
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the West Los Gatos Neighborhood of Los Gatos, CA from $1,100 (59 Rentals)
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Twelve Oaks Apartments

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Lake Vasona Manor

Bay Tree

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168 Carlton Avenue
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148 Carlton Ave

924 Castlewood Dr

131 Carlton Ave

120-136 Carlton Ave

349 Massol Ave

877 Castlewood Dr

144 Carlton Ave

932 Weldwood Ct

152 Towne Ter

130 Towne Ter
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150 Blossom Hill Rd

306 Andrews St

523-525 Newville Dr

140 Carlton Ave

945 Castlewood Dr

236 Carlton Ave

176 Carlton Ave

645-647 Vasona Ave

200 Carlton Ave

904 Teakwood Ct
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152 Carlton Ave

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Vasona Terrace

161 Towne Ter

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146 Towne Ter

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West Los Gatos, Los Gatos, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in West Los Gatos?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| West Los Gatos Studio Apartments | $2,125 | $2,085 | $2,165 |
| West Los Gatos 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,275 | $2,450 | $3,764 |
| West Los Gatos 2 Bedroom Apartments | $4,210 | $2,895 | $5,055 |
| West Los Gatos 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,022 | $3,950 | $4,095 |
Browse Apartments in this Neighborhood
There are currently 59 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the West Los Gatos Neighborhood of Los Gatos, CA.
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Cheapest Available West Los Gatos Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the West Los Gatos area of San Jose, CA is a 1 Bed unit found at Twelve Oaks Apartments priced from $2,495. Blossom Hill Terrace Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $2,895. Here are the most affordable West Los Gatos apartments for rent in San Jose, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Twelve Oaks Apartments | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $2,495 |
| Blossom Hill Terrace Apartments | 2BR/2BTH | 2BR,2BA | $2,895 |
| Lake Vasona Manor | 2 Bed 2 Bath | 2BR,2BA | $3,295 |
| Aventino | Plan Two | 1BR,1BA | $3,334 |
| Vivere | 2C | 2BR,2BA | $3,945 |
| Maison Massol Apartments | 204 | 2BR,2BA | $3,995 |
| Bay Tree | Plan B4 | 2BR,2BA | $4,965 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in West Los Gatos, CA
As of June 12, 2026 the best value apartment in the West Los Gatos area is the $2.57 price per square foot 2 Bed 2 Bath Model at Lake Vasona Manor in the in the Fruitvale neighborhood starting from $3,295. The second greatest value West Los Gatos apartment is the 2BR/2BTH Model at Blossom Hill Terrace Apartments starting at $2,895 with a $2.53 price per square foot in the Fruitvale neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for West Los Gatos apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lake Vasona Manor | 2 Bed 2 Bath | 2BR,2BA | $2.57 |
| Blossom Hill Terrace Apartments | 2BR/2BTH | 2BR,2BA | $2.53 |
| Bay Tree | Plan B4 | 2BR,2BA | $4.46 |
| Vivere | 2C | 2BR,2BA | $3.89 |
| Maison Massol Apartments | 204 | 2BR,2BA | $4.21 |
| Aventino | Plan Two | 1BR,1BA | $4.16 |
| Twelve Oaks Apartments | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $3.33 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleWest Los Gatos, Los Gatos, CA
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Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
3.0Pet Friendly
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap West Los Gatos Apartments
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom West Los Gatos Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom West Los Gatos Apartment is $2,495 at Twelve Oaks Apartments.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom West Los Gatos Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in West Los Gatos is starting from $2,895 at Blossom Hill Terrace Apartments.
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