Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Central Los Altos Neighborhood of Los Altos, CA from $1,900 (43 Rentals)
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Central Los Altos, Los Altos, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Central Los Altos?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Central Los Altos 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,499 | $3,499 | $3,499 |
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There are currently 43 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Central Los Altos Neighborhood of Los Altos, CA.
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Cheapest Available Central Los Altos Apartments for Rent
 Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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Calderon Apartments | 192 | Studio,1BA | $1,960 |
ARLO Mountain View | 1B | 1BR,1BA | $3,609 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Central Los Altos, CA
As of April 17, 2025 the best value apartment in the Central Los Altos area is the $3.33 price per square foot 1007 Boranda Ave Model at 1007 Boranda Ave, Unit D in the in the Central Los Altos neighborhood starting from $3,499. The second greatest value Central Los Altos apartment is the 1B Model at ARLO Mountain View starting at $3,609 with a $5.62 price per square foot in the Central Los Altos neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Central Los Altos apartments based on price per square foot:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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1007 Boranda Ave, Unit D | 1007 Boranda Ave | 2BR,2BA | $3.33 |
ARLO Mountain View | 1B | 1BR,1BA | $5.62 |
Calderon Apartments | 192 | Studio ,1BA | $4.90 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleCentral Los Altos, Los Altos, CA
Ranked #9
Among neighborhoods in Los Altos, CA for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
3.5Pet Friendly
Best Local Schools in Central Los Altos, Los Altos, CA
Los Altos High
Georgina P. Blach Junior High
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Getting Around the Central Los Altos Neighborhood in Los Altos, CA
Walk Score®
54 / 100
Somewhat Walkable
Some errands can be accomplished on foot
Bike Score®
77 / 100
Very Bikeable
Biking is convenient for most trips
Transit Score®
13 / 100
Minimal Transit
It may be possible to get on a bus
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.
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