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Los Altos, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Los Altos?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Los Altos Studio Apartments | $3,180 | $1,995 | $5,456 |
Los Altos 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,852 | $1,235 | $7,820 |
Los Altos 2 Bedroom Apartments | $4,783 | $2,392 | $7,320 |
Los Altos 3 Bedroom Apartments | $5,489 | $3,350 | $7,506 |
Los Altos 4 Bedroom Apartments | $8,700 | $8,700 | $8,700 |
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Getting Around Los Altos, CA
Walk Score®
80 / 100
Very Walkable
Most errands can be accomplished on foot
Bike Score®
88 / 100
Very Bikeable
Biking is convenient for most trips
Transit Score®
30 / 100
Some Transit
A few nearby public transportation options
What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?
- Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
- Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
- Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Los Altos Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Los Altos?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Los Altos is at Parkview Apartments listed at $2,010.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Los Altos Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Los Altos Apartment is $1,704 at Villages at Cupertino.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Los Altos Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Los Altos is starting from $2,169 at Villages at Cupertino.
What is the most affordable Los Altos Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Los Altos Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Cherryhill and starts from $3,350.
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