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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 Mathilda Garden Apartments priced from $2,250. Verona Gardens has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $2,395. Here are the most affordable South Los Altos apartments for rent in San Jose, CA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Mathilda Garden Apartments1-Bed x 1-Bath1BR,1BA$2,250
Verona GardensC.C.1BR,1BA$2,395
Cherryhill1x1B Classic1BR,1BA$2,400
Olive Garden ApartmentsOne Bedroom One Bath1BR,1BA$2,425
Casa Alberta ApartmentsOne Bedroom One Bath1BR,1BA$2,595
Villages at CupertinoStudio AStudio,1BA$2,642
Parkwood Apartments1x11BR,1BA$2,670
Brookside OaksAlbizia1BR,1BA$2,727
Villa CeriseOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$2,745
Citra1 Bedroom A1BR,1BA$2,850

Best Value Apartments for Rent in South Los Altos, CA

As of June 24, 2025 the best value apartment in the South Los Altos area is the $3.99 price per square foot 3 Bedroom 3 Bath Model at Selo of Pastoria in the in the North San Jose neighborhood starting from $5,900. The second greatest value South Los Altos apartment is the Upstairs 2 bed/2 bathroom w/Wood Floors Model at Bradley Apartments starting at $3,095 with a $2.69 price per square foot in the Community Center 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.
Selo of Pastoria3 Bedroom 3 Bath3BR,3BA$3.99
Bradley ApartmentsUpstairs 2 bed/2 bathroom w/Wood Floors2BR,2BA$2.69
Del Prado I Apartments3-Bedrooms, 2.5-Bathrooms3BR,2.5BA$3.35
SpringwoodB2BR,2BA$3.64
Village Square Townhouses2 Beds, 1.5 Baths2BR,1.5BA$3.60
1737 Noranda Dr, Unit 11737 Noranda Dr2BR,1.5BA$2.97
364-366 W Olive Ave2x12BR,1BA$3.15
Verona GardensC.C.1BR,1BA$3.19
Olive Garden ApartmentsOne Bedroom One Bath1BR,1BA$3.61
Mathilda Garden Apartments1-Bed x 1-Bath1BR,1BA$3.81

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Frequently Asked Questions about South Los Altos

What type of rentals are currently available in South Los Altos?

There are currently 519 Apartments for Rent in South Los Altos, CA with pricing that ranges from $1,400 to $7,520. There are also 41 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in South Los Altos ranging from $3,395 to $11,000.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in South Los Altos?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in South Los Altos ranges from $3,395 to $11,000 with an average monthly rent of $6,821.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in South Los Altos?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in South Los Altos range from $3,350 to $6,550, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $4,800 to $8,000. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $9,300 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $7,520.

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Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

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A Local Expert's Guide to the Top 10 Best Affordable Neighborhoods for Renters in San Jose

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