
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Ponderosa Neighborhood of Sunnyvale, CA from $1,150 (53 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in the Ponderosa area of Sunnyvale.


Vitalia Apartments

Park West Apartments

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San Jose Greens

Twelve Oaks Apartments

16225 George St

Cedar Glen

680 Waldo Rd

Newport Apartments
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215 Union Ave, Unit SI FL0-ID796

1762 Chevalier Dr

Blossom Hill Terrace Apartments

Los Gatos Garden Apartments

The Pines Apartments

Casa Vasona Garden Apartments

Cielo

La Valencia Apartment Homes
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15900 Los Gatos Almaden Rd, Unit Los Gatos Duplex Condo

141 Towne Ter

West Glen

Blossom Hill Garden Apartments

Campbell Square Apartments

2290 Sun Glory Ln

The Cannery Apartments

2242 Curtner Apartments

Union Manor

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161 Towne Ter

Pauline Apartments

2307 Pauline Dr

Valley Oaks Apartments

Towne Terrace Apartments

The Waverly at Campbell

Campbell Plaza Apartments

Tamarack Apartments

The Commons

San Tomas Gardens
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146 Towne Ter

1775 Wema Way

3873 Starview Dr

Live Oak Apartments

250 S 1st St

Vivere

Los Gatos Apartments

Village Patio Homes & Apartments

Los Gatos Gardens

Union Park Apartments
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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 | $2,093 | $1,599 | $2,695 |
| Ponderosa 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,232 | $2,190 | $4,400 |
| Ponderosa 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,568 | $2,595 | $5,705 |
| Ponderosa 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,755 | $1,496 | $6,110 |
Browse Apartments in this Neighborhood
There are currently 53 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Ponderosa Neighborhood of Sunnyvale, CA.
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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 $1,750. Here are the most affordable Ponderosa apartments for rent in San Jose, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Vitalia Apartments | Studio | Studio, 1BA | $1,599 |
| Park West Apartments | Studio | Studio, 1BA | $1,750 |
| Newport Apartments | 0X1SA | Studio, 1BA | $2,695 |
| Sedona Lane Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR, 1BA | $2,700 |
| Blossom Hill Terrace Apartments | 2BR/2BTH | 2BR, 2BA | $2,895 |
| Vivere | 1C | 1BR, 1BA | $2,937 |
| The Commons | The Columbia | 1BR, 1BA | $2,979 |
| The Pines Apartments | 2 Bed 1.5 Bath | 2BR, 1BA | $3,095 |
| La Valencia Apartment Homes | Residence 1 Luxury | 1BR, 1BA | $3,189 |
| 345 - 190 Adler Ave | 2X1.5 (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 Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lake Vasona Manor | 2 Bed 2 Bath | 2BR, 2BA | $3.04 |
| Blossom Hill Terrace Apartments | 2BR/2BTH | 2BR, 2BA | $2.53 |
| The Pines Apartments | 2 Bed 1.5 Bath | 2BR, 1.5BA | $3.22 |
| La Valencia Apartment Homes | Residence 1 Luxury | 1BR, 1BA | $4.02 |
| The Parc at Pruneyard | Plan 1A | 1BR, 1BA | $4.51 |
| Aventino | Plan Four | 1BR, 1BA | $4.61 |
| The Commons | The Columbia | 1BR, 1BA | $4.51 |
| Vivere | 1A | 1BR, 1BA | $5.58 |
| Vitalia Apartments | Studio | Studio, 1BA | $3.99 |
| Park West Apartments | Studio | Studio, 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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