Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Rancho Neighborhood of Los Altos, CA from $1,100 (15 Rentals)

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179 Dalma Dr
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

179 Dalma Dr

179 Dalma DrMountain View, CA 94041
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Calderon Apartments
Studio Apartments

Calderon Apartments

850 Calderon AveMountain View, CA 94041
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The Lone Oak Apartments
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

The Lone Oak Apartments

178 Centre StMountain View, CA 94041
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248 Pamela
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

248 Pamela

248 Pamela DrMountain 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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Colony House Apartments
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

Colony House Apartments

840 Alice AveMountain View, CA 94041
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eaves Creekside
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

eaves Creekside

151 Calderon AveMountain View, CA 94041
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Ednamary Apartments
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Ednamary Apartments

1855-1885 Ednamary WayMountain View, CA 94040

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Rancho, Los Altos, CA Local Guide

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 $1,895. eaves Creekside has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $2,305. Here are the most affordable Rancho apartments for rent in San Jose, CA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
The Villa Monte ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$1,895
eaves CreeksideS4-198SFStudio,1BA$2,305
Americana Apartments1D1BR,1BA$3,117
Glenwood Garden ApartmentsTwo Bedroom One Bath2BR,1BA$3,211
BrooksideOlive1BR,1BA$3,297

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Rancho, CA

As of December 29, 2025 the best value apartment in the Rancho area is the $3.85 price per square foot C Model at Springwood in the in the Ortega Park neighborhood starting from $3,500. The second greatest value Rancho apartment is the North 2AR Model at Park Place starting at $5,208 with a $5.72 price per square foot in the Old Los Altos neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Rancho apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
SpringwoodC2BR,1BA$3.85
Park PlaceNorth 2AR2BR,2BA$5.72
MaderaPlan 1I1BR,1BA$5.00
Glenwood Garden ApartmentsTwo Bedroom One Bath2BR,1BA$3.78
BrooksideOlive1BR,1BA$4.12
ARLO Mountain View1C1BR,1BA$5.24
Greendale Apartments - Fully Renovated1x1 B1BR,1BA$4.82
Americana Apartments1D1BR,1BA$4.45
MontrosePlan 1A1BR,1BA$6.39
The Villa Monte ApartmentsStudioStudio ,1BA$5.41

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Rancho, Los Altos, CA

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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 The Villa Monte Apartments listed at $1,895.

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Rancho Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Rancho Apartment is $3,117 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 $3,128 at eaves Creekside.

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How to Make Your Apartment Holiday-Ready: Renter-Friendly Tips

Written by: Justin Habersaat

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Renting with Roommates: Realistic Expectations for Shared Lease

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