
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

Foothill Heights

Parkwood Apartments

Westport Senior
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877 Heatherstone Way, Unit SI FL2-ID443

877 Heatherstone Way, Unit SI FL2-ID278

829 Blair Ave

1712 Noranda Dr, SV

1764 Noranda Drive

1756 Noranda Dr

836 Blair Ave

1701 Noranda Dr

1229 Parkington Ave

10431 Lockwood Dr
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1725 Noranda Dr

22364 Salem Ave

10284 Alpine Dr

10126-10136 Alpine Dr

1716 Noranda Dr

1740 Noranda Dr

1347-1349 Warner Ave

21730 Olive Ave

852 Blair Ave

1744 Noranda Dr
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1720 Noranda Dr

10322 Alpine Dr

1760 Noranda Dr

1724 Noranda Dr

10255 Oasis Ct

10370 Alpine Dr

10355 A,B El Prado Way

840 Blair Ave

10311 Lockwood Dr

1203 Parkington Ave
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1708 Noranda Dr

10540 N Foothill Blvd

1867 S Springer Rd

10684 Stevens Canyon Rd

Arroyo Village

1702 Noranda Dr

776 Noranda Dr

1745 Noranda Dr

22402 S Walnut Cor

10653 Gardena Ct
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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 | $3,035 | $2,182 | $3,595 |
| The Highlands 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,961 | $2,995 | $4,945 |
| The Highlands 3 Bedroom Apartments | $5,147 | $4,425 | $6,195 |
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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 $2,500. 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 | $2,500 |
| Brookside Oaks | Albizia | 1BR,1BA | $2,737 |
| Parkwood Apartments | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $2,845 |
| Glenbrook Apartments | A Junior- One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $3,045 |
| Village Green Apartments | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $3,195 |
| Foothill Heights | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $3,395 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in The Highlands, CA
As of May 08, 2026 the best value apartment in the The Highlands area is the $4.37 price per square foot 2x2 Model at Village Green Apartments in the in the Rancho Rinconada neighborhood starting from $4,395. The second greatest value The Highlands apartment is the 1 Bed 1 Bath Model at Foothill Heights starting at $3,395 with a $4.53 price per square foot in the Monta Vista 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Village Green Apartments | 2x2 | 2BR,2BA | $4.37 |
| Foothill Heights | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $4.53 |
| Cherryhill | One Bedroom Plan B | 1BR,1BA | $3.81 |
| Parkwood Apartments | 2x1 SSF | 2BR,1BA | $5.49 |
| Glenbrook Apartments | A Junior- One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $5.08 |
| Brookside Oaks | Albizia | 1BR,1BA | $4.98 |
| 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
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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 Cherryhill which is listed at $2,500, while the average apartment in The Highlands costs $5,095.
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 1 regular apartments in The Highlands 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 The Highlands?
Cheap apartments in The Highlands have an average cost of $890 which is $4,205 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in The Highlands.
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