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Rental Market Trends in Los Gatos, CA

Updated September 2026

The average rent in Los Gatos, CA is $2,954/month.

Rent in Los Gatos is 78% higher than the national average rent of $1,664/month, making this one of the more expensive cities statewide.

$2,954/month

Average Rent

723 Sq Ft

Average Size

+6.8%

Change / Year

54

Available Apartments

Los Gatos rent varies by unit size and layout:

  • Studio apartments in Los Gatos average $2,896 per month.
  • One-bedroom apartments in Los Gatos average $2,954 per month.
  • Two-bedroom apartments in Los Gatos average $3,343 per month.
  • Three-bedroom apartments in Los Gatos average $3,650 or more per month.

Average Rent by Home Type

Bedrooms
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Studio
$2,896/month
462 Sq Ft
One Bedroom
$2,954/month
723 Sq Ft
Two Bedroom
$3,343/month
974 Sq Ft
Three Bedroom
$3,650/month
1,186 Sq Ft
Bedrooms
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Three Bedroom
$8,055/month
1,272 Sq Ft
Four Bedroom
$15,375/month
4,670 Sq Ft
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How much has average rent changed in Los Gatos, CA?

In the past year, rent has increased by 6.8%, which averages out to $201 more per month.

Market Trends Over Time

September 2026

2025 2026
Market Trends Over Time

Rent Ranges in Los Gatos, CA

September 2026
Above $2,000
Most rental prices fall within this range
Rent Ranges in Los Gatos, CA
Percentage*
Rent Range
0% Below $700/month
0% $700 - $1,000/month
11% $1,001 - $1,500/month
5% $1,501 - $2,000/month
84% Above $2,000/month

What salary do I need to live comfortably in Los Gatos, CA?

Because the average rent in Los Gatos is $2,954, you’ll want to make about $9,846 per month or $118,152 per year. The general guideline is to pay no more than 30 percent of your monthly income on rent. However, you’ll want to consider additional factors, such as your monthly bills and other expenses. Use our rent affordability calculator to help determine how much to budget for rent.

City

Los Gatos, CA

54 Available Apartments for Rent

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How does Los Gatos, CA compare to other nearby cities and neighborhoods?

Use the tool below to compare Los Gatos, CA to other nearby cities and neighborhoods. The Apartments.com neighborhood guides provide you with insight into the area’s transportation, things to do, and more.

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Apartment Averages

Compare Rent Trends Nearby

Get a clearer picture of the area by viewing rent trends in nearby cities.

  • Campbell

    Campbell

    Avg Rent: $2,811/month

  • Saratoga

    Saratoga

    Avg Rent: $1,455/month

  • Cupertino

    Cupertino

    Avg Rent: $3,539/month

  • San Jose

    San Jose

    Avg Rent: $2,824/month

  • Santa Clara

    Santa Clara

    Avg Rent: $3,409/month

  • Sunnyvale

    Sunnyvale

    Avg Rent: $3,141/month

Apartment Communities in Los Gatos We Think You'll Love

Del Coronado Apartments

Del Coronado Apartments

5255 Camden Ave,
San Jose, CA 95124

1 Bed | $2,295

Sedona Lane Apartments

Sedona Lane Apartments

3507 S Bascom Ave,
Campbell, CA 95008

1-2 Beds | $2,700 - $3,200

Newport Apartments

Newport Apartments

535-585 Hacienda Ave,
Campbell, CA 95008

Studio - 2 Beds | $2,695 - $3,595

Aventino

Aventino

200 Winchester Cir,
Los Gatos, CA 95032

Studio - 2 Beds | $3,701

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the average rent in Los Gatos?

The average rent in Los Gatos is $2,954 per month, which is 77.5% higher than the national average of $1,664.

What is the average rent for a house in Los Gatos?

The average rent for a house in Los Gatos, CA is $8,055 per month.

Are rents going up or down in Los Gatos?

Rents in Los Gatos, CA are increasing, with prices up 6.8% year-over-year and $201 more per month.

What rent range is most common in Los Gatos?

In Los Gatos, CA, 84% of apartments fall above $2,000/month, though prices may vary depending on location and other factors.

United States California Los Gatos Rental Trends

Methodology

† 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.

Rent data is provided by CoStar Group’s Market Trend reports. As the industry leader in commercial real estate information, analytics, and news, CoStar conducts extensive research to produce and maintain a comprehensive database of commercial real estate information. We combine this data with public record to provide the most up-to-date rental information available.

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 September 2026.

Demographic information comes from Neustar and combines detailed address data with U.S. Census and American Community Survey statistics to produce reliable local estimates.

* Percentages may not total 100 due to rounding.

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