Bay Area/ San Jose/ Real Estate & Development
Published on October 10, 2019
Renting in Sunnyvale: What's the cheapest apartment available right now?925 S. Wolfe Road. | Photo: Zumper  

According to rental site Zumper, median rents for a one-bedroom in Sunnyvale are hovering around $2,260. But how does the low-end pricing on a Sunnyvale rental look these days — and what might you get for the price?

We took a look at local listings for studios and one-bedroom apartments from Zumper and Apartment Guide to find out what price-conscious apartment seekers can expect to find.

Read on for the cheapest listings available right now. (Note: Prices and availability are subject to change.)

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1133 Miramar Way

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Listed at $1,725/month, this 270-square-foot one-bedroom, one-bathroom apartment, located at 1133 Miramar Way in Ponderosa, is 23.7 percent less than the median rent for a one-bedroom in Sunnyvale, which is currently estimated at around $2,260/month.

The building features on-site laundry, a fitness center and assigned parking. You'll also find a dishwasher and carpeted floors in the apartment. Neither cats nor dogs are allowed. The listing specifies a $30 application fee.

Walk Score indicates that this location requires a car for most errands, is very bikeable and has some transit options.

(See the complete listing here.)

639 San Juan Drive

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Next, this one-bedroom, one-bathroom apartment, situated at 639 San Juan Drive in East Murphy, is listed for $1,795/month for its 350 square feet.

In the unit, expect granite countertops, a balcony and carpeted floors. The building offers outdoor space, assigned parking and on-site laundry. Pet owners, inquire elsewhere: This spot doesn't allow cats or dogs.

Walk Score indicates that the surrounding area is somewhat walkable, is very bikeable and has a few nearby public transportation options.

(See the complete listing here.)

1066 Sunnyvale Saratoga Road

Photo: Apartment Guide
Photo: Apartment Guide

Then, here's a studio apartment at 1066 Sunnyvale Saratoga Road in Ortega, which, at 453 square feet, is going for $1,895/month.

The building features a swimming pool, assigned parking and on-site laundry. In the unit, you're promised a deck and a mix of hardwood and carpeted floors. Pets are not allowed.

Walk Score indicates that this location is somewhat walkable, is quite bikeable and has some transit options.

(See the full listing here.)

642 Blythe Court

Photo: Zumper
Photo: Zumper

Next, here's this 675-square-foot apartment with one bedroom and one bathroom at 642 Blythe Court in East Murphy, listed at $1,995/month.

Building amenities include a swimming pool and on-site laundry.  In the unit, look for carpeted floors, central heating and an eat-in kitchen. Pets are not welcome. There isn't a leasing fee associated with this rental.

According to Walk Score's assessment, the area around this address is moderately walkable, is convenient for biking and has a few nearby public transportation options.

(See the listing here.)

925 S. Wolfe Road

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Finally, there's this 570-square-foot one-bedroom, one-bathroom apartment, located at 925 S. Wolfe Road in Ponderosa and listed for $2,215/month.

Amenities offered in the building include a swimming pool and a fitness center. You can also, expect a balcony and a walk-in closet in the apartment. Pet owners, take heed: Cats and dogs are permitted.

Walk Score indicates that the surrounding area is very walkable, is quite bikeable and has some transit options.

(Here's the listing.)


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