Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Ponderosa Neighborhood of Sunnyvale, CA from $1,100 (20 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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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 $1,696. 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 ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Vitalia ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$1,696
Park West ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$1,725
Joseph ManorStudioStudio,1BA$1,895
The CommonsThe CornellStudio,1BA$2,169
The Pines Apartments1 bedroom 1 bath1BR,1BA$2,325

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Ponderosa, CA

As of October 05, 2025 the best value apartment in the Ponderosa area is the $2.53 price per square foot 2BR/2BTH Model at Blossom Hill Terrace Apartments in the in the Ponderosa neighborhood starting from $2,895. The second greatest value Ponderosa apartment is the B1 Model at Avalon Campbell starting at $3,510 with a $3.30 price per square foot in the South San Jose neighborhood. 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.
Blossom Hill Terrace Apartments2BR/2BTH2BR,2BA$2.53
Avalon CampbellB12BR,2BA$3.30
141 Towne Terrace, Unit 15141 Towne Terrace2BR,1BA$2.64
CieloPlan B12BR,1BA$3.62
611 Laura Dr, Unit A611 Laura Dr2BR,1BA$3.00
Los Gatos Gardens2 Beds, 1 bath2BR,1BA$3.55
San Jose GreensLarge 1 Bed 1 Bath1BR,1BA$3.32
La Valencia Apartment HomesResidence 1 Luxury1BR,1BA$3.52
Four Twenty Union ApartmentsOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$3.55
Cedar GlenPine Cone1BR,1BA$3.91

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Ponderosa, Sunnyvale, CA

Ranked #22

Among cities in California for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.

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4.0
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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 $1,696.

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

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Ponderosa Apartment is $1,995 at Joseph Manor.

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.

What is the most affordable Ponderosa Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Ponderosa Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Los Gatos Gardens and starts from $3,895.

Expert Rental Resources

Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

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A Local Expert's Guide to the Top 10 Best Affordable Neighborhoods for Renters in San Jose

Written by: Shannon Hilson

If you’ve spent much time in San Jose, you’ve likely heard it referred to as “the capital of Silicon Valley” a time or two, and with good reason. San Jose has it all when it comes to the modern California lifestyle and then some.

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How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Everything is a negotiation in real estate! 

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The Rental Move-In Inspection Checklist: A Guide for Renters

Written by: Trey Huguley

The move-in inspection checklist is a crucial tool for both tenants and landlords. This checklist, provided by the team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com, helps document the condition of an apartment at the time of move-in.

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Your Guide to Co-Signers: The Risks, Rewards, and Everything in Between

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

For many people, obstacles can arise during the rental application process for a variety of issues.