
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Rancho Neighborhood of Los Altos, CA from $1,100 (15 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in the Rancho area of Los Altos.


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Calderon Apartments

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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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rancho Studio Apartments | $2,487 | $1,708 | $4,199 |
| Rancho 1 Bedroom Apartments | $4,131 | $1,185 | $5,223 |
| Rancho 2 Bedroom Apartments | $5,414 | $3,295 | $10,000+ |
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There are currently 15 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 Calderon Apartments priced from $2,095. Park Rich Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $2,395. Here are the most affordable Rancho apartments for rent in San Jose, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Calderon Apartments | 192 | Studio,1BA | $2,095 |
| Park Rich Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $2,395 |
| Americana Apartments | 1A | 1BR,1BA | $3,190 |
| Delmonico Apartments | 2 Bed 1.5 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $3,295 |
| eaves Creekside | A3 | 1BR,1BA | $3,355 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Rancho, CA
As of July 27, 2026 the best value apartment in the Rancho area is the $3.77 price per square foot Pine Model at Brookside in the in the South Los Altos neighborhood starting from $4,148. The second greatest value Rancho apartment is the 2 Bed 1.5 Bath Model at Delmonico Apartments starting at $3,295 with a $3.40 price per square foot in the South 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Brookside | Pine | 2BR,2BA | $3.77 |
| Delmonico Apartments | 2 Bed 1.5 Bath | 2BR,1.5BA | $3.40 |
| Greendale Apartments - Fully Renovated | 2x2 A | 2BR,2BA | $5.29 |
| ARLO Mountain View | Plan 1C | 1BR,1BA | $5.60 |
| Montrose | Plan 1E | 1BR,1BA | $6.09 |
| Park Place | North 1BR | 1BR,1BA | $5.90 |
| eaves Creekside | A3 | 1BR,1BA | $5.08 |
| Americana Apartments | 1A | 1BR,1BA | $5.23 |
| Calderon Apartments | 192 | Studio ,1BA | $5.24 |
| Park Rich Apartments | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $7.02 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleRancho, Los Altos, CA
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Among cities in California for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
4.0Pet Friendly
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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 Calderon Apartments listed at $2,095.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Rancho Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Rancho Apartment is $3,190 at Americana Apartments.
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 $3,295 at Delmonico Apartments.
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