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  • El Portal Apartments - Unclaimed

    280 W California Ave, Sunnyvale, CA 94086

    Located in West Murphy, Sunnyvale zip code 94086
    Apartment building

    Neighborhood: West Murphy

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    Walk Score®
     / 100
    Very Walkable
    Transit Score®
     / 100
    Some Transit
    Bike Score®
     / 100
    Very Bikeable

    Nearby schools in Sunnyvale

    Bishop Elementary School
    Grades K-5 • 0.6 miles
    7/10
    GreatSchools® Rating
    Test Score Rating
    5/10
    Student Progress Rating
    9/10
    Columbia Middle School
    Grades 6-8 • 1.1 miles
    6/10
    GreatSchools® Rating
    Test Score Rating
    5/10
    Student Progress Rating
    6/10
    Fremont High School
    Grades 9-12 • 2 miles
    9/10
    GreatSchools® Rating
    Test Score Rating
    9/10
    College Readiness Rating
    8/10

    West Murphy sits near central Sunnyvale, with a mostly residential setting and convenient access to downtown. The area has a mild Bay Area climate, with dry summers and cooler, wetter winters. Murphy Avenue’s historic downtown district is a nearby focal point, with cafés, restaurants, and independent shops along its walkable streets. Washington Park offers green space, sports facilities, and playgrounds; the Sunnyvale Public Library and the Sunnyvale Heritage Park Museum add indoor options nearby. Dining ranges from casual cafés to international restaurants, while downtown events and venues bring arts and nightlife into the mix. Caltrain and VTA service provide transit connections, and local streets and bike routes make short trips practical. For West Murphy, the median rent is $3,195 per month, with a typical range of $2,190 to $10,337, based on 28 active listings.

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    Frequently asked questions

    Where is El Portal Apartments located, and what is the neighborhood like?

    El Portal Apartments is located at 280 W California Ave in West Murphy, Sunnyvale, CA. The surrounding area includes multiple restaurants and cafes within 2 miles, such as Philz Coffee, Coffee & More, and Bean Scene Cafe.

    What hospitals and medical facilities are near El Portal Apartments?

    The closest hospitals and medical facilities to El Portal Apartments include Premise Google Health and Wellness Center (0.5 miles away), Sunnyvale Center - Palo Alto Medical Foundation (0.9 miles away), and PAMF Sunnyvale Center - Diagnostic Imaging (0.9 miles away).

    What schools are assigned to El Portal Apartments?

    The schools assigned to El Portal Apartments include Bishop Elementary School, Columbia Middle School, and Fremont High School.

    What are the grocery stores and everyday shopping options near El Portal Apartments?

    El Portal Apartments is located near 8 grocery stores, including Sunnyvale Farmers Market (0.4 miles) and Whole Foods Market (0.5 miles). Additional shopping options, including Leigh's Favorite Books, are approximately 0.3 miles away.

    What colleges and universities are near El Portal Apartments?

    El Portal Apartments is located within 0.4 miles of Precious moments Preschool- Best Preschool in Sunnyvale, 0.7 miles of Alcazar Communication Education Center, and 1 mile of International Technological University.

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