Temporary Housing/Short-term Stay
If you plan to look for a place to live after your arrival in Cupertino and need a place to stay:
Airbnb is a popular site for temporary stays.
The following hotels are convenient by public transportation to De Anza:
Crestview Hotel in Sunnyvale (26 min. by bus #53)
Hilton Garden Inn in Cupertino (21 min. by bus #81)
Towne Place Suites in Sunnyvale (30 min. by bus #53)
Woodcrest Hotel (33 min. by bus #23)
Cupertino Inn (32 min. by bus #81)
Quality Inn Sunnyvale (41 min. by bus #54)
Corporate Inn in Sunnyvale (44 min. by bus #55)
To find the lowest rates for these and other local hotels, you can use a general search site, like:
www.hotels.com
www.hotwire.com
www.expedia.com
Long-Term Accommodations
Meet the landlord, see the place, and understand all terms before signing or paying fees.
If you are 18 years or older and have a preference for independent living or sharing accommodations with fellow students, you can rent a variety of apartment styles including a studio or a multiple bedroom apartment, share an apartment with other people, or rent a room in a house.
Zumper: a free map-based search for locating home & apartment rentals. Zumper has simplified the process of finding off-campus housing, with unique, up-to-date listings and a simple application process.
Rent.com: A free web and mobile service. Set preferences such as Pet-Friendly and Utilities-Included, then “Search Nearby” via smartphone. Upload photos for later review to keep track of visited properties. Consult Ratings & Reviews by prior tenants and Determine Commute Times to school.
HotPads: A map-based apartment and rental home search engine, listing homes for rent, apartments, condos and real estate.
Zillow: A home and real estate marketplace dedicated to helping homeowners, home buyers, sellers, renters, real estate agents, mortgage professionals, landlords and property managers find and share vital information about homes, real estate, mortgages, and home improvement.