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Los Altos, CA Local Guide

Cheapest Available Los Altos Apartments for Rent and Nearby

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Los Altos, CA is a 1 Bed unit found at Paulson Park in the Old Los Altos neighborhood priced from $1,884. The Villa Monte Apartments in the Old Los Altos neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,995. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Los Altos apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Paulson Park1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,884
The Villa Monte ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$1,995
Mathilda Garden ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$2,025
All Single Story Apartment CommunityMonte Sierra Apartments - Single-Story Studio A...Studio,1BA$2,095
The Camille North ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$2,145

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Los Altos, CA and Nearby

As of November 07, 2025 the best value apartment in the Los Altos area is the $2.57 price per square foot 3277 Alma St Model at 3277 Alma St, Unit 3277 in the in the Duveneck neighborhood starting from $3,595. The second greatest value Los Altos apartment is the 2-Bedroom, 1-Bathroom 1000 Model at El Mirador Apartments starting at $3,150 with a $3.15 price per square foot in the North San Jose 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.
3277 Alma St, Unit 32773277 Alma St2BR,1BA$2.57
El Mirador Apartments2-Bedroom, 1-Bathroom 10002BR,1BA$3.15
Village Square Townhouses2 Beds, 1.5 Baths2BR,1.5BA$3.30
Woodview ApartmentsTownhouse2BR,1.5BA$3.21
3133 Alma St, Unit 31333133 Alma St2BR,1BA$3.51
10225-10227 Beardon Drive3 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom3BR,1BA$3.46
1906 Rock St Apartments2 Bed 1 Bath2BR,1BA$3.39
120 Granada Dr2x12BR,1BA$3.33
555 San Antonio Rd, Unit FL2-ID279555 San Antonio Rd1BR,1BA$3.24
Paulson Park1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$3.09

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Apartment Common Area Rules: What Renters Need to Know

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Don't Settle: How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

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The Ultimate Long-Distance Moving Checklist: Tips from a Real Estate Pro

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Frequently Asked Questions about Los Altos

What type of rentals are currently available in Los Altos?

There are currently 1507 Apartments for Rent in Los Altos, CA with pricing that ranges from $1,185 to $11,039. There are also 160 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Los Altos ranging from $800 to $12,900.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Los Altos?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Los Altos ranges from $800 to $12,900 with an average monthly rent of $6,570.

Expert Rental Resources

Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

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A Local Expert's Guide to the Top 10 Best Affordable Neighborhoods for Renters in San Jose

Written by: Shannon Hilson

If you’ve spent much time in San Jose, you’ve likely heard it referred to as “the capital of Silicon Valley” a time or two, and with good reason. San Jose has it all when it comes to the modern California lifestyle and then some.

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Apartment Common Area Rules: What Renters Need to Know

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Back in the day when I rented one of my first apartments, the property didn’t even have laundry in the building. Now, rental properties are often competing against each other to provide the best amenities.

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How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Everything is a negotiation in real estate! 

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The Rental Move-In Inspection Checklist: A Guide for Renters

Written by: Trey Huguley

The move-in inspection checklist is a crucial tool for both tenants and landlords. This checklist, provided by the team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com, helps document the condition of an apartment at the time of move-in.