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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 | $2,346 | $1,900 | $4,000 |
| Alta 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,796 | $2,425 | $4,200 |
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Cheapest Available Alta Apartments for Rent and Nearby
The cheapest available apartment rental in Alta, CA is a 2 Beds unit found at Courtyards at Penn Valley priced from $1,067. El Dorado Haven in the Diamond Place neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $1,158. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Alta apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Courtyards at Penn Valley | 2 Beds, 1 bath | 2BR,1BA | $1,067 |
| El Dorado Haven | 2 Bed Townhome 40% AMI | 2BR,1BA | $1,158 |
| KNOLLS AT GREEN VALLEY | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,396 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Alta, CA and Nearby
As of July 08, 2026 the best value apartment in the Alta area is the $2.14 price per square foot Duet B Model at Tricon Twelve Bridges in the in the Lincoln neighborhood starting from $2,749. The second greatest value Alta apartment is the Residence 3 Luxury Model at Shaliko Apartment Homes starting at $2,421 with a $2.15 price per square foot in the Stoneridge East Village 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tricon Twelve Bridges | Duet B | 2BR,2.5BA | $2.14 |
| Shaliko Apartment Homes | Residence 3 Luxury | 2BR,2BA | $2.15 |
| Courtyards at Penn Valley | 2 Beds, 1 bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.10 |
| Pleasant Valley | 2 Beds, 2 baths | 2BR,2BA | $1.67 |
| Willow View Apartments | 2 Bedroon 2 Bath | 2BR,2BA | $1.95 |
| Cameron Ridge | 2 Bed 2 Bath | 2BR,2BA | $1.87 |
| Parkview Apartments | 2bed 1bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.79 |
| The Easton | 2x1 | 2BR,1BA | $2.07 |
| KNOLLS AT GREEN VALLEY | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.16 |
| El Dorado Haven | 1 Bed 60% AMI | 1BR,1BA | $1.97 |
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From the letter A all the way to the letter Z, the Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary from the content team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provides our visitors and shoppers with a little clarity and helpful guidance in navigating the real estate world through definitions and explainers for the top subjects and terms that someone may come across during the leasing, buying, or selling process.
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There are currently 45 Apartments for Rent in Alta, CA with pricing that ranges from $528 to $6,880. There are also 35 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Alta ranging from $500 to $4,200.
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Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Alta ranges from $500 to $4,200 with an average monthly rent of $1,939.
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Insurance seems to be a part of life. In some states, having insurance is the law, as is the case for automobile insurance. Renters are no exception.
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There’s a tenet in marketing about client or customer attraction and retention. Studies and data have consistently shown it costs less to keep a current customer than to attract a new one.
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Evaluating rental properties for clients draws many parallels to house-hunting. Whether an apartment, loft, townhouse, or other rental, finding the right place means finding “home” for your client.
Pet-Friendly Renting: Everything You Need to Know Before You Move
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For so many of us, pets are the best companions and a big part of our lives. For this reason, a pet-friendly house or apartment is often a very important - and nonnegotiable - part of a move.