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property at 819 Rubis Dr

$1,950

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819 Rubis Dr, Unit Private Suite

819 Rubis Dr
SunnyvaleCA94087

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Your Guide to Co-Signers: The Risks, Rewards, and Everything in Between

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Cash or credit? Understanding the Importance of Credit Score in Real Estate and Renting

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Roommate Matching: Finding the Right Fit and Avoiding Pitfalls

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property at 2255 Showers Dr

$3,000

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2255 Showers Dr, Unit 192

2255 Showers Dr
Mountain ViewCA94040

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Los Altos, CA Local Guide

Cheapest Available Los Altos Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Los Altos, CA is a Studio unit found at Westport Senior in the Monta Vista neighborhood priced from $1,652. Calderon Apartments in the Old Los Altos neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $2,095. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Los Altos apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Westport SeniorStudioStudio,1BA$1,652
Calderon Apartments192Studio,1BA$2,095
The Camille North ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$2,145
Park RichStudioStudio,1BA$2,295
The Chalet at CurtnerChateau1BR,1BA$2,395
Surrey HouseUnit 101BR,1BA$2,395
Midtown Apartments1-Bedroom, 1-Bathroom1BR,1BA$2,450
Shoreline VillageOne Bedroom 1-B1BR,1BA$2,495
Union Plaza ApartmentsStudio with ACStudio,1BA$2,550
The Camille Apartments1 Beds, 1 Baths1BR,1BA$2,595

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Los Altos, CA

As of July 15, 2026 the best value apartment in the Los Altos area is the $3.78 price per square foot 205 Model at Birch Plaza in the in the Duveneck neighborhood starting from $6,700. The second greatest value Los Altos apartment is the Unit 325 Model at Park Plaza starting at $4,400 with a $2.96 price per square foot in the Duveneck neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Los Altos apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Birch Plaza2053BR,2.5BA$3.78
Park PlazaUnit 3253BR,2BA$2.96
Casa Alberta ApartmentsTwo Bedroom 1.5 Bath2BR,1.5BA$3.27
Village Square Townhouses2 Beds, 1.5 Baths2BR,1.5BA$3.30
Woodview ApartmentsTownhouse2BR,1.5BA$3.21
Delmonico Apartments2 Bed 1.5 Bath2BR,1.5BA$3.40
436 Vasquez Ct, Unit 1436 Vasquez Ct2BR,1BA$3.40
CherryhillTwo Bedroom One Bathroom2BR,1BA$3.79
The Chalet at CurtnerChateau1BR,1BA$3.68
Westport SeniorStudioStudio ,1BA$3.14

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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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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Los Altos Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Los Altos?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Los Altos is at Westport Senior listed at $1,652.

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Los Altos Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Los Altos Apartment is $2,395 at Surrey House.

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Los Altos Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Los Altos is starting from $2,995 at Escape Apartments.

What is the most affordable Los Altos Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Los Altos Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Park Plaza and starts from $4,400.

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