Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Sunnyvale Town Center Neighborhood of Sunnyvale, CA from $1,700 (53 Rentals)

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621 Grand Fir Ave, Unit 4
$2,850
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621 Grand Fir Ave, Unit 4

621 Grand Fir AveSunnyvale, CA 94086
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481 On Mathilda
$3,332 - $5,690
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481 On Mathilda

481 S Mathilda AveSunnyvale, CA 94086
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Naya
$3,901 - $6,194
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1095 W El Camino RealSunnyvale, CA 94087
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$4,000

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1213 W Washington Ave

SunnyvaleCA94086
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Iris Park Apartments
Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Iris Park Apartments

611 Iris AveSunnyvale, CA 94086
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280 W California Ave
1 Bedroom Apartments

280 W California Ave

280 W California AveSunnyvale, CA 94086
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La Hacienda Apartments
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

La Hacienda Apartments

475 Cumulus AveSunnyvale, CA 94087
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044- Villa Oaks
Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments

044- Villa Oaks

158 N Sunnyvale AveSunnyvale, CA 94086
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1244 Balboa Court
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

1244 Balboa Court

1244 Balboa CtSunnyvale, CA 94086
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141-370 Altair Way
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

141-370 Altair Way

141-370 Altair WaySunnyvale, CA 94086
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360 W Olive Ave
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

360 W Olive Ave

360 W Olive AveSunnyvale, CA 94086
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Ayala Place Apartments
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Ayala Place Apartments

1257-1275 Ayala DrSunnyvale, CA 94086
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Sunnyvale Apartments
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Sunnyvale Apartments

390 S Sunnyvale AveSunnyvale, CA 94086

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1256 Balboa Ct
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

1256 Balboa Ct

1256 Balboa CtSunnyvale, CA 94086
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Maude Garden
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Maude Garden

524 E Maude AveSunnyvale, CA 94085
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Pacific Plaza
2 Bedroom Apartments

Pacific Plaza

785 Reseda DrSunnyvale, CA 94087
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418 Brahms Way
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

418 Brahms Way

418 Brahms WaySunnyvale, CA 94087
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Parallel
1 Bedroom Apartments

Parallel

1105-1157 W Olive AveSunnyvale, CA 94086
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Magnolia Square
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Magnolia Square

107 S Mary AveSunnyvale, CA 94086
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Solstice
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Solstice

299 W Washington AveSunnyvale, CA 94086

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Sunnyvale Town Center, Sunnyvale, CA Local Guide

Cheapest Available Sunnyvale Town Center Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Sunnyvale Town Center area of San Jose, CA is a 1 Bed unit found at 364-366 W Olive Ave priced from $2,745. Balboa Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $3,195. Here are the most affordable Sunnyvale Town Center apartments for rent in San Jose, CA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
364-366 W Olive Ave1 Bed / 1 Bath1BR,1BA$2,745
Balboa Apartments1 Bed 1 Bath + Washer/Dryer1BR,1BA$3,195
Magnolia SquarePlan 1B1BR,1BA$3,407
The MontclairePlan 1A1BR,1BA$3,417
SolsticeMetal1BR,1BA$3,857
The HighlanderPlan 2C2BR,2BA$3,878
The FlatsPLAN SStudio,1BA$4,160
Encinal Place2B/2.5BA2BR,2BA$4,195
The MartinJ11BR,1BA$4,368

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Sunnyvale Town Center, CA

As of August 21, 2026 the best value apartment in the Sunnyvale Town Center area is the $2.74 price per square foot 2B/2.5BA Model at Encinal Place in the in the North San Jose neighborhood starting from $4,195. The second greatest value Sunnyvale Town Center apartment is the Plan 3A Model at The Highlander starting at $4,766 with a $4.03 price per square foot in the North San Jose neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Sunnyvale Town Center apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Encinal Place2B/2.5BA2BR,2.5BA$2.74
The HighlanderPlan 3A3BR,2BA$4.03
IronworksPlan 2B2BR,2BA$4.56
Cherry Orchard Apartment HomesPlan 42BR,2BA$4.85
ShadowbrookPlan 2AR2BR,2BA$4.44
364-366 W Olive Ave1 Bed / 1 Bath1BR,1BA$3.35
Balboa Apartments1 Bed 1 Bath + Washer/Dryer1BR,1BA$3.99
621 Grand Fir Ave, Unit 4621 Grand Fir Ave2BR,1BA$3.56
Magnolia SquarePlan 1B1BR,1BA$4.64
The MontclairePlan 1A1BR,1BA$4.81

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Sunnyvale Town Center, Sunnyvale, CA

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Lifestyle Ratings

This website is happy to bring you our detailed rental analysis called 'Lifestyle Ratings' - a comparison of rentals and neighborhoods across the USA, including Sunnyvale. LifeStyle Ratings are the best way to sort through finding a place to live - beyond price and floorplan. This takes in many factors including rankings of the best places for the best proximity to parks and outdoor amenities, luxury amenities, features that make it easier to raise kids, raising pets, transit options, walking, and biking. These search options are in the site filters at the top of this page.

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Sunnyvale Town Center Apartments

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Sunnyvale Town Center Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Sunnyvale Town Center Apartment is $2,745 at 364-366 W Olive Ave.

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Sunnyvale Town Center Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Sunnyvale Town Center is starting from $3,878 at The Highlander.

What is the most affordable Sunnyvale Town Center Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Sunnyvale Town Center Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Balboa Apartments and starts from $4,595.

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