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Vitalia Apartments
3090 S Bascom AveSan Jose, CA 95124
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Ponderosa Neighborhood of Sunnyvale, CA from $1,100 (26 Rentals)
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Park West Apartments
1800 Bradford WaySan Jose, CA 95124
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811 Camden Ave
CampbellCA95008
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Casa Vasona Garden Apartments
859 University AveLos Gatos, CA 95032
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Your Guide to Co-Signers: The Risks, Rewards, and Everything in Between
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$2,139 - $3,049Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
The Commons
275 Union AveCampbell, CA 95008
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Twelve Oaks Apartments
107 Oak Rim CtLos Gatos, CA 95032
935 Sharmon Palms Ln
CampbellCA95008
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The Pines Apartments
66-86 W Rincon AveCampbell, CA 95008
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Ponderosa, Sunnyvale, CA Local Guide
How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Ponderosa?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ponderosa Studio Apartments | $2,199 | $1,599 | $2,777 |
| Ponderosa 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,000 | $2,100 | $8,070 |
| Ponderosa 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,350 | $2,290 | $5,909 |
| Ponderosa 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,779 | $3,375 | $8,878 |
| Ponderosa 4 Bedroom Apartments | $10,126 | $10,000 | $10,000+ |
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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 $1,725. Here are the most affordable Ponderosa apartments for rent in San Jose, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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| Vitalia Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,599 |
| Park West Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,725 |
| Joseph Manor | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,875 |
| The Commons | The Cornell | Studio,1BA | $2,139 |
| 115 Towne Terrace | 1 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $2,295 |
| The Pines Apartments | 1 bedroom 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $2,300 |
| Cielo | Plan S1 | Studio,1BA | $2,325 |
| Four Twenty Union Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2,500 |
| Cedar Glen | Pine Cone | 1BR,1BA | $2,555 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Ponderosa, CA
As of December 14, 2025 the best value apartment in the Ponderosa area is the $2.70 price per square foot 2 Bed 2 Bath Model at Lake Vasona Manor in the in the Fruitvale neighborhood starting from $3,450. The second greatest value Ponderosa apartment is the 2BR/2BTH Model at Blossom Hill Terrace Apartments starting at $2,895 with a $2.53 price per square foot in the Fruitvale neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Ponderosa apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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| Lake Vasona Manor | 2 Bed 2 Bath | 2BR,2BA | $2.70 |
| Blossom Hill Terrace Apartments | 2BR/2BTH | 2BR,2BA | $2.53 |
| 2786 Joseph Ave | 2-Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $2.97 |
| 1751 Ross Cir, Unit 4 | 1751 Ross Cir | 2BR,1BA | $3.02 |
| Los Gatos Gardens | 2 Beds, 1 bath | 2BR,1BA | $3.55 |
| San Jose Greens | Large 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $3.32 |
| 2800 Joseph Ave, Unit apt 1 | 2800 Joseph Ave | 2BR,1BA | $3.47 |
| Four Twenty Union Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $3.55 |
| 115 Towne Terrace | 1 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $3.53 |
| 2715 Joseph Ave, Unit 2 | 2715 Joseph Ave | 1BR,1BA | $3.50 |
Don't Settle: How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Ponderosa Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Ponderosa?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Ponderosa is under $2,555.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Ponderosa?
The cheapest apartment in Ponderosa is Vitalia Apartments which is listed at $2,190, while the average apartment in Ponderosa costs $10,126.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Ponderosa?
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 7 regular apartments in Ponderosa 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 Ponderosa?
Cheap apartments in Ponderosa have an average cost of $268 which is $9,858 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Ponderosa.
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Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.
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Back in the day when I rented one of my first apartments, the property didn’t even have laundry in the building. Now, rental properties are often competing against each other to provide the best amenities.
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Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.
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