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

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in South Los Altos?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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South Los Altos Studio Apartments | $3,516 | $3,331 | $3,636 |
South Los Altos 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,193 | $1,400 | $6,100 |
South Los Altos 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,966 | $2,392 | $7,500 |
South Los Altos 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,597 | $3,350 | $6,450 |
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There are currently 22 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the South Los Altos Neighborhood of Los Altos, CA.
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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 Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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Del Prado I Apartments | 1-Bedroom, 1-Bathroom B | 1BR,1BA | $2,195 |
Cherryhill | 1x1B Classic | 1BR,1BA | $2,400 |
Bradley Apartments | Upstairs 1 Bedroom: Brand new wood floors | 1BR,1BA | $2,495 |
Olive West Apartments | One Bedroom One Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2,560 |
Villa Cerise | One Bedroom | 1BR,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 Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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Maxwell Sunnyvale | TH 2A | 2BR,2.5BA | $4.03 |
Foothill Heights | 2 Bed 2 Bath | 2BR,2BA | $3.76 |
Village Square Townhouses | 2 Beds, 1.5 Baths | 2BR,1.5BA | $3.60 |
Casa Alberta Apartments | Two Bedroom Two Bath | 2BR,2BA | $3.35 |
Shadowbrook | Plan 2AR | 2BR,2BA | $4.10 |
364-366 W Olive Ave | 2x1 | 2BR,1BA | $3.15 |
Verona Gardens | C.B. | 2BR,1BA | $3.33 |
Bradley Apartments | Upstairs 1 Bedroom: Brand new wood floors | 1BR,1BA | $2.94 |
Olive West Apartments | One Bedroom One Bath | 1BR,1BA | $3.43 |
Villa Cerise | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $4.00 |
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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
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 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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