
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Rancho Neighborhood of Los Altos, CA from $1,400 (22 Rentals)
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Rancho, Los Altos, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Rancho?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Rancho Studio Apartments | $3,356 | $2,095 | $3,952 |
Rancho 1 Bedroom Apartments | $4,027 | $1,400 | $8,970 |
Rancho 2 Bedroom Apartments | $5,203 | $2,750 | $6,919 |
Rancho 3 Bedroom Apartments | $5,445 | $3,350 | $6,552 |
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There are currently 22 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Rancho Neighborhood of Los Altos, CA.
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Cheapest Available Rancho Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Rancho area of San Jose, CA is a Studio unit found at The Villa Monte Apartments priced from $2,150. eaves Creekside has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $2,380. Here are the most affordable Rancho apartments for rent in San Jose, CA:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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The Villa Monte Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $2,150 |
eaves Creekside | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $2,380 |
Cherryhill | 1x1B Classic | 1BR,1BA | $2,400 |
eaves Mountain View at Middlefield | 405 | Studio,1BA | $2,617 |
Birch Creek | Plan A1 | 1BR,1BA | $2,677 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Rancho, CA
As of June 01, 2025 the best value apartment in the Rancho area is the $3.93 price per square foot 2H Model at ARLO Mountain View in the in the Central Los Altos neighborhood starting from $4,999. The second greatest value Rancho apartment is the Two Bedroom B2J Model at Verve starting at $5,354 with a $4.34 price per square foot in the North Los Altos neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Rancho apartments based on price per square foot:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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ARLO Mountain View | 2H | 2BR,2BA | $3.93 |
Verve | Two Bedroom B2J | 2BR,2BA | $4.34 |
Madera | Plan 2D | 2BR,2BA | $4.86 |
465 Calderon Avenue | Calderon Avenue 2 Bed 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $4.68 |
Heatherstone | Plan 1CR | 1BR,1BA | $4.52 |
Americana Apartments | 1F | 1BR,1BA | $4.37 |
Greendale Apartments - Fully Renovated | 1x1 B | 1BR,1BA | $4.67 |
Brookside | Birch | 1BR,1BA | $4.86 |
Birch Creek | Plan A1 | 1BR,1BA | $4.87 |
Cherryhill | 1x1C Classic | 1BR,1BA | $4.55 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleRancho, Los Altos, CA
Ranked #2
Among neighborhoods in Los Altos, CA for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
4.0Pet Friendly
Best Local Schools in Rancho, Los Altos, CA
Los Altos High
Georgina P. Blach Junior High
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Getting Around the Rancho Neighborhood in Los Altos, CA
Walk Score®
63 / 100
Somewhat Walkable
Some errands can be accomplished on foot
Bike Score®
86 / 100
Very Bikeable
Biking is convenient for most trips
Transit Score®
15 / 100
Minimal Transit
It may be possible to get on a bus
What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?
- Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
- Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
- Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Rancho Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Rancho?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Rancho is at The Villa Monte Apartments listed at $2,150.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Rancho Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Rancho Apartment is $2,380 at eaves Creekside.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Rancho Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Rancho is starting from $2,750 at Cherryhill.
What is the most affordable Rancho Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Rancho Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Cherryhill and starts from $3,350.
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