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2270 Homestead CtLos Altos, CA 94024
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
1540 Miramonte AveLos Altos, CA 94024
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Loyola Plaza
919 Fremont AveLos Altos, CA 94024
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1694 Stevens Pl
1694 Stevens PlLos Altos, CA 94024
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Glenbrook Apartments
10100 Mary AveCupertino, CA 95014
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Cherryhill
902 W Remington DrSunnyvale, CA 94087
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Village Green Apartments
21230 Homestead RdCupertino, CA 95014
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Parkwood Apartments
1032 W Remington DrSunnyvale, CA 94087
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10210 N Foothill BlvdCupertino, CA 95014
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Westport Senior
21301 Point Reyes TerCupertino, CA 95014
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877 Heatherstone Way, Unit SI FL2-ID443
877 Heatherstone WayMountain View, CA 94040
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877 Heatherstone Way, Unit SI FL2-ID278
877 Heatherstone WayMountain View, CA 94040
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829 Blair Ave
829 Blair AveSunnyvale, CA 94087
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1712 Noranda Dr, SV
1712 Noranda DrSunnyvale, CA 94087
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1764 Noranda Drive
1764 Noranda DrSunnyvale, CA 94087
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1756 Noranda Dr
1756 Noranda DrSunnyvale, CA 94087
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836 Blair Ave
836 Blair AveSunnyvale, CA 94087
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1701 Noranda Dr
1701 Noranda DrSunnyvale, CA 94087
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1229 Parkington Ave
1229 Parkington AveSunnyvale, CA 94087
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10431 Lockwood Dr
10431 Lockwood DrCupertino, CA 95014
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1725 Noranda Dr
1725 Noranda DrSunnyvale, CA 94087
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22364 Salem Ave
22364 Salem AveCupertino, CA 95014
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10284 Alpine Dr
10284 Alpine DrCupertino, CA 95014
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10126-10136 Alpine Dr
10126-10136 Alpine DrCupertino, CA 95014
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1716 Noranda Dr
1716 Noranda DrSunnyvale, CA 94087
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1740 Noranda Dr
1740 Noranda DrSunnyvale, CA 94087
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1347-1349 Warner Ave
1347-1349 Warner AveSunnyvale, CA 94087
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21730 Olive Ave
21730 Olive AveCupertino, CA 95014
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852 Blair Ave
852 Blair AveSunnyvale, CA 94087
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1744 Noranda Dr
1744 Noranda DrSunnyvale, CA 94087
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1720 Noranda Dr
1720 Noranda DrSunnyvale, CA 94087
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10322 Alpine Dr
10322 Alpine DrCupertino, CA 95014
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1760 Noranda Dr
1760 Noranda DrSunnyvale, CA 94087
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1724 Noranda Dr
1724 Noranda DrSunnyvale, CA 94087
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10255 Oasis Ct
10255 Oasis CtCupertino, CA 95014
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10370 Alpine Dr
10370 Alpine DrCupertino, CA 95014
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10355 A,B El Prado Way
10355 A,B El Prado WayCupertino, CA 95014
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840 Blair Ave
840 Blair AveSunnyvale, CA 94087
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10311 Lockwood Dr
10311 Lockwood DrCupertino, CA 95014
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1203 Parkington Ave
1203 Parkington AveSunnyvale, CA 94087
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1708 Noranda Dr
1708 Noranda DrSunnyvale, CA 94087
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10540 N Foothill Blvd
10540 N Foothill BlvdCupertino, CA 95014
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1867 S Springer Rd
1867 S Springer RdMountain View, CA 94040
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10684 Stevens Canyon Rd
10684 Stevens Canyon RdCupertino, CA 95014
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Arroyo Village
21513 Dana Point LnCupertino, CA 95014
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1702 Noranda Dr
1702 Noranda DrSunnyvale, CA 94087
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776 Noranda Dr
776 Noranda DrSunnyvale, CA 94087
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1745 Noranda Dr
1745 Noranda DrSunnyvale, CA 94087
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22402 S Walnut Cor
22402 S Walnut CorCupertino, CA 95014
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10653 Gardena Ct
10653 Gardena CtCupertino, CA 95014
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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 | $3,256 | $2,182 | $3,845 |
| The Highlands 2 Bedroom Apartments | $4,019 | $3,500 | $5,195 |
| The Highlands 3 Bedroom Apartments | $5,445 | $4,995 | $5,895 |
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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 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $3,095. Here are the most affordable The Highlands apartments for rent in San Jose, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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| Westport Senior | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,652 |
| Cherryhill | Two Bedroom One Bathroom | 2BR,1BA | $3,095 |
| Parkwood Apartments | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $3,095 |
| Glenbrook Apartments | A Junior- One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $3,295 |
| Village Green Apartments | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $3,395 |
| Foothill Heights | 2 Bed 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $3,995 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in The Highlands, CA
As of June 22, 2026 the best value apartment in the The Highlands area is the $4.42 price per square foot 2x2 Model at Village Green Apartments in the in the Rancho Rinconada neighborhood starting from $4,445. The second greatest value The Highlands apartment is the 2 Bed 1 Bath Model at Foothill Heights starting at $3,995 with a $4.21 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. |
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| Village Green Apartments | 2x2 | 2BR,2BA | $4.42 |
| Foothill Heights | 2 Bed 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $4.21 |
| Cherryhill | Two Bedroom One Bathroom | 2BR,1BA | $3.79 |
| Parkwood Apartments | 2x1 SSF | 2BR,1BA | $5.72 |
| Glenbrook Apartments | A Junior- One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $5.49 |
| Westport Senior | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $3.14 |
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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 Parkwood Apartments which is listed at $3,095, while the average apartment in The Highlands costs $5,445.
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.
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