High Rock 5300
5300 Los Altos Pky,
Sparks, NV 89436
$1,575 - $2,369 Total Monthly Price
1-3 Beds
Situated about six miles northeast of Downtown Sparks, Desert Highlands is a residential community with a peaceful atmosphere. Desert Highlands offers a variety of apartments and houses available for rent in a distinctly suburban locale.
Desert Highlands boasts miles of gentle hills, from which many of the area’s rentals enjoy sweeping views of the surrounding environment. Although the community may feel secluded, Desert Highlands is just a short drive away from Pah Rah Mountain Park, Sparks Marina Park, the Outlets at Legends, and all that Reno has to offer. The community is also within easy driving distance of Lake Tahoe, the perfect destination for a day trip or weekend getaway.
As of December 2025, the average apartment rent in Desert Highlands is $1,727 for one bedroom, $2,087 for two bedrooms, and $2,516 for three bedrooms. Apartment rent in Desert Highlands has increased by 9.9% in the past year.
1 BR
740 sq ft
Average Sq Ft
$1,727/month
Average Rent
2 BR
1,055 sq ft
Average Sq Ft
$2,087/month
Average Rent
3 BR
1,347 sq ft
Average Sq Ft
$2,516/month
Average Rent
Car-Dependent
out of 100 WalkScore® Rating
This area is considered a car-dependent area and most errands will require a car.
Somewhat Bikeable
out of 100 BikeScore® Rating
You might be able to find places to ride your bike in this area, but you’ll most likely want your car for most errands.
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† Our analysis of utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, home prices, and other goods and services is sourced from the Cost of Living Index, a respected benchmark published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER) that provides a thorough overview of living expenses across different regions.
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Consumer goods, services, and home prices are sourced from the Cost of Living Index published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER). The data on this page is updated quarterly. It was last published in November 2025.