
Cheap Studio Apartments for Rent in the South Los Altos Neighborhood of Los Altos, CA from $1,652 (4 Rentals)


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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in South Los Altos?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
South Los Altos Studio Apartments | $3,053 | $1,652 | $3,611 |
| South Los Altos 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,566 | $2,182 | $6,699 |
| South Los Altos 2 Bedroom Apartments | $4,378 | $2,875 | $9,119 |
| South Los Altos 3 Bedroom Apartments | $6,286 | $4,425 | $10,000+ |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleSouth Los Altos, Los Altos, CA
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap South Los Altos Apartments
What is the price of a cheap apartment in South Los Altos?
The cheapest apartment in South Los Altos is Westport Senior which is listed at $1,652, while the average apartment in South Los Altos costs $5,730.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in South Los Altos?
Student, low-income, and by-the-bed apartments are typically the cheapest rentals in most cities, though they require qualifying criteria to rent. There are 1 regular apartments in South Los Altos that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
How do the prices of cheap apartments compare to the average apartment in South Los Altos?
Cheap apartments in South Los Altos have an average cost of $183 which is $5,547 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in South Los Altos.
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