
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Sunnyvale East Neighborhood of Sunnyvale, CA from $1,200 (24 Rentals)
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Tamarind Square

The Bungalows at Ahwanee

Kensington Place

Sands Studio Apartments

Borregas Court Apartments

640 Lakehaven Dr
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875-877 Altamont Ct

1035 N Fairoaks Ave

680 Morse Ave

Compass Place North

Casa De Amigos

580 Ahwanee Ave

Mission Pointe by Windsor

Lawrence Station
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365 W Weddell Dr

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Sunnyvale East, Sunnyvale, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Sunnyvale East?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sunnyvale East Studio Apartments | $1,897 | $1,200 | $3,175 |
| Sunnyvale East 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,307 | $1,927 | $3,850 |
| Sunnyvale East 2 Bedroom Apartments | $4,272 | $2,303 | $4,986 |
| Sunnyvale East 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,804 | $2,650 | $4,684 |
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There are currently 24 rentals with your search options within a 1 mile radius of the Sunnyvale East Neighborhood of Sunnyvale, CA.
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Cheapest Available Sunnyvale East Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Sunnyvale East 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 Sunnyvale East 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 |
| Mission Pointe by Windsor | Sonoma | 1BR,1BA | $2,851 |
| Encasa | 0x1b | Studio,1BA | $2,860 |
| Lawrence Station | Saule | 1BR,1BA | $3,169 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Sunnyvale East, CA
As of February 23, 2026 the best value apartment in the Sunnyvale East area is the $3.67 price per square foot Novel Model at Anton 1101 Apartments in the in the North San Jose neighborhood starting from $4,550. The second greatest value Sunnyvale East apartment is the Sumatra Model at Tamarind Square starting at $3,221 with a $4.51 price per square foot in the North San Jose neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Sunnyvale East apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Anton 1101 Apartments | Novel | 2BR,2BA | $3.67 |
| Tamarind Square | Sumatra | 1BR,1BA | $4.51 |
| Lawrence Station | Saule | 1BR,1BA | $4.51 |
| Via | The Downtown | 1BR,1BA | $4.59 |
| Kensington Place | Plan 1A | 1BR,1BA | $4.85 |
| 6tenEast | A-Jr | Studio ,1BA | $4.67 |
| Orchard Gardens | 2 Beds, 1 bath | 2BR,1BA | $3.68 |
| Mission Pointe by Windsor | Sonoma | 1BR,1BA | $4.92 |
| Encasa | 0x1a | Studio ,1BA | $5.27 |
| Borregas Court Apartments | Studio A | Studio ,1BA | $6.15 |
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3.5Pet Friendly
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Sunnyvale East Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Sunnyvale East?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Sunnyvale East is at Borregas Court Apartments listed at $1,200.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Sunnyvale East Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Sunnyvale East Apartment is $1,927 at Orchard Gardens.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Sunnyvale East Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Sunnyvale East is starting from $2,303 at Orchard Gardens.
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