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Highlights

  • Double pane windows
  • Granite countertops
  • Ample storage
  • Convenient location
  • Laminate wood floor
  • Maple cabinets

Location

986 Helen Ave, Sunnyvale, CA 94086, USA
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Management

CM PROPERTY MANAGEMENT INC.

Leasing office

(408) 377-2676

Property Overview

Helen 986 offers strong overall value with an 8/10 expert rating, highlighted by excellent price, amenities, and trustworthiness scores. Its 9/10 location rating reflects convenient access to highly rated nearby schools and key destinations. Inside, renters get an elevated living experience with granite countertops, maple cabinets, laminate wood floors, double-pane windows, and ample storage in a convenient setting.

This summary uses Zumper’s proprietary data. “Zumper Expert Ratings” and “Things you’ll love” are based on our internal analyses of market trends and renter insights.

Zumper Expert Rating

8.0
Very Good
With a solid 8 out of 10 overall, 0104 - Helen 986 is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, 0104 - Helen 986 has a number of attractive features—namely its Amenities— so you can be assured your rent will come with a high standard of living.

Things you’ll love

  • High school nearby
  • Less expensive
  • Middle school nearby

Floor plans

2BR/1.0BA2 bed1 bath800 sqft$2,675 /mo1 unit availableSunnyvale Type: 2nd floor unit in four plex building Address: 986 Helen Avenue – UNIT #4, Sunnyvale, CA 94086 Location: El Camino, Lawrence Rooms: 2 bedrooms, 1 bathroom, upstairs, 1 car carport Sq. feet: 800 approx. Details: Nicely remodeled upstairs apartment in a well kept four plex. Beautiful gourmet kitchen with maple cabinets, granite countertops, stainless steel sink and ample room for your dining table. Newer tile floors in kitchen, entry and living room, laminate wood floor in bedrooms. Remodeled bathroom with tub and quartz panels and nice vanity with granite top. Double pane windows throughout save you $ on your electric bill. Onsite, secure, shared laundry room. Ample storage. Water and garbage included with the rent. Tenant pays PG&E. Convenient location with access to freeways, shopping, restaurants, etc. Rent: $2,725 Security Deposit: $2725 Available: NOW Term: 1 year lease to start, Section 8 Welcome CM Property Management Inc, Cal DRE #01889318 *** DO NOT DISTURB OCCUPANTS - PLEASE CALL FOR A PRIVATE APPOINTMENT - ALEX 408-377-2676 *** *** For APPLICATIONS and OTHER AVAILABLE PROPERTIES please visit WWW CMPMI COM ***

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Amenities for 0104 - Helen 986

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Appliances

Coin Operated Washer and DryerIn-Unit Laundry
Refrigerator

Services

Garbage
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Security Deposit

One-time. Refundable.

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About 0104 - Helen 986

HomeApartments in Sunnyvale 0104 - Helen 986

Sunnyvale Type: 2nd floor unit in four plex building Address: 986 Helen Avenue – UNIT #4, Sunnyvale, CA 94086 Location: El Camino, Lawrence Rooms: 2 bedrooms, 1 bathroom, upstairs, 1 car carport Sq. feet: 800 approx. Details: Nicely remodeled upstairs apartment in a well kept four plex. Beautiful gourmet kitchen with maple cabinets, granite countertops, stainless steel sink and ample room for your dining table. Newer tile floors in kitchen, entry and living room, laminate wood floor in bedrooms. Remodeled bathroom with tub and quartz panels and nice vanity with granite top. Double pane windows throughout save you $ on your electric bill. Onsite, secure, shared laundry room. Ample storage. Water and garbage included with the rent. Tenant pays PG&E. Convenient location with access to freeways, shopping, restaurants, etc. Rent: $2,725 Security Deposit: $2725 Available: NOW Term: 1 year lease to start, Section 8 Welcome CM Property Management Inc, Cal DRE #01889318 *** DO NOT DISTURB OCCUPANTS - PLEASE CALL FOR A PRIVATE APPOINTMENT - ALEX 408-377-2676 *** *** For APPLICATIONS and OTHER AVAILABLE PROPERTIES please visit WWW CMPMI COM ***


Zumper Expert Rating

Our expert rating is based on a weighted average score of property attributes that renters care about most: price, amenities, location, quality, and trust.
8.0
/10
Very Good
With a solid 8 out of 10 overall, 0104 - Helen 986 is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, 0104 - Helen 986 has a number of attractive features—namely its Amenities— so you can be assured your rent will come with a high standard of living.
How we rated 0104 - Helen 986
Price·8A score that weighs the cost and location of the property, which we calculate by comparing rent prices of recent units to the median price of nearby rentals, adjusting for overall quality and features.
Scoring a 8/10, 0104 - Helen 986 is a great option for renters looking for apartments in this neighborhood. The rent is significantly lower than the median rent for the area, therefore this property is competitively priced for its location and its features. Residents here will find a home that meets their needs with few trade-offs.
Amenities·9A score based on the amenities offered at this property compared to other rentals in the area. We consider the quantity, quality, and popularity of features both on site and within the units.
0104 - Helen 986 goes above and beyond to provide sought-after conveniences and desirable perks, including garbage. Renters looking for popular or luxurious features will find them here—and for that reason, 0104 - Helen 986 receives one of the highest amenities scores.
Location·9A score based on proximity and ease of access to shops, restaurants, schools, and public transportation while considering the desirability of the area.
0104 - Helen 986 is exceptional when it comes to location and conveniences. Communication with management or leasing staff is usually quick and easy and they often use advanced scheduling and communication tools to streamline the process. The location of this property offers easy access to popular points of interest in the area and options for getting around.
Quality·6A score based on what makes the property stand out, such as luxury features, unique offerings, age of the building, and our ability to verify the accuracy of these details.
While 0104 - Helen 986 does not have many hallmark characteristics to highlight, it has some qualities and features that will resonate with a broad range of renters.
Trustworthiness·8A score based on the accuracy, completeness, recency, and usefulness of the information provided by this property, so you can trust that what you see is what you get.
The level of transparency this property provides distinguishes it as a great rental. With a high attention to detail and desirable features, renters can be sure they will get an accurate picture of their potential new home.

Property highlights

We compared every listing in the surrounding area to determine which amenities are most common. If a building lacks an amenity that most others in the area have, it is a con. If a building has an amenity most others in the area do not, it is a pro. Similarly, price, schools, and size are calculated relative to the size, price, and distance to schools of the other properties nearby.

How 0104 - Helen 986 compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

High school nearby
There is a high school 0.3 mile away
Less expensive
The 2-bedrooms are cheaper than other similar listings nearby
Middle school nearby
There is a middle school 1 mile away

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Rent trends in Sunnyvale

2-bedroom apartments at 0104 - Helen 986 cost about 37% less than the average rent price for 2-bedroom apartments in Sunnyvale.

Median rents as of May 30 2026.
Sunnyvale
A table of studio rental data trends in Sunnyvale
MonthMedian Rent
June 2024$2,371
July 2024$2,880
August 2024$2,948
September 2024$3,005
October 2024$2,924
November 2024$2,543
December 2024$2,785
January 2025$2,967
February 2025$2,986
March 2025$2,901
April 2025$2,568
May 2025$2,531
June 2025$2,655
July 2025$2,628
August 2025$2,460
September 2025$2,431
October 2025$2,479
November 2025$2,519
December 2025$2,791
January 2026$2,757
February 2026$2,846
March 2026$2,695
April 2026$2,711
May 2026$2,871

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Bedrooms

2 bedrooms

Rent-to-income ratio

30%

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The general rule of thumb is to spend around 30% or less of your income on rent.
Recommended income

$107,000/yr

With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $107,000 annually to afford this 2-bedrooms monthly rent price of $2,675.
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Schools near 0104 - Helen 986

Ponderosa Elementary School

804 ponderosa ave

sunnyvale, CA, 94086

K-5Public
A

Briarwood Elementary School

1930 townsend ave

santa clara, CA, 95051

K-5Public
A-

Laurelwood Elementary School

955 teal dr

santa clara, CA, 95051

K-5Public
A

Pomeroy Elementary School

1250 pomeroy ave

santa clara, CA, 95051

K-5Public
B+

Braly Elementary School

675 gail ave

sunnyvale, CA, 94086

K-5Public
A
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Neighborhood

NEIGHBORHOOD VIBE
Peaceful and quiet
Noise-canceling headphones not required in this mostly noise free area.

Getting around Sunnyvale near 986 Helen Ave

Walking

6/10
Grab your reusable bags–many shops and stores are within walking distance.

Driving

7/10
This area is close to freeways and has adequate parking options.

Cycling

5/10
More spots are within biking distance and some roads are cyclist-friendly.

Transit

3/10
There are a few mass transit options within the area.

Points of interest for 986 Helen Ave, Sunnyvale

Groceries

9/10
At least one supermarket within a 10-minute walk

Shopping

5/10
Several shops within walking distance

Cafes

5/10
Some cafés within a few minutes’ walk

Restaurants

7/10
Variety of restaurants within a few minutes' walk

Primary schools

7/10
At least one elementary school within a 15-minute walk

High schools

6/10
At least one high school within a 15-minute walk

Parks

5/10
Moderate amount of park space nearby

Nightlife

3/10
Some bars within walking distance

Explore the area around 986 Helen Ave

Lucky Supermarkets
3705 El Camino Real
Hankook Supermarket
1092 E El Camino Real
Von's Chicken
1082 E El Camino Real
Al Forat Market
924 E Fremont Ave
Denny's Market
1570 Pomeroy Ave

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