Los Altos, CA Rent History
89 months of data, 2019–2026. Source: ZORI (Zillow Observed Rent Index, smoothed seasonally adjusted).
Today (2026-07)
$7,837
1-year change
+20.5%
$1,333/mo
5-year change
+39.0%
$2,198/mo
Monthly rent trend
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Year-by-year rent in Los Altos
| Year | Median rent | YoY change | vs 2019 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2019 | $5,515/mo | — | 0.0% |
| 2020 | $5,673/mo | +2.9% | +2.9% |
| 2021 | $5,500/mo | -3.0% | -0.3% |
| 2022 | $6,040/mo | +9.8% | +9.5% |
| 2023 | $6,090/mo | +0.8% | +10.4% |
| 2024 | $6,425/mo | +5.5% | +16.5% |
| 2025 | $6,522/mo | +1.5% | +18.3% |
| 2026 | $7,055/mo | +8.2% | +27.9% |
Frequently asked questions
How much has rent in Los Altos changed since 2019?
Median rent in Los Altos, CA was $5,546 in 2019-03 and is $7,837 as of 2026-07 — a change of $2,291 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 +39.0% ($2,198 per month). The current median is $7,837.
Is rent in Los Altos going up or down year over year?
Year over year, median rent in Los Altos, CA has increased +20.5% ($1,333/mo). Current median: $7,837.