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How much does it cost to rent a home in Alta?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Alta 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,157 | $1,650 | $2,825 |
| Alta 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,699 | $2,200 | $3,250 |
| Alta 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $3,196 | $2,600 | $3,995 |
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Cheapest Available Alta Apartments for Rent and Nearby
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Alta, CA is a 1 Bed unit found at Gardens at Bella Breeze in the Lincoln neighborhood priced from $528. Stanford Court Senior Living in the Black Oak neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,077. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Alta apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Gardens at Bella Breeze | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $528 |
| Stanford Court Senior Living | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,077 |
| El Dorado Haven | 1 Bed 60% AMI | 1BR,1BA | $1,206 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Alta, CA and Nearby
As of August 22, 2026 the best value apartment in the Alta area is the $2.15 price per square foot Oak Model at Cyrene at Meadowlands - Single Family Homes for Rent in the in the Lincoln neighborhood starting from $2,975. The second greatest value Alta apartment is the Two Bedroom Model at Sierra Village starting at $2,300 with a $2.02 price per square foot in the Northstar neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Alta apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cyrene at Meadowlands - Single Family Homes for Rent | Oak | 3BR,2.5BA | $2.15 |
| Sierra Village | Two Bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $2.02 |
| Lake Forest at El Dorado Hills | Briarwood | 2BR,1BA | $2.20 |
| Pleasant Valley | 2 Beds, 2 baths | 2BR,2BA | $1.77 |
| Parkview Apartments | 2bed 1bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.79 |
| Sierra Oaks | Plumas | 2BR,1BA | $2.16 |
| Cameron Ridge | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.88 |
| El Dorado Haven | 1 Bed 60% AMI | 1BR,1BA | $1.97 |
| Gardens at Bella Breeze | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $0.88 |
| Stanford Court Senior Living | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.87 |
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What type of rentals are currently available in Alta?
There are currently 45 Apartments for Rent in Alta, CA with pricing that ranges from $528 to $6,880. There are also 33 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Alta ranging from $1,295 to $3,995.
What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Alta?
Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Alta ranges from $1,295 to $3,995 with an average monthly rent of $2,393.
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