Hartwood
401 Willow Ave,
Sunnyvale, CA 94086
$3,500 - $7,749
Studio - 2 Beds
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. The city's Department of Public Safety, established in 1950, continues its innovative approach with officers trained as police, firefighters, and EMTs. Sunnyvale also holds a special place in technology history - the first successful coin-operated video game, Pong, made its debut here in 1972.
Sunnyvale Mid-Autumn Festival is the largest food and entertainment festival.
Mediterranean-inspired homes are plentiful in Sunnyvale.
Historic Murphy Avenue is a charming town center bustling with restaurants in Sunnyvale West.
As of December 2025, the average apartment rent in Sunnyvale, CA is $2,483 for a studio, $2,904 for one bedroom, $3,680 for two bedrooms, and $4,584 for three bedrooms. Apartment rent in Sunnyvale has increased by 3.5% in the past year.
The cost of living in Sunnyvale, CA is 123.8% higher than the national average. Generally, housing in Sunnyvale is 367.9% more expensive than the national average, with rent falling between $2,483 - $4,584. You can expect to pay 42.5% more for groceries, 10.3% more for utilities, and 30.2% more for transportation.
Somewhat Walkable
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You might be able to get out and walk when living in this area. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, but for others you’ll need a car.
Some Transit
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You'll likely want a car when living in this area since it has few transit options.
Very Bikeable
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This area is very bikeable. You’ll find a variety of bike paths and lanes.
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