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How much does it cost to rent a home in Los Altos?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Los Altos 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $4,686 | $2,925 | $6,800 |
| Los Altos 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $6,420 | $4,250 | $10,000+ |
| Los Altos 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $5,984 | $4,795 | $7,000 |
| Los Altos 5 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $25,000 | $10,000 | $10,000+ |
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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. Sutter Gardens in the Duveneck neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,800. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Los Altos apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Westport Senior | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,652 |
| Sutter Gardens | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,800 |
| Calderon Apartments | 192 | Studio,1BA | $2,095 |
| Mathilda Garden Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $2,125 |
| The Camille North Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $2,145 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Los Altos, CA
As of April 11, 2026 the best value apartment in the Los Altos area is the $2.96 price per square foot Unit 325 Model at Park Plaza in the in the Duveneck neighborhood starting from $4,400. The second greatest value Los Altos apartment is the 10189 Viceroy Ct Model at 10189 Viceroy Ct, Unit 1 starting at $3,880 with a $2.98 price per square foot in the Monta Vista neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Los Altos apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Park Plaza | Unit 325 | 3BR,2BA | $2.96 |
| 10189 Viceroy Ct, Unit 1 | 10189 Viceroy Ct | 3BR,2BA | $2.98 |
| Merrilee Terrace Apartments | 2BR/2BA | 2BR,2BA | $3.27 |
| Del Prado I Apartments | 3-Bedrooms, 2.5-Bathrooms | 3BR,2.5BA | $3.62 |
| Village Square Townhouses | 2 Beds, 1.5 Baths | 2BR,1.5BA | $3.30 |
| Woodview Apartments | Townhouse | 2BR,1.5BA | $3.21 |
| Aviana Apartments | 2 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 2BR,1BA | $3.67 |
| Verona Gardens | E.K. | 1BR,1BA | $3.06 |
| Sutter Gardens | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $3.00 |
| Westport Senior | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $3.14 |
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What type of rentals are currently available in Los Altos?
There are currently 1493 Apartments for Rent in Los Altos, CA with pricing that ranges from $1,185 to $11,830. There are also 141 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Los Altos ranging from $1,000 to $25,000.
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 $1,000 to $25,000 with an average monthly rent of $7,773.
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