
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the The Highlands Neighborhood of Los Altos, CA from $1,600 (62 Rentals)
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1540 Miramonte Ave

Loyola Plaza

1694 Stevens Pl

Glenbrook Apartments

Cherryhill

Village Green Apartments

Parkwood Apartments

Foothill Heights

Westport Senior
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877 Heatherstone Way

877 Heatherstone Way

829 Blair Ave

1712 Noranda Dr, SV

1764 Noranda Drive

836 Blair Ave

1701 Noranda Dr

1756 Noranda Dr

10431 Lockwood Dr

22364 Salem Ave
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10284 Alpine Dr

10126-10136 Alpine Dr

1716 Noranda Dr

1229 Parkington Ave

1725 Noranda Dr

10255 Oasis Ct

10370 Alpine Dr

1720 Noranda Dr

10322 Alpine Dr

1760 Noranda Dr
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1740 Noranda Dr

1347-1349 Warner Ave

852 Blair Ave

1724 Noranda Dr

21730 Olive Ave

1744 Noranda Dr

840 Blair Ave

10311 Lockwood Dr

10355 A,B El Prado Way

1708 Noranda Dr
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1203 Parkington Ave

10684 Stevens Canyon Rd

10540 N Foothill Blvd

Arroyo Village

1702 Noranda Dr

776 Noranda Dr

1745 Noranda Dr

1867 S Springer Rd

22636-22646 Silver Oak Way

10296 Alpine Dr
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The Highlands, Los Altos, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in The Highlands?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Highlands Studio Apartments | $1,652 | $1,652 | $1,652 |
| The Highlands 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,976 | $1,805 | $3,745 |
| The Highlands 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,803 | $3,070 | $4,895 |
| The Highlands 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,872 | $4,425 | $5,595 |
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There are currently 62 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the The Highlands Neighborhood of Los Altos, CA.
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Cheapest Available The Highlands Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the The Highlands area of San Jose, CA is a Studio unit found at Westport Senior priced from $1,652. Cherryhill has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $2,600. Here are the most affordable The Highlands apartments for rent in San Jose, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Westport Senior | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,652 |
| Cherryhill | One Bedroom Plan B | 1BR,1BA | $2,600 |
| Parkwood Apartments | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $2,845 |
| Brookside Oaks | Tristania | 1BR,1BA | $2,897 |
| Glenbrook Apartments | A Junior- One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2,945 |
| Village Green Apartments | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $3,245 |
| Springwood | C | 2BR,1BA | $3,500 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in The Highlands, CA
As of January 31, 2026 the best value apartment in the The Highlands area is the $3.85 price per square foot C Model at Springwood in the in the Ortega Park neighborhood starting from $3,500. The second greatest value The Highlands apartment is the Spirea Model at Brookside Oaks starting at $3,539 with a $4.42 price per square foot in the South Los Altos neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for The Highlands apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Springwood | C | 2BR,1BA | $3.85 |
| Brookside Oaks | Spirea | 2BR,1BA | $4.42 |
| Village Green Apartments | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $4.21 |
| Glenbrook Apartments | A Junior- One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $5.33 |
| Parkwood Apartments | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $5.08 |
| Cherryhill | One Bedroom Plan C | 1BR,1BA | $5.26 |
| Westport Senior | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $3.14 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleThe Highlands, Los Altos, CA
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Among cities in California for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
3.5Pet Friendly
Best Local Schools in The Highlands, Los Altos, CA
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap The Highlands Apartments
What is the price of a cheap apartment in The Highlands?
The cheapest apartment in The Highlands is Westport Senior which is listed at $1,805, while the average apartment in The Highlands costs $4,735.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in The Highlands?
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 2 regular apartments in The Highlands that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
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