Cheap Apartments for Rent in the North Los Altos Neighborhood of Los Altos, CA from $1,900 (20 Rentals)

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King Apartments
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

King Apartments

2000 California StMountain View, CA 94040
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The Capri Apartments
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

The Capri Apartments

2030 California StMountain View, CA 94040
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Atrium Court
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Atrium Court

1990 Latham StMountain View, CA 94040
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Mountain View Place
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Mountain View Place

2275 Latham StMountain View, CA 94040
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Ednamary Apartments
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Ednamary Apartments

1765-1785 Ednamary WayMountain View, CA 94040
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2020 California St
1 Bedroom Apartments

2020 California St

2020 California StMountain View, CA 94040
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431 Dinahs Ct
1 Bedroom Apartments

431 Dinahs Ct

431 Dinahs CtPalo Alto, CA 94306

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Ednamary Apartments
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Ednamary Apartments

1855-1885 Ednamary WayMountain View, CA 94040
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Arastradero West
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Arastradero West

724 Arastradero RdPalo Alto, CA 94306

North Los Altos, Los Altos, CA Local Guide

Cheapest Available North Los Altos Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the North Los Altos area of San Jose, CA is a Studio unit found at The Camille North Apartments priced from $2,145. Surrey House has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $2,395. Here are the most affordable North Los Altos apartments for rent in San Jose, CA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
The Camille North ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$2,145
Surrey HouseUnit 101BR,1BA$2,395
The Camille Apartments1 Beds, 1 Baths1BR,1BA$2,595
Aviana Apartments1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom1BR,1BA$2,625
Birch CreekPlan A21BR,1BA$3,035

Best Value Apartments for Rent in North Los Altos, CA

As of October 31, 2025 the best value apartment in the North Los Altos area is the $3.86 price per square foot Two Bedroom B2I Model at Verve in the in the Old Los Altos neighborhood starting from $4,688. The second greatest value North Los Altos apartment is the 2 Bedroom - 1 Bath Model at Terman starting at $3,584 with a $4.47 price per square foot in the Old Los Altos neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for North Los Altos apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
VerveTwo Bedroom B2I2BR,2BA$3.86
Terman2 Bedroom - 1 Bath2BR,1BA$4.47
Birch CreekPlan A21BR,1BA$3.79
MadronePlan 1ZC1BR,1BA$5.12
Los Altos CourtOne Bedroom One Bath1BR,1BA$4.56
Aviana Apartments1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom1BR,1BA$3.83
Surrey HouseUnit 101BR,1BA$3.99
The Camille Apartments1 Beds, 1 Baths1BR,1BA$4.36
The Camille North Apartments1 Beds, 1 Baths1BR,1BA$4.53
Latham Court Apartments1x11BR,1BA$4.91

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
North Los Altos, Los Altos, CA

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Among cities in California for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.

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4.0
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Lifestyle Ratings

Our team of engineers and researchers works hard to bring you our detailed rental analysis called 'Lifestyle Ratings' - a comparison of neighborhoods, areas, and rental properties across California including North Los Altos, Los Altos, and the greater San Jose area. Our Lifestyle Ratings help you zero-in on the perfect place to call home. This takes in many factors including our Star Ratings to compare for the best outdoor access, luxury amenities, multifamily communities for the kids, raising pets, transit options, and much more. Find Lifestyle Search in the filter options (above). Happy Searching!

Getting Around the North Los Altos Neighborhood in Los Altos, CA

Walk Score®

86 / 100

Very Walkable

Most errands can be accomplished on foot

Bike Score®

93 / 100

Biker's Paradise

Daily errands can be accomplished on a bike

Transit Score®

33 / 100

Some Transit

A few nearby public transportation options

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap North Los Altos Apartments

What is a cheap apartment in North Los Altos?

A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in North Los Altos is under $3,656.

What is the price of a cheap apartment in North Los Altos?

The cheapest apartment in North Los Altos is Surrey House which is listed at $2,395, while the average apartment in North Los Altos costs $6,855.

What types of apartments are the cheapest in North Los Altos?

Student, low-income, and by-the-bed apartments are typically the cheapest rentals in most cities, though they require qualifying criteria to rent. There are 3 regular apartments in North Los Altos that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.

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.