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Sunnyvale vs. Santa Clara
Homes, schools, and prices, side by side
The short answer
July to September 2026. Updated monthly.
$2.6MSunnyvale single-family median
$1.85MSanta Clara single-family median
12Sunnyvale median days on market
13Santa Clara median days on market
Single-family homes in Sunnyvale sold for a median of $2,603,962 from July to September 2026, $754,699 (40.8%) more than in Santa Clara ($1,849,263). Sunnyvale had the higher median in every one of the last 25 three-month periods. Price per square foot is much closer, $1,522 in Sunnyvale and $1,300 in Santa Clara, so most of the gap comes from larger homes, not a higher price per foot. The median house sold in 12 days in Sunnyvale and 13 days in Santa Clara.
Sunnyvale and Santa Clara share a long border, the same expressways, and many of the same employers. The big differences are school districts, utilities, and price.
Sunnyvale addresses can fall in three K-8 districts and two high school districts. Most Santa Clara addresses are in one K-12 district, and the city runs its own electric utility.
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By the numbers
Real sales data, side by side.
Single-family homes, July to September 2026
| Measure | Sunnyvale | Santa Clara | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median sale price | $2,603,962 | $1,849,263 | $754,699 more in Sunnyvale (40.8%) |
| Change from a year earlier | +2.1% | -6.1% | 8.3 points higher in Sunnyvale |
| Median price per sq ft | $1,522 | $1,300 | $221 more in Sunnyvale (17.0%) |
| Homes sold | 140 | 121 | 19 more in Sunnyvale |
| Median days on market | 12 | 13 | 1 day longer in Santa Clara |
| Average sale-to-list ratio | 106.1% | 103.9% | 2.3 points higher in Sunnyvale |
| Sold above list price | 71.0% | 59.7% | 11.4 points higher in Sunnyvale |
| Homes for sale | 46 | 60 | 14 more in Santa Clara |
| Months of supply | 1.0 | 1.5 | 0.5 more in Santa Clara |
Median price by home type, July to September 2026
| Home type | Sunnyvale median | Sunnyvale sales | Santa Clara median | Santa Clara sales |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single-family | $2,603,962 | 140 | $1,849,263 | 121 |
| Townhouse | $1,350,016 | 54 | $1,327,016 | 35 |
| Condo | $769,921 | 30 | $599,938 | 36 |
Single-family median price, last two years
Each point covers three months of sales ending that month.
- Sunnyvale
- Santa Clara
Show the numbers
| Three months ending | Sunnyvale | Santa Clara |
|---|---|---|
| September 2026 | $2,603,962 | $1,849,263 |
| August 2026 | $2,605,000 | $1,850,000 |
| July 2026 | $2,725,000 | $1,850,000 |
| June 2026 | $2,667,500 | $1,900,000 |
| May 2026 | $2,680,000 | $2,035,000 |
| April 2026 | $2,628,000 | $2,060,000 |
| March 2026 | $2,760,000 | $2,060,000 |
| February 2026 | $2,537,500 | $2,062,500 |
| January 2026 | $2,500,000 | $1,890,000 |
| December 2025 | $2,600,000 | $1,890,000 |
| November 2025 | $2,691,500 | $2,027,500 |
| October 2025 | $2,726,500 | $2,020,000 |
| September 2025 | $2,550,000 | $1,970,000 |
| August 2025 | $2,572,500 | $1,944,000 |
| July 2025 | $2,612,750 | $1,920,000 |
| June 2025 | $2,700,750 | $2,080,000 |
| May 2025 | $2,750,000 | $2,090,000 |
| April 2025 | $2,775,000 | $2,131,000 |
| March 2025 | $2,755,000 | $2,070,000 |
| February 2025 | $2,524,000 | $2,055,000 |
| January 2025 | $2,600,000 | $1,850,000 |
| December 2024 | $2,600,000 | $1,880,000 |
| November 2024 | $2,610,000 | $1,880,000 |
| October 2024 | $2,600,000 | $1,945,500 |
| September 2024 | $2,550,000 | $1,920,000 |
Sunnyvale and Santa Clara at a glance
| Topic | Sunnyvale | Santa Clara |
|---|---|---|
| County | Santa Clara County | Santa Clara County |
| Population (2020 Census) | 155,805 | 127,647 |
| K-8 school district | Sunnyvale School District for most addresses. Cupertino Union in parts of the south and west. Santa Clara Unified in some areas. | Santa Clara Unified School District for most addresses |
| High school district | Fremont Union High School District or Santa Clara Unified, by address | Santa Clara Unified School District for most addresses |
| Caltrain stations | Sunnyvale, Lawrence | Santa Clara, with Lawrence on the Sunnyvale border |
| VTA light rail | Yes, on the north side | Yes, along Tasman Drive in the north |
| Electric service | PG&E | Silicon Valley Power, run by the city |
| Landmarks | Murphy Avenue, Baylands Park, Moffett Park | Santa Clara University, Levi's Stadium, California's Great America |
| Common home types | Post-war houses, Eichlers, and many townhomes and condos | Post-war houses, older homes near the university, and many townhomes and condos north of US-101 |
Sunnyvale area: state test results, 2025-26
| District or school | English: Proficient or Advanced | Math: Proficient or Advanced | Students tested (English) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sunnyvale School District | 55.6% | 53.8% | 3,500 |
| Cupertino Union School District | 79.7% | 83.7% | 8,774 |
| Santa Clara Unified School District | 60.6% | 50.2% | 6,867 |
| Fremont Union High School District | 79.6% | 72.4% | 2,057 |
| Fremont High School | 57.9% | 41.8% | 470 |
| Homestead High School | 80.8% | 70.3% | 473 |
Santa Clara area: state test results, 2025-26
| District or school | English: Proficient or Advanced | Math: Proficient or Advanced | Students tested (English) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Santa Clara Unified School District | 60.6% | 50.2% | 6,867 |
| Santa Clara High School | 69.9% | 44.1% | 326 |
| Wilcox High School | 74.8% | 47.7% | 333 |
Source: California Department of Education, CAASPP Smarter Balanced test results, 2025-26 school year. Share of all students tested, in grades 3 to 8 and 11, who scored at the two highest of four levels: Proficient or Advanced. Before 2026 the state called these levels Standard Met and Standard Exceeded. District rows cover every school in the district. Updated each fall when the state posts new results; last updated October 20, 2026. Test results are one measure. See the California School Dashboard for others, and confirm school assignments for any address with the district.
Source: the Redfin Data Center, Sunnyvale and Santa Clara. Figures cover home sales from July to September 2026, a rolling three-month period, by home type. Updated monthly; last updated October 20, 2026. Population from the 2020 U.S. Census where shown. School districts from the districts. Deemed reliable but not guaranteed. Confirm school assignments for any address with the district.
Homes
Both cities have post-war single-family neighborhoods and a large share of townhomes and condos. In both, the citywide median moves with the mix of homes that sold, so compare the same home type.
Sunnyvale's single-family streets in Cherry Chase and Cumberland sit near the Cupertino border. Santa Clara's older homes are in the Old Quad near the university, and its newer townhomes and condos are north of US-101 near Rivermark and Levi's Stadium.
Schools
School districts are the main practical difference. Sunnyvale is split. One street can go to Sunnyvale School District and the next to Cupertino Union, with high school in Fremont Union or Santa Clara Unified.
Most of Santa Clara is in the Santa Clara Unified School District from kindergarten through 12th grade. Some Sunnyvale addresses are in Santa Clara Unified too.
Look up the assigned schools for each address with the district, then check test results and other measures on the California School Dashboard.
Test results and other measures for every public school: California School Dashboard.
Getting around
Both cities sit on US-101, Central Expressway, and Lawrence Expressway, and both have Caltrain and VTA light rail. Sunnyvale borders I-280 on its south edge and SR-237 on the north. Santa Clara borders San Jose Mineta International Airport and has ACE and Capitol Corridor stops.
Utilities
Santa Clara runs its own electric utility, Silicon Valley Power. Sunnyvale homes get electric and gas service from PG&E. Compare recent bills for any home you are considering.
Which one fits
Sunnyvale may fit if you want
- Addresses in the Cupertino Union and Fremont Union districts in the south and west
- A walkable downtown on Murphy Avenue next to Caltrain
- Quick access to I-280 from the south side
- More single-family homes to choose from: 140 sold in three months, against 121
Santa Clara may fit if you want
- A lower single-family median: $1,849,263, against $2,603,962
- One K-12 school district for most addresses
- City-run electric service through Silicon Valley Power
- Close access to the airport, Levi's Stadium, and ACE and Capitol Corridor trains
This page compares homes and market data. It is general information, not legal, tax, or financial advice.
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FAQs
Is Sunnyvale or Santa Clara more expensive?
Sunnyvale, for single-family homes. From July to September 2026, the single-family median was $2,603,962 in Sunnyvale and $1,849,263 in Santa Clara, according to Redfin. Price per square foot was $1,522 in Sunnyvale and $1,300 in Santa Clara.
Do homes sell faster in Sunnyvale or Santa Clara?
From July to September 2026, the median single-family home spent 12 days on the market in Sunnyvale and 13 days in Santa Clara. 71.0% of Sunnyvale houses and 59.7% of Santa Clara houses sold above list price.
What school districts serve Sunnyvale and Santa Clara?
Sunnyvale is split among the Sunnyvale School District, Cupertino Union, and Santa Clara Unified for kindergarten through 8th grade, and Fremont Union or Santa Clara Unified for high school. Most of Santa Clara is in the Santa Clara Unified School District for kindergarten through 12th grade. Confirm the schools for any address with the district.
Who provides electricity in Santa Clara?
Silicon Valley Power, the city's own electric utility. Sunnyvale homes get electric service from PG&E.
Who can help me compare homes in Sunnyvale and Santa Clara?
Sean Rossiter is a Senior Premier Agent at Redfin based in Mountain View, California DRE #02105207. Call or text 650-400-0686 or email sean@seanrossiter.com.
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