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Balboa Apartments

151 S Bernardo Ave, Sunnyvale, CA 94086

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    $3,095

  • Bedrooms

    1 bd

  • Bathrooms

    1 ba

  • Square Feet

    760 sq ft

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Welcome to Balboa Apartment homes, a prestigious property featuring spacious 1, 2 and 3 bedroom floor plans (select units with laundry centers and fireplaces). The renovated apartments feature new appliances, updated flooring and granite counter tops. The property amenities include: sparkling pool, 2 laundry rooms, BBQ pavilion, fitness center, community room, guest bungalows, covered parking and more. Balboa Apartment homes is located on the Sunnyvale/Mountain View border with easy access to Hwy 85 and 101, central expressway and El Camino Real.

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Highlights

  • Pool
  • Walk-In Closets
  • Fireplace
  • Picnic Area
  • Grill
  • Balcony
  • Property Manager on Site
  • Views
  • Hardwood Floors

Pricing & Floor Plans

1x1 Washer Reno $3,095 Available Now
1 Bed 1 Bath 760 Sq Ft
1x1 Washer Reno $3,095 Available Now
1 Bed 1 Bath 760 Sq Ft
* Price shown is base rent. Excludes user-selected optional fees and variable or usage-based fees and required charges due at or prior to move-in or at move-out.View Fees and Policies for details. Price, availability, fees, and any applicable rent special are subject to change without notice.
* Square footage definitions vary. Displayed square footage is approximate.

Fees and Policies

The fees below are based on community-supplied data and may exclude additional fees and utilities.

  • One-Time Basics
    • Due at Application
      • Application Fee Per Applicant
        Charged per applicant.
        $50
  • Dogs
    Max of 2, 50 lbs. Weight Limit
  • Cats
    Max of 2, 50 lbs. Weight Limit
  • Covered

Property Fee Disclaimer: Based on community-supplied data and independent market research. Subject to change without notice. May exclude fees for mandatory or optional services and usage-based utilities.

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Lease Options

  • 12 mo

Property Information

  • Built in 1967
  • 60 units/2 stories

About Balboa Apartments

Welcome to Balboa Apartment homes, a prestigious property featuring spacious 1, 2 and 3 bedroom floor plans (select units with laundry centers and fireplaces). The renovated apartments feature new appliances, updated flooring and granite counter tops. The property amenities include: sparkling pool, 2 laundry rooms, BBQ pavilion, fitness center, community room, guest bungalows, covered parking and more. Balboa Apartment homes is located on the Sunnyvale/Mountain View border with easy access to Hwy 85 and 101, central expressway and El Camino Real.

Balboa Apartments is an apartment community located in Santa Clara County and the 94086 ZIP Code. This area is served by the Sunnyvale attendance zone.

Unique Features

  • Laundry Facilities

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  • Saturday & Sunday, Closed
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Self-Guided Tours Available

This community supports self-guided tours that offer prospective residents the ability to enter, tour, and exit the property without staff assistance. Contact the property for more details.

Video Tours

Can't make it to the community? This community offers online virtual tours for prospective residents.

Community Amenities

Pool

Fitness Center

Laundry Facilities

Clubhouse

  • Laundry Facilities
  • Maintenance on site
  • Property Manager on Site
  • Business Center
  • Clubhouse
  • Storage Space
  • Conference Rooms
  • Walk-Up
  • Fitness Center
  • Pool
  • Courtyard
  • Grill
  • Picnic Area

Apartment Features

Washer/Dryer

Dishwasher

High Speed Internet Access

Hardwood Floors

Walk-In Closets

Granite Countertops

Microwave

Refrigerator

Indoor Features

  • High Speed Internet Access
  • Washer/Dryer
  • Heating
  • Ceiling Fans
  • Smoke Free
  • Cable Ready
  • Satellite TV
  • Storage Space
  • Double Vanities
  • Tub/Shower
  • Fireplace
  • Wheelchair Accessible (Rooms)

Kitchen Features & Appliances

  • Dishwasher
  • Disposal
  • Granite Countertops
  • Stainless Steel Appliances
  • Pantry
  • Kitchen
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Range
  • Refrigerator
  • Freezer

Model Details

  • Hardwood Floors
  • Carpet
  • Tile Floors
  • Vinyl Flooring
  • Dining Room
  • Recreation Room
  • Crown Molding
  • Vaulted Ceiling
  • Views
  • Walk-In Closets
  • Linen Closet
  • Double Pane Windows
  • Window Coverings
  • Large Bedrooms
  • Balcony
  • Patio
  • Garden
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Amenities
  • Laundry Facilities
  • Maintenance on site
  • Property Manager on Site
  • Business Center
  • Clubhouse
  • Storage Space
  • Conference Rooms
  • Walk-Up
  • Courtyard
  • Grill
  • Picnic Area
  • Fitness Center
  • Pool
  • Laundry Facilities
  • High Speed Internet Access
  • Washer/Dryer
  • Heating
  • Ceiling Fans
  • Smoke Free
  • Cable Ready
  • Satellite TV
  • Storage Space
  • Double Vanities
  • Tub/Shower
  • Fireplace
  • Wheelchair Accessible (Rooms)
  • Dishwasher
  • Disposal
  • Granite Countertops
  • Stainless Steel Appliances
  • Pantry
  • Kitchen
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Range
  • Refrigerator
  • Freezer
  • Hardwood Floors
  • Carpet
  • Tile Floors
  • Vinyl Flooring
  • Dining Room
  • Recreation Room
  • Crown Molding
  • Vaulted Ceiling
  • Views
  • Walk-In Closets
  • Linen Closet
  • Double Pane Windows
  • Window Coverings
  • Large Bedrooms
  • Balcony
  • Patio
  • Garden
Expenses
Recurring
Cat Rent $100
Dog Rent $100
One-Time
Cat Fee $0
Dog Fee $0
Office Hours
Monday 9am - 5pm
Tuesday 9am - 5pm
Wednesday 9am - 5pm
Thursday 9am - 5pm
Friday 9am - 5pm
Saturday Closed
Sunday Closed
650-855-2013
City - Sunnyvale

Sunnyvale spans 22 square miles in the heart of Silicon Valley, offering residents a comfortable suburban setting with strong ties to the tech industry. Tree-lined streets connect neighborhoods to outdoor spaces like Baylands Park and Las Palmas Park. Downtown Sunnyvale continues to grow, featuring local dining options alongside an AMC Theatres complex and Whole Foods Market. Housing includes distinctive mid-century Eichler homes and apartment communities throughout the city. Current rental trends show one-bedroom apartments averaging $2,855 per month and two-bedrooms at $3,635, reflecting year-over-year increases of 3.3% and 4.5% respectively.

The city maintains strong connections to both its past and future. The Heritage District and Heritage Park Museum preserve Sunnyvale's agricultural history, while major tech companies maintain significant operations throughout the city. Two Caltrain stations and VTA light rail provide public transportation options for residents.

Learn more about living in Sunnyvale 
Average Prices by Area

Compare neighborhood and city base rent averages by bedroom.

Sunnyvale West Sunnyvale, CA
Studio $2,424 $2,501
1 Bedroom $2,862 $2,919
2 Bedrooms $3,512 $3,713
3 Bedrooms $4,465 $4,624
Education
Colleges & Universities Distance
Colleges & Universities Distance
Foothill Coll., Los Altos
Drive: 14 min 5.5 mi
Foothill College, Middlefield
Drive: 11 min 5.8 mi
De Anza College
Drive: 11 min 6.3 mi
Palmer College of Chiropractic West Campus
Drive: 12 min 8.2 mi
Balboa Apartments is within 11 minutes or 5.8 miles from Foothill College, Middlefield. It is also near De Anza College and Foothill Coll., Los Altos.
Schools
  • Public Schools
  • Private Schools
Vargas Elementary
Public Elementary School
Grades K-5
411 Students
Attendance Zone
Sunnyvale Middle
Public Middle School
Grades 6-8
962 Students
Attendance Zone
Homestead High
Public High School
Grades 9-12
2,311 Students
Attendance Zone
Catholic Academy of Sunnyvale
Private Elementary & Middle School
Grades PK-8
Nearby
German International School of Silicon Valley
Private Elementary, Middle & High School
Grades K-12
597 Students
Nearby
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Transportation

Transportation options available in Sunnyvale include Whisman Station, located 1.5 miles from Balboa Apartments. Balboa Apartments is near Norman Y Mineta San Jose International, located 7.9 miles or 14 minutes away, and San Francisco International, located 27.7 miles or 36 minutes away.

Transit / Subway Distance
Transit / Subway Distance
Whisman Station
Drive: 4 min 1.5 mi
Middlefield Station
Drive: 4 min 1.7 mi
Mountain View Station
Drive: 4 min 1.8 mi
Bayshore Nasa Station
Drive: 5 min 2.6 mi
Bayshore/Nasa Station
Drive: 6 min 2.7 mi
Commuter Rail Distance
Commuter Rail Distance
Mountain View
Drive: 4 min 1.6 mi
Mountain View Caltrain Station Southbound
Drive: 4 min 1.6 mi
Sunnyvale
Drive: 4 min 1.8 mi
Lawrence
Drive: 8 min 4.0 mi
San Antonio
Drive: 10 min 4.9 mi
Airports Distance
Airports Distance
Norman Y Mineta San Jose International
Drive: 14 min 7.9 mi
San Francisco International
Drive: 36 min 27.7 mi
Car-Dependent
45
Walk Score®
Out of 100
This area is considered a car-dependent area and most errands will require a car.
Some Transit
39
Transit Score®
Out of 100
You'll likely want a car when living in this area since it has few transit options.
Very Bikeable
87
Bike Score®
Out of 100
This area is very Bikeable. You’ll find a variety of bike paths and lanes.
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Out of 100

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Points of Interest

Time and distance from Balboa Apartments.

Shopping Centers Distance
Shopping Centers Distance
Mary Manor Shopping Center
Walk: 12 min 0.6 mi
Cherry Chase Center
Walk: 14 min 0.7 mi
BevMo! Plaza
Walk: 15 min 0.8 mi
Balboa Apartments has 3 shopping centers within 0.8 mile, which is about a 15-minute walk. The miles and minutes will be for the farthest away property.
Parks and Recreation Distance
Parks and Recreation Distance
Redwood Grove
Drive: 13 min 5.0 mi
Sunnyvale Baylands Park
Drive: 10 min 5.4 mi
Stevens Creek Shoreline Nature Study Area
Drive: 12 min 5.6 mi
Deer Hollow Farm
Drive: 13 min 6.9 mi
Rancho San Antonio County Park
Drive: 13 min 7.0 mi
Balboa Apartments has 5 parks within 7.0 miles, including Stevens Creek Shoreline Nature Study Area, Redwood Grove, and Sunnyvale Baylands Park.
Hospitals Distance
Hospitals Distance
El Camino Hospital
Drive: 5 min 2.5 mi
Kaiser Permanente Psychiatric Health Facility - Santa Clara
Drive: 11 min 5.3 mi
Kaiser Foundation Hospital - Santa Clara
Drive: 11 min 6.5 mi
Balboa Apartments has 3 hospitals within 6.5 miles, the nearest is El Camino Hospital which is 2.5 miles away and a 5 minute drive.
Military Bases Distance
Military Bases Distance
Ames Research Center
Drive: 10 min 4.7 mi
Balboa Apartments is 4.7 miles and a 10 minute drive from Ames Research Center.
 
 

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Frequently Asked Questions
Does Balboa Apartments have in-unit laundry?

Balboa Apartments has units with in‑unit washers and dryers, making laundry day simple for residents.

What utilities are included in rent at Balboa Apartments?

Utilities are not included in rent. Residents should plan to set up and pay for all services separately.

Is parking available at Balboa Apartments?

Parking is available at Balboa Apartments. Contact this property for details.

Which floor plans are available, and what are the price ranges?

Balboa Apartments has one-bedroom apartments renting for $3,095/mo.

Is Balboa Apartments pet-friendly?

Yes, Balboa Apartments welcomes pets. Breed restrictions, weight limits, and additional fees may apply. View this property's pet policy.

How much income do I need to rent at Balboa Apartments?

A good rule of thumb is to spend no more than 30% of your gross income on rent. Based on the lowest available rent of $3,095 for a one-bedroom, you would need to earn about $111,000 per year to qualify. Want to double-check your budget? Try our Rent Affordability Calculator to see how much rent fits your income and lifestyle.

Does Balboa Apartments have move-in specials?

Balboa Apartments is not currently offering any rent specials. Check back soon, as promotions change frequently.

Does Balboa Apartments offer Matterport 3D tours?

While Balboa Apartments does not offer Matterport 3D tours, renters can request a tour directly through our online platform.

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