Los Altos, CA Rent History
91 months of data, 2019–2026. Source: ZORI (Zillow Observed Rent Index, smoothed seasonally adjusted).
Today (2026-09)
$6,886
1-year change
+19.3%
$1,113/mo
5-year change
+43.7%
$2,093/mo
Monthly rent trend
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Year-by-year rent in Los Altos
| Year | Median rent | YoY change | vs 2019 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2019 | $4,584/mo | — | 0.0% |
| 2020 | $4,730/mo | +3.2% | +3.2% |
| 2021 | $4,591/mo | -2.9% | +0.2% |
| 2022 | $5,058/mo | +10.2% | +10.3% |
| 2023 | $5,119/mo | +1.2% | +11.7% |
| 2024 | $5,426/mo | +6.0% | +18.4% |
| 2025 | $5,835/mo | +7.5% | +27.3% |
| 2026 | $6,116/mo | +4.8% | +33.4% |
Frequently asked questions
How much has rent in Los Altos changed since 2019?
Median rent in Los Altos, CA was $4,606 in 2019-03 and is $6,886 as of 2026-09 — a change of $2,280 per month over 7 years.
How much has Los Altos rent increased in the last 5 years?
Over the past 5 years, median rent in Los Altos, CA has changed +43.7% ($2,093 per month). The current median is $6,886.
Is rent in Los Altos going up or down year over year?
Year over year, median rent in Los Altos, CA has increased +19.3% ($1,113/mo). Current median: $6,886.