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Birchwood

1230 Henderson Avenue, Sunnyvale, CA 94086

Property Summary

Located in Sunnyvale, this community offers garden apartment homes near Ponderosa Park. The grounds feature landscaped courtyards, walking paths, and a swimming pool. Inside, select homes have been redesigned with quartz counters and stainless steel appliances. Residents benefit from private patios, in-unit washer/dryer connections, and dedicated office spaces in some floor plans. The community provides assigned covered parking and is pet-friendly, welcoming up to two cats or dogs per household. With its tranquil setting and proximity to local trails, the property offers a comfortable living environment.

Available units

Checked 12 hours ago

  • 1 bd · 1 ba · 680 ft² · Unit 122804
    Available Now
    $2,670/mo
  • 1 bd · 1 ba · 680 ft² · Unit 125802
    Available Oct 4
    $2,696/mo
  • 1 bd · 1 ba · 680 ft² · Unit 124802
    Available Oct 6
    $2,769/mo
  • 1 bd · 1 ba · 680 ft² · Unit 123004
    Available Nov 4
    $2,797/mo
  • 1 bd · 1 ba · 680 ft² · Unit 125402
    Available Oct 8
    $2,822/mo
  • 1 bd · 1 ba · 680 ft² · Unit 099402
    Available Now
    $2,853/mo
  • 1 bd · 1 ba · 680 ft² · Unit 123204
    Available Now
    $2,881/mo
  • 1 bd · 1 ba · 680 ft² · Unit 125804
    Available Oct 22
    $2,927/mo

How the rent compares

This building, 1 bd$2,670
Within 3 mi median$3,525

Source · 1,097 active 1-bedroom units · Within 3 mi · 45-day window · computed Sep 24, 2026

Renter facts, criterion by criterion

No overall grade — each row reflects only the fact and source shown.

Rent comparisonStrong

24% lower than the 1-bedroom median within 3 mi

Source · 1,097 active 1-bedroom units · Within 3 mi · 45-day window · computed Sep 24, 2026

Transit accessBelow average

1.3 mi straight-line distance to Lawrence Caltrain Southbound

Source · Transit map coordinates · not a routed trip

Building ageFact

Built in 1968

Source · Apartments.com · checked Sep 23, 2026

Amenities

  • Courtyard
  • Recycling
  • Pet Friendly
  • Maintenance On Site
  • Renters Insurance Program
  • Online Services
  • Bicycle Storage
  • Picnic Area
  • Pool

Policies & Fees

Pet Policy
Dogs✓ Allowed
Cats✓ Allowed

Source · Apartments.com · checked Sep 23, 2026

Fees & Deposits
One-time fees
Application fee$49
Monthly fees
Garage parking$0/mo

Source · Apartments.com · checked Sep 23, 2026

Reviews

Review Summary
  • Residents overwhelmingly report negative experiences at Birchwood.
  • Common complaints include paper-thin walls, leading to noise issues, and severe bug infestations.
  • Maintenance is unresponsive, and the apartments are considered overpriced.
  • 1.8 stars across 65 reviews.
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Niraj sharma
6 months ago
Google
If there is option to give less than 1 star, I would have gone for that. Overpriced for what you get — paper-thin walls (you’ll hear your neighbor snoring),no patio, and year-round extreme temperature...
J
Jimmy
6 months ago
Google
There’s absolutely no soundproofing I can hear my neighbor snore every single night. The room also gets very hot unless you keep the windows open. There are bugs in rooms such as spiders. The young la...

What's Around

  • Transit
    Lawrence Caltrain Southbound · 1.3 mi straight-line
  • Groceries
    India Cash & Carry · 0.1 mi
  • Dining
    122 restaurants & cafés within 1 mi
  • Parks
    Carl Eklund Memorial Park · 0.5 mi
  • University
    Santa Clara University · 3.6 mi

Nearby Schools

Public and charter schools whose attendance zones include this property.

Elementary Schools (16)

Questions renters ask about this building

Are pets allowed, and what do they cost?

The listing says cats are allowed; cat costs were not disclosed; dogs are allowed; dog costs were not disclosed.

Source · Apartments.com · checked Sep 23, 2026

How close is the nearest rail station?

Lawrence Caltrain Southbound is 1.3 mi away by straight-line distance; this is not a routed walking estimate.

Source · Transit map coordinates

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