The Murphy Station
1008 E El Camino Real,
Sunnyvale, CA 94087
Studio - 1 Bed | $3,040 - $3,550
Rental Market Trends in Sunnyvale, CA
Updated September 2026
The average rent in Sunnyvale, CA is $3,203/month.
Rent in Sunnyvale is 92% higher than the national average rent of $1,665/month, making this one of the more expensive cities statewide.
$3,203/month
Average Rent
690 Sq Ft
Average Size
+8.8%
Change / Year
1,444
Available Apartments
Sunnyvale rent varies by unit size and layout:
- Studio apartments in Sunnyvale average $2,766 per month.
- One-bedroom apartments in Sunnyvale average $3,203 per month.
- Two-bedroom apartments in Sunnyvale average $4,066 per month.
- Three-bedroom apartments in Sunnyvale average $4,917 or more per month.
Average Rent by Home Type
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How much has average rent changed in Sunnyvale, CA?
In the past year, rent has increased by 8.8%, which averages out to $281 more per month.
Market Trends Over Time
September 2026
2025
2026
Rent Ranges in Sunnyvale, CA
September 2026
Above $2,000
Most rental prices fall within this range
Percentage*
Rent Range
0%
Below $700/month
1%
$700 - $1,000/month
11%
$1,001 - $1,500/month
12%
$1,501 - $2,000/month
76%
Above $2,000/month
Rent by Neighborhood
What are the most affordable neighborhoods in Sunnyvale?
Based on current rent prices, Ponderosa Park, Lowlanders and Lakewood are the most affordable neighborhoods in Sunnyvale.
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What are the most expensive neighborhoods in Sunnyvale?
Based on current rent prices, Lawrence Station, Sunnyvale West and Downtown Sunnyvale are the most expensive neighborhoods in Sunnyvale.
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Which Sunnyvale neighborhoods have the most rentals available?
The neighborhoods in Sunnyvale with the most apartments available are Lawrence Station, Sunnyvale West and Downtown Sunnyvale .
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What salary do I need to live comfortably in Sunnyvale, CA?
Because the average rent in Sunnyvale is $3,203, you’ll want to make about $10,676 per month or $128,112 per year. The general guideline is to pay no more than 30 percent of your monthly income on rent. However, you’ll want to consider additional factors, such as your monthly bills and other expenses. Use our rent affordability calculator to help determine how much to budget for rent.
Cost of Living
The cost of living in Sunnyvale, CA is 128.8% higher than the national average. Generally, housing in Sunnyvale is 371.6% more expensive than the national average, with rent falling between $2,766 - $4,917. You can expect to pay 42.8% more for groceries, 11.1% more for utilities, and 30.1% more for transportation.
How does Sunnyvale, CA compare to other nearby cities and neighborhoods?
Use the tool below to compare Sunnyvale, CA to other nearby cities and neighborhoods. The Apartments.com neighborhood guides provide you with insight into the area’s transportation, things to do, and more.
View the Sunnyvale Area GuideStudio
$1,800/month
$4,281/month
One Bedroom
$2,765/month
$3,772/month
Two Bedroom
$3,286/month
$4,808/month
Three Bedroom
$3,474/month
$5,032/month
Compare Rent Trends Nearby
Get a clearer picture of the area by viewing rent trends in nearby cities.
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Mountain View
Avg Rent: $3,485/month
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Santa Clara
Avg Rent: $3,409/month
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Los Altos
Avg Rent: $3,185/month
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Cupertino
Avg Rent: $3,539/month
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Los Altos Hills
Avg Rent: $2,891/month
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Palo Alto
Avg Rent: $3,051/month
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Milpitas
Avg Rent: $3,173/month
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average rent in Sunnyvale?
The average rent in Sunnyvale is $3,203 per month, which is 92.4% higher than the national average of $1,665.
What is the average rent for a house in Sunnyvale?
The average rent for a house in Sunnyvale, CA is $5,284 per month.
What is the average rent for a townhome in Sunnyvale?
The average rent for a townhome in Sunnyvale, CA is $3,819 per month.
What is the average rent for a condo in Sunnyvale?
The average rent for a condo in Sunnyvale, CA is $2,628 per month.
Are rents going up or down in Sunnyvale?
Rents in Sunnyvale, CA are increasing, with prices up 8.8% year-over-year and $281 more per month.
What rent range is most common in Sunnyvale?
In Sunnyvale, CA, 76% of apartments fall above $2,000/month, though prices may vary depending on location and other factors.
Methodology
† Our analysis of utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, home prices, and other goods and services is sourced from the Cost of Living Index, a respected benchmark published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER) that provides a thorough overview of living expenses across different regions.
Rent data is provided by CoStar Group’s Market Trend reports. As the industry leader in commercial real estate information, analytics, and news, CoStar conducts extensive research to produce and maintain a comprehensive database of commercial real estate information. We combine this data with public record to provide the most up-to-date rental information available.
Consumer goods, services, and home prices are sourced from the Cost of Living Index published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER). The data on this page is updated quarterly. It was last published in September 2026.
Demographic information comes from Neustar and combines detailed address data with U.S. Census and American Community Survey statistics to produce reliable local estimates.
* Percentages may not total 100 due to rounding.