Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Ponderosa Neighborhood of Sunnyvale, CA from $1,100 (21 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 Apartments

West Glen

2265 S Bascom 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
2 Bedroom Apartments

161 Towne Ter

161 Towne TerLos Gatos, CA 95032
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2307 Pauline Dr
2 Bedroom Apartments

2307 Pauline Dr

2307 Pauline DrSan Jose, CA 95124
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Pauline Apartments
2 Bedroom Apartments

Pauline Apartments

2306-2322 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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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 Park West Apartments priced from $1,725. Joseph Manor has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $2,050. Here are the most affordable Ponderosa apartments for rent in San Jose, CA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Park West ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$1,725
Joseph ManorOne Bedroom One Bath1BR,1BA$2,050
Sedona Lane ApartmentsOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$2,550
Four Twenty Union ApartmentsOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$2,600
ShadowCreekPlan A11BR,1BA$2,645

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Ponderosa, CA

As of June 22, 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 Fruitvale neighborhood starting from $2,895. The second greatest value Ponderosa apartment is the 4941 Canto Dr Model at 4941 Canto Dr, Unit #3 starting at $2,795 with a $2.80 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
4941 Canto Dr, Unit #34941 Canto Dr2BR,1.5BA$2.80
San Jose GreensLarge 2 Bed 1 Bath2BR,1BA$3.03
Pebble CreekPlan B12BR,1BA$3.46
CieloPlan B12BR,1BA$3.33
Los Gatos Gardens2 Beds, 1 bath2BR,1BA$3.55
La Valencia Apartment HomesResidence 1 Luxury1BR,1BA$3.81
Four Twenty Union ApartmentsOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$3.69
ShadowCreekPlan A11BR,1BA$3.78
Newport Apartments1X1B1BR,1BA$3.78

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Ponderosa, Sunnyvale, CA

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Among neighborhoods in Sunnyvale, CA for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities

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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Ponderosa Apartments

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

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Ponderosa Apartment is $2,050 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 $2,725 at San Jose Greens.

What is the most affordable Ponderosa Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Ponderosa Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Cedar Glen and starts from $3,755.

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