The Highlander
620 Iris Ave,
Sunnyvale, CA 94086
$2,395 - $3,695 | 1-3 Beds
Located between Mountain View and Santa Clara, Sunnyvale is an award-winning city in Silicon Valley. As one of the most populous cities in the Bay Area, Sunnyvale houses offices for some of the tech world’s biggest companies including Yahoo, Google, and Apple. Many professionals live here for quick access to their workplaces, but Sunnyvale attracts renters from all walks of life and it’s not hard to understand why. Families flock to the city because of high-performing schools and outdoor lovers are enthralled with the natural beauty found in the area.
This Bay Area city balances an enviable climate with abundant natural areas and amenities. Sunnyvale is a park-like community with over 20 public parks and abundant open green space. The popular Las Palmas Park is a tiki-themed park with a dog park, tennis courts, duck pond, and more. There are plenty of shopping centers and grocery stores in Sunnyvale along with diverse eateries spread throughout town.
When locals aren’t enjoying a day at the park or a shopping spree, the community loves to socialize in the downtown area. Downtown hosts special events such as farmers markets and art festivals, along with a variety of lounges, bars, karaoke clubs, and nightclubs. Getting around town is made easy with a rail service station that runs all the way to San Francisco and San Jose.
Sunnyvale has more than enough to offer and it’s no wonder this town shines as one of the best places to live in Silicon Valley.
As of January 2025, the average apartment rent in Sunnyvale, CA is $2,392 for a studio, $2,817 for one bedroom, $3,572 for two bedrooms, and $4,429 for three bedrooms. Apartment rent in Sunnyvale has increased by 1.9% in the past year.
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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