The City strives to provide affordable rental housing through the Below Market Rate Rental Housing Program and other programs.

Affordable Rental Housing Programs

Sunnyvale offers a Below Market Rate (BMR) Rental Housing program. With this program, certain rental apartments are available at reduced rates. This program is for lower-income residents (households at 80% of Area Median Income).

We also offer an Affordable Rental Units (ARUs) program. This program offers rentals at reduced rates for very low-income residents (households at 50% of Area Median Income).

The BMR and ARU rent limits are set by the City. This is per Sunnyvale Municipal Code Chapter 19.69 or as outlined by California State Density Bonus Law.  

Do I Qualify for BMR or ARU Rental Housing?

You may if your income is below the program income limits. Priority is given to applicants who currently live or work in Sunnyvale.

• Check the Income Limits
• Affordable Housing Rental Program Guidelines

How Do I Find Available Rental Units?

• List of apartment complexes with BMR units, current rents and contacts
• List of apartment complexes with ARUs, current rents and contacts
• Affordable Rental Housing Map

How Do I Apply for BMR or ARU Rental Housing?

Submit this application and required attachments directly to the apartment complex that you are interested in.

• Affordable Rental Programs Waiting List Application

Other Affordable Rental Properties

There are a number of affordable housing developments in Sunnyvale that offer rental units for lower-income households. Most of the units in these properties are available to very low-income households. Each property has its own eligibility requirements and application processes. Most properties have waiting lists.

Contact each property directly for information about how to apply.

• List of affordable housing properties and contacts

We also provide funding to create new affordable housing rental housing. Our funds help nonprofit developers build new projects. Learn more about upcoming affordable housing projects.

Housing Voucher Program

The Housing Authority of Santa Clara County provides rental subsidies for low-income families, seniors and persons with disabilities living in Santa Clara County

• Choice Voucher Program (Section 8)

Tenant and Landlord Disputes

For help with:

• Rent concerns
• Other property management issues

Learn how Project Sentinel can help resolve disputes between tenants and landlords.

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