
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the The Highlands Neighborhood of Los Altos, CA from $1,652 (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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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

852 Blair Ave

1744 Noranda Dr

1724 Noranda Dr
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21730 Olive Ave

10255 Oasis Ct

10370 Alpine Dr

1720 Noranda Dr

10322 Alpine Dr

1760 Noranda 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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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 | $3,354 | $2,182 | $3,980 |
| The Highlands 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,945 | $2,950 | $5,395 |
| The Highlands 3 Bedroom Apartments | $5,338 | $4,655 | $6,295 |
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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 1 Bed unit found at Parkwood Apartments priced from $2,995. Brookside Oaks has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $3,257. Here are the most affordable The Highlands apartments for rent in San Jose, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Parkwood Apartments | 1x1 | 1BR, 1BA | $2,995 |
| Brookside Oaks | Plan 1C | 1BR, 1BA | $3,257 |
| Village Green Apartments | 1x1 | 1BR, 1BA | $3,445 |
| Glenbrook Apartments | A Junior- One Bedroom | 1BR, 1BA | $3,495 |
| Cherryhill | Two Bedroom One Bathroom | 2BR, 1BA | $3,595 |
| Springwood | B | 2BR, 2BA | $4,015 |
| Foothill Heights | 2 Bed 2 Bath | 2BR, 2BA | $4,745 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in The Highlands, CA
As of September 22, 2026 the best value apartment in the The Highlands area is the $4.52 price per square foot 2 Bed 2 Bath Model at Foothill Heights in the Monta Vista neighborhood starting from $4,745. The second greatest value The Highlands apartment is the B Model at Springwood in the Ortega Park neighborhood starting at $4,015 with a $3.93 price per square foot. 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Foothill Heights | 2 Bed 2 Bath | 2BR, 2BA | $4.52 |
| Springwood | B | 2BR, 2BA | $3.93 |
| Cherryhill | Two Bedroom One Bathroom | 2BR, 1BA | $4.41 |
| Village Green Apartments | 1x1 | 1BR, 1BA | $4.47 |
| Parkwood Apartments | 2x1 | 2BR, 1BA | $5.64 |
| Brookside Oaks | Plan 1C | 1BR, 1BA | $5.01 |
| Glenbrook Apartments | A Junior- One Bedroom | 1BR, 1BA | $5.83 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleThe Highlands, Los Altos, CA
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3.5Pet Friendly
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap The Highlands Apartments
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom The Highlands Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom The Highlands Apartment is $2,995 at Parkwood Apartments.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom The Highlands Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in The Highlands is starting from $3,595 at Cherryhill.
What is the most affordable The Highlands Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap The Highlands Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Foothill Heights and starts from $5,295.
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