$4,498,000
Los Altos
5 bd 4 ba 296 m²
Los Altos Homes for Sale: Silicon Valley's Quiet Village
64 homes and apartments for sale in Los Altos, United States.
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Properties for sale in Los Altos
24 properties shown
$3,988,000
Los Altos
4 bd 3 ba 214 m²
$4,498,000
Los Altos
4 bd 3 ba 272 m²
$5,888,083
Los Altos
4 bd 2 ba 216 m²
$4,698,000
Los Altos
4 bd 3 ba 221 m²
$5,598,000
Los Altos
6 bd 4 ba 310 m²
$1,798,000
Los Altos
3 bd 2 ba 101 m²
$4,188,000
Los Altos
4 bd 3 ba 215 m²
$3,695,000
Los Altos
4 bd 3 ba 211 m²
$4,188,888
Los Altos
5 bd 3 ba 273 m²
$6,999,999
Los Altos
4 bd 4 ba 503 m²
$3,895,000
Los Altos
3 bd 2 ba 154 m²
Apartment$799,000
Los Altos
1 bd 1 ba 70 m²
$2,998,000
Los Altos
3 bd 3 ba 139 m²
$4,795,000
Los Altos
5 bd 3 ba 236 m²
Apartment$1,598,000
Los Altos
1 bd 2 ba 98 m²
House$1,598,000
Los Altos
2 bd 3 ba 118 m²
$4,888,000
Los Altos
5 bd 4 ba 212 m²
$3,999,000
Los Altos
5 bd 5 ba 288 m²
Apartment$1,698,000
Los Altos
3 bd 2 ba 143 m²
$4,498,000
Los Altos
4 bd 3 ba 232 m²
Apartment$2,788,000
Los Altos
2 bd 3 ba 121 m²
Apartment$955,000
Los Altos
2 bd 2 ba 98 m²
Apartment$1,750,000
Los Altos
3 bd 2 ba 125 m²
Buyer's guide: Los Altos
If you are researching Los Altos real estate, you are looking at one of the most expensive small cities in California. The 64 listings on RealEstateAbroad carry a median asking price of €3,574,557, and the middle half stretch from €1.9m to €4.9m. This page explains what that buys, who competes for it and how a foreign buyer should approach it.
Los Altos in numbers
Asking prices from our current listings, converted to euros.
| Measure | Value |
|---|---|
| Listings | 64 |
| Median asking price | €3,574,557 |
| p25 to p75 | €1,909,083 to €4,937,422 |
| Median price per m² | €16,071 |
| Median size | 212 m² |
Houses, condos and bedroom counts
Houses represent 47 of 64 listings and apartments or condos 17. By bedrooms: 17 have five or more, 16 have four, 15 have three, 11 have two and 5 have one. The lower end of the range is condos and townhouse-style units, a market that behaves differently from single-family lots; the top end is large lots with new construction.
Browse the full US house list or the apartment listings for comparison.
| Type | Listings |
|---|---|
| House | 47 |
| Apartment | 17 |
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Why the price level is so high
Los Altos sits on the Peninsula side of Santa Clara County and is a short drive from the campuses of major technology employers in Mountain View, Palo Alto and Cupertino. The downtown is a walkable village street, and public schools in the Los Altos district draw families from all over the world. Land is scarce, lots are large, and zoning keeps density low.
Buyers are dominated by technology executives, venture investors and families relocating for work, often bidding in cash. If you plan to compete, you should line up proof of funds and a quick-closing attorney or escrow officer.
Taxes and process for foreigners
California's Proposition 13 sets property tax at roughly 1% of the purchase price plus local levies, then limits annual increases while you own. Foreign buyers can purchase freely; lenders tend to require bigger down payments, and the sale of the home later triggers FIRPTA withholding. Hire a California attorney or experienced escrow company and obtain a home inspection plus earthquake and fire insurance quotes before removing contingencies.
Our US consultation page explains the process, the mortgage options outline funding, and the US market analysis adds national context. Use the valuation tool for a reality check.
At €16,071 per m², Los Altos prices land first and buildings second.
Compare nearby cities
Mountain View, Sunnyvale and Cupertino border Los Altos and tend to be less expensive; Palo Alto and Menlo Park are on par or higher; Santa Clara is a short drive east.
Last updated 8 October 2026
Buying property in Los Altos: FAQ
What is the median price in Los Altos?
€3,574,557 asking, based on 64 current listings.
Is Los Altos mostly houses?
Yes: 47 of 64 listings. Condos make up 17.
Do foreigners need a special permit?
No. California does not require a permit, though lenders and title companies run extra identity and source-of-funds checks.
What does FIRPTA mean for me?
It means the buyer of your property withholds part of the sale price for the IRS when you sell as a foreign person. Rates are 15%, or lower for qualifying residences.
Are there cheaper ways into the area?
Condos in Los Altos, or houses in neighbouring Mountain View and Sunnyvale, usually cost less.
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