Apartments for Rent in the South Los Altos Neighborhood of Los Altos, CA (540 Rentals)

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Naya
$3,887 - $5,412
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Naya

1095 W El Camino RealSunnyvale, CA 94087
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481 On Mathilda
$3,391 - $5,382
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Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available Aug 21

481 On Mathilda

481 S Mathilda AveSunnyvale, CA 94086
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property at 11030 Firethorne Dr

$4,725

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11030 Firethorne Dr
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property at 1020 Ticonderoga Dr

$4,880

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Available Apr 1, 2027

1020 Ticonderoga Dr

SunnyvaleCA94087

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Lifestyle Ratings

ApartmentHomeLiving brings you comprehensive Lifestyle Ratings of neighborhoods, cities, and rental properties across California, including Los Altos. LifeStyle Ratings are a useful tool for comparing and sorting apartments and neighborhoods when choosing your rental home. This takes in many factors including searching for the best amenities, and the best proximity to parks and outdoor amenities, features that make it easier to raise kids, raising pets, transit options, walking, and biking. These search options are in the site filters at the top of this page.

Family-Friendly Rating

Do you have a family with children? South Los Altos has now become known as a favorite residential area for families, with a score of 4.0 out of 4. Family Friendly submarkets have features that support parents and kids in having fun and being healthy together. This includes features like parks, pet amenities, playgrounds, recreation and A/V rooms, trails, and access to highly-rated school districts for the kids to attend.

Luxury Living Rating

This area of town has emerged as amongst the finest luxury neighborhoods in town, with a score of 4.0 out of 4. Luxury Lifestyle Scoring is based on having high-end community amenities like shared social spaces, lounges, pools, maid services, gardens, nearby parks, and nice home amenities like granite or quartz countertops and stainless steel appliances. Luxury communities also often offer tile or hardwood floors, raquetball courts, and a full-time security staff or doorman.

Pet Friendly Rating

Do you have pets? this part of town ranks highly for raising pets (dogs and cats), with a score of 4.0 out of 4.

Frequently Asked Questions about South Los Altos

What is the current pricing and availability for apartments for rent in the South Los Altos area of Los Altos, CA?

As of today, July 27, 2026, there are currently 540 available South Los Altos apartments priced from $1,652 to $12,250, with an average monthly rent of $4,360.

What is the current price range for One Bedroom South Los Altos Apartments for rent?

Today's rental pricing for One Bedroom Apartments in South Los Altos ranges from $2,182 to $6,695 with an average monthly rent of $3,733.

What does renting a Two Bedroom Apartment in South Los Altos cost?

The monthly rent prices of Two Bedroom Apartments currently available in South Los Altos range from $2,875 to $8,505. Today's average rental price for Two Bedrooms here is $4,578.

How expensive are South Los Altos Three Bedroom Apartments?

There are currently 113 Three Bedroom Apartments listings available in South Los Altos on ApartmentHomeLiving.com. The pricing ranges from $4,495 to $12,250 - averaging $6,207 for the location.

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