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Last updated on June 15, 2026
Average rent in
Sunnyvale, CA
Average rent in
Last updated on June 15, 2026
Bedroom count
Property type
Key takeaways for renters
Where Sunnyvale rent stands today
Sunnyvale, CA rent rose 10.8% year over year, with a current median of $3,695/month. Renters are paying $288 more per month on average than last year, continuing a climb from the recent trough in late 2025 toward the peak seen in mid-2024.
Vs. national rents
Sunnyvale rents run roughly 1.9× the $1,950/month national median, placing it among pricier coastal metros with a limited total rental inventory of 100 units.
Price ranges
Studios in Sunnyvale sit around $2,400/month, 1-bedrooms around $3,104/month, and 2-bedrooms around $4,192/month, with 4+ bedrooms reaching $9,000/month. Houses rent for a median of $4,500/month, while apartments sit at $3,647/month, reflecting distinct price tiers.
Neighborhood spotlight
San Miguel rents rose 50.3% year over year to $3,900/month, contrasting with citywide growth of 10.8%. Meanwhile, Lakewood and Morse Park saw declines of -46.3% and -42.8% respectively, showing divergent neighborhood trends in Sunnyvale.
Median rent
Median rent in Sunnyvale
$3,695/mo
11%vs previous year
The average rent in Sunnyvale is $3,695 per month as of June 2026. This is 89% above the national average rent, or $1,745 more per month.
average price per square foot
Total rentals
Available rentals in Sunnyvale
100
for rent on Zumper.com as of June 2026
Rent price distribution
Share of Sunnyvale rentals at each price point
Rent trends in Sunnyvale, CA
Average rent prices in Sunnyvale have increased by 3% over the last month and have increased by 11% since last year.
Rent trends
Rent prices on this page are calculated on a rolling 30-day basis and updated daily.
Compare rent prices in
Sunnyvale, CA
Rent prices in Sunnyvale vary by bedroom size, rental type, and neighborhood. The average rent for an apartment in Sunnyvale is $3,647, whereas a house costs $4,500. 1-bedroom apartments in Sunnyvale run $3,219 on average, while 2-bedroom apartments are $4,300.
Listings | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
Studio | $2,400 |  4% | 7% | |
1 bedroom | $3,103 | 1% | 5% | |
2 bedroom | $4,191 | No Change | 16% | |
3 bedroom | $4,900 | 1% | 6% | |
4 bedroom | $9,000 | 7% | 89% |
Listings | ||
|---|---|---|
Birdland | $3,474 | |
Heritage District | $3,897 | |
Lakewood | $3,750 | |
Lowlanders | $3,469 | |
Morse Park | $4,095 | |
Ortega Park | $3,410 | |
Ponderosa Park | $3,428 | |
San Miguel | $3,900 | |
Snail | $3,570 | |
Sunnyvale West | $3,759 |
Listings | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
Apartments | $3,647 | 1% | No Change | |
Condos | $3,435 | 3% | No Change | |
Houses | $4,500 | 18% | No Change | |
Rooms | $950 | 17% | - |
Studio
Average rent
$2,400
Last 30 days
4%
Last year
7%
1 bedroom
Average rent
$3,103
Last 30 days
1%
Last year
5%
2 bedroom
Average rent
$4,191
Last 30 days
No Change
Last year
16%
3 bedroom
Average rent
$4,900
Last 30 days
1%
Last year
6%
4 bedroom
Average rent
$9,000
Last 30 days
7%
Last year
89%
Sunnyvale West
Average rent
$3,759
Ponderosa Park
Average rent
$3,428
Heritage District
Average rent
$3,897
Lowlanders
Average rent
$3,469
San Miguel
Average rent
$3,900
Birdland
Average rent
$3,474
Morse Park
Average rent
$4,095
Ortega Park
Average rent
$3,410
Lakewood
Average rent
$3,750
Snail
Average rent
$3,570
Apartments
Average rent
$3,647
Last 30 days
1%
Condos
Average rent
$3,435
Last 30 days
3%
Houses
Average rent
$4,500
Last 30 days
18%
Rooms
Average rent
$950
Last 30 days
17%
The table above reflects average rent prices in Sunnyvale, CA, broken down by the number of bedrooms, neighborhoods, and property types. The availability of data for each category is dependent on market inventory and will adjust depending on your selected filters.
How does rent in Sunnyvale, CA compare to other cities?
Compare median rent prices in Sunnyvale and Campbell by all bedroom counts and property types.
Sunnyvale
89%higher than the national median
66%higher than the national median
Takeaway
The median rent for all rentals in Sunnyvale, CA is 14% higher than the median rent in Campbell, CA.
Average rent in nearby cities
Explore rent trends in neighboring markets
$3,240
24%$3,000
8%$2,495
10%$3,830
14%$4,120
10%$4,850
11%$3,356
10%$5,140
$3,297
10%$3,446
2%$3,505
1%$2,950
7%Cost of living in Sunnyvale, CA
Explore the cost of essential expenses, and then use our rent calculator to find out how much rent you can afford.
Expenses accrued by most renters | Average cost compared to national average |
|---|---|
| Goods & Services | 22% higher |
| Groceries | 43% higher |
| Health | 33% higher |
| Housing | 372% higher |
| Transportation | 30% higher |
| Utilities | 11% higher |
Discover rentals in Sunnyvale, CA
5d+ ago
Apartment for rent in Sunnyvale
1140 E Arques Ave, Sunnyvale, CA 94085
1 bed
1 bath
$1,000
Apartment for rent
Available Mar 10
5d+ ago
Apartment for rent in Sunnyvale
830 Stewart Dr #C10, Sunnyvale, CA 94085
1 bed
1 bath
$1,000
Apartment for rent
Available Mar 10
5d+ ago
Lakewood apartment for rent in Sunnyvale
Hiddenlake Dr, Sunnyvale, CA 94089
1 bed
1 bath
$1,500
Apartment for rent
Available Jul 1
5d+ ago
Morse Park house for rent in Sunnyvale
218 Bradford Dr, Sunnyvale, CA 94089
1 bed
1 bath
$1,750
House for rent
Available Jun 25
5d+ ago
Heritage District apartment for rent in Sunnyvale
2 beds
2 baths
$6,945
Apartment for rent
4d ago
Verified
555 E Evelyn Ave #1341, Sunnyvale, CA 94041
1–2 beds
1–2 baths
$4,160–$6,060
Price drop
Apartment for rent
2d ago
Verified
1271 Lawrence Station Rd, Sunnyvale, CA 94089
1–2 beds
1–2 baths
$3,487–$5,197
Apartment for rent
4d ago
Verified
655 S Fair Oaks Ave #368, Sunnyvale, CA 94086
1–2 beds
1–2 baths
$3,570–$5,100
Apartment for rent
11h ago
Verified
732 E Evelyn Ave, Sunnyvale, CA 94086
1–2 beds
1–2 baths
$3,187–$4,197
Apartment for rent
12h ago
Verified
450 N Mathilda Ave, Sunnyvale, CA 94085
1–2 beds
1–2 baths
$3,337–$4,229
Apartment for rent
12h ago
Verified
3707 Poinciana Dr, Sunnyvale, CA 95051
2 beds
1 bath
$3,839
Apartment for rent
12h ago
Verified
1070 Reed Ave, Sunnyvale, CA 94086
2 beds
2 baths
$4,227
Apartment for rent
11h ago
Verified
732 E Evelyn Ave, Sunnyvale, CA 94086
1–2 beds
1–2 baths
$3,187–$4,197
Apartment for rent
12h ago
Verified
450 N Mathilda Ave, Sunnyvale, CA 94085
1–2 beds
1–2 baths
$3,337–$4,229
Apartment for rent
12h ago
Verified
3707 Poinciana Dr, Sunnyvale, CA 95051
2 beds
1 bath
$3,839
Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
Verified
972 Corte Madera Ave, Sunnyvale, CA 94085
1 bed
1 bath
$3,397
Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
Verified
1674 Hollenbeck Ave, Sunnyvale, CA 94087
2 beds
1 bath
$3,750
Apartment for rent
2d ago
Verified
1257 Lakeside Dr, Sunnyvale, CA 94085
1–2 beds
1–2 baths
$3,780–$4,960
Price drop
Apartment for rent
3d ago
Verified
3 beds
2.5 baths
$6,431
House for rent
Available Jun 1
5d+ ago
Verified
Studio
1 bath
$2,499
$2,099
Price drop
House for rent
Available May 25
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Frequently asked questions for Sunnyvale, CA
Quick answers to common questions about the Sunnyvale rental market.
How much is rent in Sunnyvale?
The average rent in Sunnyvale is $3,695 per month as of June 13, 2026.
Is rent up or down in Sunnyvale?
Average rent prices in Sunnyvale have increased by 3% over the last month and have increased by 11% since last year.
How does Sunnyvale rent compare to the national average?
Rent in Sunnyvale is 89% above the national average, which means renters are paying approximately $1,745 more per month.
Which neighborhoods are most affordable in Sunnyvale?
The most affordable neighborhoods in Sunnyvale are Ortega Park ($3,410/mo), Ponderosa Park ($3,428/mo), and Lowlanders ($3,469/mo).
What salary do I need to afford rent in Sunnyvale?
To comfortably afford rent in Sunnyvale, you'd need to earn approximately $148,000/year, based on spending no more than 30% of your income on rent.
When is the best time of year to rent in Sunnyvale?
Sunnyvale's 2025 rental market shows one-bedroom apartments averaging around $3,000 per month, while two-bedroom units average around $3,700 monthly. These Silicon Valley rental prices reflect the area's position as a major tech hub with strong demand from working professionals.
Methodology
Rent prices are based on Zumper's rental listings from the past 30 days. Median rent is calculated across all available listings and property types on the platform. If you filter the page by bedroom count or property type, the pricing throughout the page will update automatically to reflect that segment of the rental market.
Household and population data come from the U.S. Census Bureau. Cost-of-living data is sourced from the Council for Community and Economic Research's Cost of Living Index (COLI).