Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Sunnyvale West Neighborhood of Sunnyvale, CA from $1,850 (45 Rentals)

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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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PKSL
Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments

PKSL

1090 Sunnyvale Saratoga RdSunnyvale, CA 94087
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Villa Camino
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Villa Camino

140 Locksunart WaySunnyvale, CA 94087
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1248 Brookfield Ave
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

1248 Brookfield Ave

1248 Brookfield AveSunnyvale, CA 94087
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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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Bernardo Apartments
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Bernardo Apartments

515 S Bernardo AveSunnyvale, 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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Pacific Plaza
2 Bedroom Apartments

Pacific Plaza

785 Reseda DrSunnyvale, CA 94087
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1578 Albatross Dr
1 Bedroom Apartments

1578 Albatross Dr

1578 Albatross DrSunnyvale, CA 94087

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Hacienda Apartments
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Hacienda Apartments

187 Acalanes DrSunnyvale, CA 94086
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175 Acalanes Dr
2 to 4 Bedroom Apartments

175 Acalanes Dr

175 Acalanes DrSunnyvale, CA 94086
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Verona Gardens
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Verona Gardens

471 Acalanes DrSunnyvale, CA 94086
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674 Kirkland Dr
1 Bedroom Apartments

674 Kirkland Dr

674 Kirkland DrSunnyvale, CA 94087
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Colony House Apartments
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

Colony House Apartments

840 Alice AveMountain View, CA 94041
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Cheapest Available Sunnyvale West Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Sunnyvale West area of San Jose, CA is a Studio unit found at Bali Hai Garden Apartments priced from $2,295. 110 Remington Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $2,395. Here are the most affordable Sunnyvale West apartments for rent in San Jose, CA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Bali Hai Garden ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$2,295
110 Remington Apartments1-Bed, 1-Bath1BR,1BA$2,395
Magnolia Place ApartmentsLarge bedroom 1x11BR,1BA$2,495
The Orchard at SunnyvaleOne BR1BR,1BA$2,525
Verona GardensE.K.1BR,1BA$2,600
Del Prado I Apartments2-Bedroom, 1-Bathroom B2BR,1BA$2,700
364-366 W Olive Ave1 Bed / 1 Bath1BR,1BA$2,745
CherryhillTwo Bedroom One Bathroom2BR,1BA$3,095
Parkwood Apartments1x11BR,1BA$3,145
Balboa Apartments1 Bed 1 Bath + Washer/Dryer1BR,1BA$3,195

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Sunnyvale West, CA

As of August 22, 2026 the best value apartment in the Sunnyvale West area is the $3.70 price per square foot 2 Beds, 1.5 Baths Model at Village Square Townhouses in the in the Community Center neighborhood starting from $3,695. The second greatest value Sunnyvale West apartment is the Two Bedroom Two Bath Model at Casa Alberta Apartments starting at $3,750 with a $3.75 price per square foot in the Community Center neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Sunnyvale West apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Village Square Townhouses2 Beds, 1.5 Baths2BR,1.5BA$3.70
Casa Alberta ApartmentsTwo Bedroom Two Bath2BR,2BA$3.75
Delmonico Apartments2 Bed 1.5 Bath2BR,1.5BA$3.40
Verona GardensE.K.1BR,1BA$3.06
364-366 W Olive Ave1 Bed / 1 Bath1BR,1BA$3.35
CherryhillTwo Bedroom One Bathroom2BR,1BA$3.79
Balboa Apartments1 Bed 1 Bath + Washer/Dryer1BR,1BA$3.99
The Orchard at SunnyvaleOne BR1BR,1BA$3.58
110 Remington Apartments1-Bed, 1-Bath1BR,1BA$3.52
Magnolia Place ApartmentsLarge bedroom 1x11BR,1BA$3.81

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Lifestyle Ratings

This website compiles millions of data points to bring you our detailed rental search system called 'Lifestyle ratings', composed of rentals and neighborhoods across the USA, including Sunnyvale West, Sunnyvale, and the greater San Jose area. Our Lifestyle Ratings help you zero-in on the perfect place to call home. This takes in many factors including rankings of the best places for the best outdoor access, luxury amenities, kid and pet-friendly communities, availability of transit options, and other valuable search options. These search options are in the site filters at the top of this page.

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Sunnyvale West Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Sunnyvale West?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Sunnyvale West is at Bali Hai Garden Apartments listed at $2,295.

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

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Sunnyvale West Apartment is $2,395 at 110 Remington Apartments.

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

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Sunnyvale West is starting from $2,700 at Del Prado I Apartments.

What is the most affordable Sunnyvale West Three Bedroom Apartment?

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

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