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1497 1/2 E Bayshore Rd

1 San Antonio Rd
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875 September Dr

1 San Antonio Rd

255 S Rengstorff Ave
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How much does it cost to rent a home in Los Altos?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Los Altos 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $4,105 | $1,200 | $7,000 |
Los Altos 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $6,263 | $3,900 | $10,000+ |
Los Altos 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $8,390 | $6,320 | $10,000+ |
Los Altos 5 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $19,962 | $8,950 | $10,000+ |
Los Altos 6 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $25,800 | $10,000 | $10,000+ |
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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 The Arbors at Mountain View Apartments in the Old Los Altos neighborhood priced from $2,245. Shoreline Village in the Old Los Altos neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $2,250. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Los Altos apartments for rent:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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The Arbors at Mountain View Apartments | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2,245 |
Shoreline Village | One Bedroom 1-B | 1BR,1BA | $2,250 |
The Laurel at Mountain View (55+) | Studio | Studio,1BA | $2,250 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Los Altos, CA and Nearby
As of July 29, 2025 the best value apartment in the Los Altos area is the $3.70 price per square foot 3BR Model at Park Plaza in the in the Duveneck neighborhood starting from $5,500. The second greatest value Los Altos apartment is the 1213 W Washington Ave Model at 1213 W Washington Ave, Unit 1 starting at $3,500 with a $3.18 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 Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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Park Plaza | 3BR | 3BR,2BA | $3.70 |
1213 W Washington Ave, Unit 1 | 1213 W Washington Ave | 3BR,2.5BA | $3.18 |
Springwood | B | 2BR,2BA | $3.66 |
Casa Alberta Apartments | Two Bedroom Two Bath | 2BR,2BA | $3.55 |
Village Square Townhouses | 2 Beds, 1.5 Baths | 2BR,1.5BA | $3.60 |
Woodview Apartments | Townhouse | 2BR,1.5BA | $3.21 |
McClellan Terrace | Plan 1A | 1BR,1BA | $3.27 |
Midtown Apartments | 2-Bedrooms, 1-Bathroom | 2BR,1BA | $3.71 |
Birch Creek | Plan A2 | 1BR,1BA | $3.52 |
Shoreline Village | One Bedroom 1-B | 1BR,1BA | $3.65 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Los Altos
What type of rentals are currently available in Los Altos?
There are currently 1491 Apartments for Rent in Los Altos, CA with pricing that ranges from $1,185 to $14,500. There are also 149 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Los Altos ranging from $800 to $39,900.
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 $39,900 with an average monthly rent of $9,864.
How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Los Altos?
For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Los Altos range from $3,350 to $7,934, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $3,900 to $12,500. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $6,320 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $3,320.
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