
Cheap Homes for Rent in East Palo Alto, CA from $1,200 (9 Rentals)
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762 Hamilton Ave

546 Hamilton Ave

3781 La Selva Dr

777 San Antonio Rd

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East Palo Alto, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent a home in East Palo Alto?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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East Palo Alto 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $4,229 | $1,200 | $6,000 |
East Palo Alto 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $7,678 | $5,500 | $10,000+ |
East Palo Alto 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $19,851 | $5,040 | $10,000+ |
East Palo Alto 5 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $11,083 | $1,200 | $10,000+ |
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Cheapest Available East Palo Alto Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in East Palo Alto, CA is a Studio unit found at Woodland Park in the Lindenwood neighborhood priced from $1,700. Stanford Garden Apartments in the Duveneck neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,995. Here is today’s list of the most affordable East Palo Alto apartments for rent:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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Woodland Park | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,700 |
Stanford Garden Apartments | Large Studio Close to Everything - Private Patio | Studio,1BA | $1,995 |
Woodland Arms | Unit 314 | Studio,1BA | $2,175 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in East Palo Alto, CA
As of April 26, 2025 the best value apartment in the East Palo Alto area is the $3.68 price per square foot Flash Model at 777 Hamilton in the in the Felton Gables neighborhood starting from $5,062. The second greatest value East Palo Alto apartment is the Two Bedroom One Bathroom Model at Parker Palo Alto starting at $3,500 with a $4.12 price per square foot in the Duveneck neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for East Palo Alto apartments based on price per square foot:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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777 Hamilton | Flash | 3BR,3BA | $3.68 |
Parker Palo Alto | Two Bedroom One Bathroom | 2BR,1BA | $4.12 |
Garden Oaks Apartments | 1 bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $3.37 |
The Marc | Plan A | 1BR,1BA | $5.72 |
Lume | A7 | 1BR,1BA | $6.01 |
Verandas Apartments | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $3.99 |
Woodland Park | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $3.36 |
Woodland Arms | Unit 202 | Studio ,1BA | $4.55 |
Stanford Garden Apartments | Large Studio Close to Everything - Private Patio | Studio ,1BA | $3.99 |
1621 Woodland Ave, Unit A | 1621 Woodland Ave | Studio ,1BA | $4.11 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about East Palo Alto
What type of rentals are currently available in East Palo Alto?
There are currently 569 Apartments for Rent in East Palo Alto, CA with pricing that ranges from $788 to $13,140. There are also 41 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in East Palo Alto ranging from $1,200 to $90,000.
What is the current price range for Rental Homes in East Palo Alto?
Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in East Palo Alto ranges from $1,200 to $90,000 with an average monthly rent of $9,311.
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