Bedroom count
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Last updated on October 29, 2026
Average rent in
Sunnyvale, CA
Average rent in
Last updated on October 29, 2026
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Property type
Key takeaways for renters
Where Sunnyvale rent stands today
Sunnyvale, CA rent rose 12.1% year over year, with a current median of $3,810/month. Renters today are paying $410 more per month on average than last year, with rents at the peak level seen in October 2026.
Vs. national rents
Sunnyvale rent runs roughly 2× the $1,900/month national median, placing it among the priciest metros in the country. The market offers 104 total rentals.
Rent ranges by bedroom
Studios in Sunnyvale rent for about $2,707/month, 1-bedrooms for $3,174/month, and 2-bedrooms for $4,155/month, with 3-bedrooms at $5,370/month and 4+ bedrooms at $6,558/month.
Neighborhood spotlight
In Sunnyvale, CA, Morse Park rents fell 51.2% year over year to $4,167/month, and Lakewood rents dropped 45.4% to $4,203/month. These declines contrast with the citywide 12.1% rise, showing localized market shifts.
Median rent
Median rent in Sunnyvale
$3,810/mo
12%vs previous year
The average rent in Sunnyvale is $3,810 per month as of October 2026. This is 101% above the national average rent, or $1,910 more per month.
average price per square foot
Total rentals
Available rentals in Sunnyvale
104
for rent on Zumper.com as of October 2026
Rent price distribution
Share of Sunnyvale rentals at each price point
Rent trends in Sunnyvale, CA
Average rent prices in Sunnyvale have remained the same over the last month and have increased by 12% 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 $3,753, whereas a house costs $5,112. 1-bedroom apartments in Sunnyvale run $3,423 on average, while 2-bedroom apartments are $4,167.
Listings | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
Studio | $2,707 |  2% | 6% | |
1 bedroom | $3,174 | No Change | 7% | |
2 bedroom | $4,155 | 1% | 9% | |
3 bedroom | $5,370 | 1% | 19% | |
4 bedroom | $6,557 | 4% | 19% |
Listings | ||
|---|---|---|
Birdland | $3,800 | |
Gavello Glen | $3,800 | |
Heritage District | $3,630 | |
Lakewood | $4,202 | |
Lowlanders | $3,265 | |
Morse Park | $4,167 | |
Ponderosa Park | $3,592 | |
San Miguel | $3,637 | |
Snail | $4,250 | |
Sunnyvale West | $3,797 |
Listings | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
Apartments | $3,753 | 1% | 13% | |
Condos | $3,332 | 6% | 19% | |
Houses | $5,112 | 4% | 23% |
Studio
Average rent
$2,707
Last 30 days
2%
Last year
6%
1 bedroom
Average rent
$3,174
Last 30 days
No Change
Last year
7%
2 bedroom
Average rent
$4,155
Last 30 days
1%
Last year
9%
3 bedroom
Average rent
$5,370
Last 30 days
1%
Last year
19%
4 bedroom
Average rent
$6,557
Last 30 days
4%
Last year
19%
Sunnyvale West
Average rent
$3,797
Heritage District
Average rent
$3,630
Ponderosa Park
Average rent
$3,592
San Miguel
Average rent
$3,637
Lakewood
Average rent
$4,202
Snail
Average rent
$4,250
Lowlanders
Average rent
$3,265
Birdland
Average rent
$3,800
Morse Park
Average rent
$4,167
Gavello Glen
Average rent
$3,800
Apartments
Average rent
$3,753
Last 30 days
1%
Last year
13%
Condos
Average rent
$3,332
Last 30 days
6%
Last year
19%
Houses
Average rent
$5,112
Last 30 days
4%
Last year
23%
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
101%higher than the national median
76%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
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15%$3,766
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10%$3,782
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8%Cost of living in Sunnyvale, CA
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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
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.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
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.Apartment for rent
Available Mar 10
5d+ ago
Lakewood house for rent in Sunnyvale
1330 Sandia Ave #2, Sunnyvale, CA 94089
1 bed
1 bath
$1,200
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.House for rent
Available Oct 30
12h ago
San Miguel apartment for rent in Sunnyvale
832 San Rafael St, Sunnyvale, CA 94085
1 bed
1 bath
$1,750
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.Apartment for rent
2d ago
Verified
2 beds
1 bath
$9,680
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.Apartment for rent
3h ago
Verified
1257 Lakeside Dr, Sunnyvale, CA 94085
Studio–3 beds
1–2 baths
$4,010–$9,468
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.Apartment for rent
3d ago
Verified
2 beds
2 baths
$7,530
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.Apartment for rent
11h ago
Verified
299 W Washington Ave, Sunnyvale, CA 94086
1–2 beds
1–2 baths
$4,267–$5,487
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.Apartment for rent
2h ago
Verified
1250 Lakeside Dr, Sunnyvale, CA 94085
Studio–2 beds
1–2 baths
$3,299–$5,167
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.Apartment for rent
2h ago
Verified
1271 Lawrence Station Rd, Sunnyvale, CA 94089
1–2 beds
1–2 baths
$3,257–$5,189
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.Apartment for rent
11h ago
Verified
829 E Evelyn Ave, Sunnyvale, CA 94086
1–2 beds
1–2 baths
$3,267–$4,259
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.Apartment for rent
11h ago
Verified
299 W Washington Ave, Sunnyvale, CA 94086
1–2 beds
1–2 baths
$4,267–$5,487
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.Apartment for rent
2h ago
Verified
1271 Lawrence Station Rd, Sunnyvale, CA 94089
1–2 beds
1–2 baths
$3,257–$5,189
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.Apartment for rent
11h ago
Verified
829 E Evelyn Ave, Sunnyvale, CA 94086
1–2 beds
1–2 baths
$3,267–$4,259
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.Apartment for rent
11h ago
Verified
107 S Mary Ave, Sunnyvale, CA 94086
1–2 beds
1–2 baths
$3,459–$4,027
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.Apartment for rent
1d ago
Verified
972 Corte Madera Ave, Sunnyvale, CA 94085
1–2 beds
1–2 baths
$3,609–$4,167
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
Morse Park townhouse for rent in Sunnyvale
2 beds
2.5 baths
$4,400
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.House for rent
5d+ ago
Heritage District apartment for rent in Sunnyvale
1 bed
1 bath
$2,745
Additional fees apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Based on information provided by the property, additional fees may apply, but no required monthly charges have been confirmed. See all fees for details.Apartment for rent
Available Oct 13
5h ago
Verified
1257 Lakeside Dr, Sunnyvale, CA 94085
Studio–3 beds
1–3 baths
$3,220–$5,550
Additional fees apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Based on information provided by the property, additional fees may apply, but no required monthly charges have been confirmed. See all fees for details.Apartment for rent
11h ago
Verified
450 N Mathilda Ave, Sunnyvale, CA 94085
Studio–2 beds
1–2 baths
$2,717–$3,879
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.Apartment for rent
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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 $3,810 per month as of October 24, 2026.
Is rent up or down in Sunnyvale?
Average rent prices in Sunnyvale have remained the same over the last month and have increased by 12% since last year.
How does Sunnyvale rent compare to the national average?
Rent in Sunnyvale is 101% above the national average, which means renters are paying approximately $1,910 more per month.
Which neighborhoods are most affordable in Sunnyvale?
The most affordable neighborhoods in Sunnyvale are Lowlanders ($3,265/mo), Ponderosa Park ($3,592/mo), and Heritage District ($3,630/mo).
What salary do I need to afford rent in Sunnyvale?
To comfortably afford rent in Sunnyvale, you'd need to earn approximately $152,000/year, based on spending no more than 30% of your income on rent.
When is the best time of year to rent in Sunnyvale?
Late fall and winter months offer the best rental deals in Sunnyvale, with November seeing the lowest rents and December being the least competitive month. July has the highest rents, with roughly 12% difference between peak and low seasons.
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).