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Borregas Court Apartments
101 W Weddell DrSunnyvale, CA 94089
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the SNAIL Neighborhood of Sunnyvale, CA from $1,200 (9 Rentals)
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Sands Studio Apartments
874 Borregas AveSunnyvale, CA 94085
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Orchard Gardens
245-251 W Weddell DrSunnyvale, CA 94089
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The Bungalows at Ahwanee
126 W Ahwanee AveSunnyvale, CA 94085
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Plaza Studios
181 W Weddell DrSunnyvale, CA 94089
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Olivewood
525-535 E Maude AveSunnyvale, CA 94085
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Morse Gardens
616-624 Morse AveSunnyvale, CA 94085
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720 North Apartments
720 N Fair Oaks AveSunnyvale, CA 94085
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SNAIL, Sunnyvale, CA Local Guide
How much does it cost to rent an apartment in SNAIL?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| SNAIL Studio Apartments | $1,883 | $1,200 | $3,541 |
| SNAIL 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,642 | $1,927 | $4,197 |
| SNAIL 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,894 | $2,303 | $4,798 |
| SNAIL 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,448 | $2,650 | $5,971 |
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There are currently 9 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the SNAIL Neighborhood of Sunnyvale, CA.
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Cheapest Available SNAIL Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in the SNAIL area of San Jose, CA is a Studio unit found at Borregas Court Apartments priced from $1,200. Orchard Gardens has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,927. Here are the most affordable SNAIL apartments for rent in San Jose, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Borregas Court Apartments | Studio A | Studio,1BA | $1,200 |
| Orchard Gardens | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,927 |
| The Bungalows at Ahwanee | 1 Bedroom without Patio | 1BR,1BA | $1,988 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in SNAIL, CA
As of June 12, 2026 the best value apartment in the SNAIL area is the $3.56 price per square foot 785 N Fair Oaks Ave Model at 785 N Fair Oaks Ave, Unit #8 in the in the North San Jose neighborhood starting from $3,300. The second greatest value SNAIL apartment is the 1x1a Model at Encasa starting at $4,197 with a $5.18 price per square foot in the North San Jose neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for SNAIL apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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| 785 N Fair Oaks Ave, Unit #8 | 785 N Fair Oaks Ave | 2BR,1BA | $3.56 |
| Encasa | 1x1a | 1BR,1BA | $5.18 |
| Orchard Gardens | 2 Beds, 1 bath | 2BR,1BA | $3.68 |
| The Bungalows at Ahwanee | 1 Bedroom without Patio | 1BR,1BA | $3.61 |
| Britton Park Apartments | 1br | 1BR,1BA | $4.64 |
| Plaza Studios | Studio, 1 bath | Studio ,1BA | $4.60 |
| Borregas Court Apartments | Studio A | Studio ,1BA | $6.15 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap SNAIL Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in SNAIL?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in SNAIL is under $4,197.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in SNAIL?
The cheapest apartment in SNAIL is Orchard Gardens which is listed at $1,927, while the average apartment in SNAIL costs $4,310.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in SNAIL?
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 2 regular apartments in SNAIL that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
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