Sunnyvale, CA Rental Market Trends

What is the average rent in Sunnyvale?

The average rent for an apartment in Sunnyvale is $3,140. The cost of rent varies depending on several factors, including location, size, and quality.

Average rent in Sunnyvale, CA

Last updated November 2024
Average Rent Average Apartment Size
$3,140 834 sq. ft.

What is the average apartment size in Sunnyvale?

The average size for a Sunnyvale, CA apartment is 834 square feet, but this number varies greatly depending on unit type, with cheap and luxury alternatives for houses and apartments alike. Studio apartments are the smallest and most affordable, 1-bedroom apartments are closer to the average, while 2-bedroom apartments and 3-bedroom apartments offer a more generous square footage.

Sunnyvale, CA apartment rent ranges

Sunnyvale, CA Occupied Housing Units

32,621 or 56% of the households in Sunnyvale, CA are renter-occupied while 26,025 or 44% are owner-occupied.

Sunnyvale, CA rent trends

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Average Rent in Sunnyvale, CA By Neighborhood

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What are the most affordable neighborhoods in Sunnyvale?

The most affordable neighborhoods in Sunnyvale are Gilroy, where the average rent goes for $2,572/month, East Foothills, where renters pay $2,675/mo on average, and Alum Rock, where the average rent goes for $2,744/mo. If you’re looking for other great deals, check out the listings from Campbell ($2,840), San Jose ($3,036), and Milpitas ($3,059), where the asking prices are below the average Sunnyvale rent of $3,140/mo.

What are the most expensive neighborhoods in Sunnyvale?

The most expensive neighborhoods in Sunnyvale are Mountain View ($3,569), Palo Alto ($3,604) and Cupertino ($3,758).

What are the most popular neighborhoods in Sunnyvale?

The most popular neighborhood in Sunnyvale is San Jose, where there are 119 listings with an average rent of $3,036. Next up is Mountain View, where apartments go for $3,569/month, followed by Palo Alto with $3,604 If you’re looking to rent in Sunnyvale’s most popular neighborhoods, make sure to also check out Santa Clara, where renters pay $3,299 on average, and Campbell, where the average monthly rent is $2,840.

Sunnyvale | Rent Comparison by Neighborhood

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Rent in Alum Rock is 3% lower than in Campbell

$2,744

Alum Rock rent is 13% lower than Sunnyvale average

Average Rent $2,744
$2,840

Campbell rent is 10% lower than Sunnyvale average

Average Rent $2,840

How Sunnyvale Compares to Other Cities

State Average Rent
Los Angeles $2,761
San Francisco $3,313
East Bay $2,570
San Diego $3,001
Long Beach $2,629
Sacramento $1,898
San Jose $3,036
Oakland $2,581
Tulare $1,732
Fresno $1,592
Mountain View $3,569
Sunnyvale $3,140
San Mateo $3,414
Palo Alto $3,604
Santa Clara $3,299
Fremont $2,754
Menlo Park $4,219
Hayward $2,424
Redwood City $3,463
Belmont $2,899
Campbell $2,840

What is the average price for a storage unit in Sunnyvale?

The average rent for a non-climate-controlled 10'x10' storage unit in Sunnyvale is $230.38. Rental costs vary depending on several factors, including unit size and the storage facility's location and amenities.

Most Popular Apartments in Sunnyvale

535 E. Maude Ave, Sunnyvale, CA 94085
STUDIO $2,140
1 BED $2,355
2 BEDS $2,895

924 Mangrove Ave, Sunnyvale, CA 94086
1 BED $2,300+
2 BEDS $2,800

555 East Washington Avenue, Sunnyvale, CA 94086
1 BED $2,475+
2 BEDS N/A

415 - 425 S Bernardo Avenue, Sunnyvale, CA 94086
STUDIO N/A
1 BED $2,145+
2 BEDS N/A
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