbia1BR, 1BA$4.51
Vivere1A1BR, 1BA$5.58
Vitalia ApartmentsStudioStudio, 1BA$3.99
Park West ApartmentsStudioStudio, 1BA$5.15

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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Ponderosa Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Ponderosa?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Ponderosa is at Vitalia Apartments listed at $1,599.

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

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Ponderosa Apartment is $2,190 at Vitalia Apartments.

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

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Ponderosa is starting from $2,617 at Vitalia Apartments.

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