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

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Verona Gardens
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Verona Gardens

471 Acalanes DrSunnyvale, CA 94086
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829 Blair Ave
1 Bedroom Apartments

829 Blair Ave

829 Blair AveSunnyvale, CA 94087
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1248 Brookfield Ave
1 Bedroom Apartments

1248 Brookfield Ave

1248 Brookfield AveSunnyvale, CA 94087
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141-370 Altair Way
1 Bedroom Apartments

141-370 Altair Way

141-370 Altair WaySunnyvale, CA 94086
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360 W Olive Ave
2 Bedroom Apartments

360 W Olive Ave

360 W Olive AveSunnyvale, CA 94086
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Pacific Plaza
2 Bedroom Apartments

Pacific Plaza

785 Reseda DrSunnyvale, CA 94087
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509 Granger Ter
2 Bedroom Apartments

509 Granger Ter

509 Granger TerSunnyvale, CA 94087
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South Los Altos, Los Altos, CA Local Guide

Cheapest Available South Los Altos Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the South Los Altos area of San Jose, CA is a 1 Bed unit found at Del Prado I Apartments priced from $2,195. Cherryhill has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $2,400. Here are the most affordable South Los Altos apartments for rent in San Jose, CA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Del Prado I Apartments1-Bedroom, 1-Bathroom B1BR,1BA$2,195
Cherryhill1x1B Classic1BR,1BA$2,400
Bradley ApartmentsUpstairs 1 Bedroom: Brand new wood floors1BR,1BA$2,495
Olive West ApartmentsOne Bedroom One Bath1BR,1BA$2,560
Villa CeriseOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$2,600

Best Value Apartments for Rent in South Los Altos, CA

As of June 01, 2025 the best value apartment in the South Los Altos area is the $4.03 price per square foot TH 2A Model at Maxwell Sunnyvale in the in the North San Jose neighborhood starting from $4,999. The second greatest value South Los Altos apartment is the 2 Bed 2 Bath Model at Foothill Heights starting at $3,950 with a $3.76 price per square foot in the Monta Vista neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for South Los Altos apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Maxwell SunnyvaleTH 2A2BR,2.5BA$4.03
Foothill Heights2 Bed 2 Bath2BR,2BA$3.76
Village Square Townhouses2 Beds, 1.5 Baths2BR,1.5BA$3.60
Casa Alberta ApartmentsTwo Bedroom Two Bath2BR,2BA$3.35
ShadowbrookPlan 2AR2BR,2BA$4.10
364-366 W Olive Ave2x12BR,1BA$3.15
Verona GardensC.B.2BR,1BA$3.33
Bradley ApartmentsUpstairs 1 Bedroom: Brand new wood floors1BR,1BA$2.94
Olive West ApartmentsOne Bedroom One Bath1BR,1BA$3.43
Villa CeriseOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$4.00

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
South Los Altos, Los Altos, CA

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Among neighborhoods in Los Altos, CA for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

4.0
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Lifestyle Ratings

ApartmentHomeLiving brings you our detailed rental analysis called 'Lifestyle Ratings' - a comparison of neighborhoods, areas, and rental properties across California and customized analysis for San Jose, California. Lifestyle Ratings show you the best fit for your needs and interests. This takes in many factors including rankings of the best places for proximity to parks, luxury amenities, features that make it easier to raise kids, raising pets, transit options, and other valuable search options. Find Lifestyle Search in the filter options (above). Happy Searching!

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

Walk Score®

56 / 100

Somewhat Walkable

Some errands can be accomplished on foot

Bike Score®

75 / 100

Very Bikeable

Biking is convenient for most trips

Transit Score®

24 / 100

Minimal Transit

It may be possible to get on a bus

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap South Los Altos Apartments

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom South Los Altos Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom South Los Altos Apartment is $2,195 at Del Prado I Apartments.

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom South Los Altos Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in South Los Altos is starting from $2,750 at Cherryhill.

What is the most affordable South Los Altos Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap South Los Altos Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Cherryhill and starts from $3,350.

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