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715 Everett Ave

Palo AltoCA94301

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501 Forest Ave

Palo AltoCA94301
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837 Cowper St

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The Chalet at Curtner
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The Chalet at Curtner

380 Curtner AvePalo Alto, CA 94306
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Hawthorne Apartments
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Hawthorne Apartments

275 Hawthorne AvePalo Alto, CA 94301
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431 Dinahs Ct
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431 Dinahs Ct

431 Dinahs CtPalo Alto, CA 94306
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Hawthorne Gardens
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Hawthorne Gardens

221-237 Hawthorne AvePalo Alto, CA 94301
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242 Curtner Ave
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242 Curtner Ave

242 Curtner AvePalo Alto, CA 94306
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Parksquare Apartments
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Parksquare Apartments

4290 Wilkie WayPalo Alto, CA 94306
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542 Forest Ave
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542 Forest Ave

542 Forest AvePalo Alto, CA 94301
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577 Vista Ave
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577 Vista Ave

577 Vista AvePalo Alto, CA 94306
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345 Sheridan Ave
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345 Sheridan Ave

345 Sheridan AvePalo Alto, CA 94306
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Arastradero West
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Arastradero West

724 Arastradero RdPalo Alto, CA 94306
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Villa Toscana
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Villa Toscana

272-290 Everett AvePalo Alto, CA 94301
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420 James Rd
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420 James Rd

420 James RdPalo Alto, CA 94306
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Park Terrace
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Park Terrace

3860 Park BlvdPalo Alto, CA 94306
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Palo Alto 1 Bedroom Apartment Units with Current Availability by Neighborhood

Availability Confirmed As of: May 03, 2025

There are currently 103 available 1 Bedroom apartment units in Palo Alto, CA neighborhoods that range in price from $2,500 to $6,977. Heres is today's list of the top neighborhoods in Palo Alto with the most available 1 Bedroom apartments:

NeighborhoodAvailable UnitsMedian PriceMin Price
Midtown Palo Alto103$4,104$2,500

Largest Available Palo Alto 1 Bedroom Apartments

The largest available 1 Bedroom apartment unit in Palo Alto, CA is found at The Village Residences in the North Los Altos neighborhood and is 1,079 square feet priced from $4,768. Menlo Pointe Apartments in the Pine Forest neighborhood has the second largest 1 Bedroom, which is sized at 925 square feet and currently listed start at $3,195. Here is today’s list of the largest available 1 Bedroom units in Palo Alto:

Apartment ListingModel NameSquare FootagePriced From
The Village Residences1X w/ Balcony1,079 Sq Ft$4,768
Menlo Pointe Apartments1 Beds, 1 Baths925 Sq Ft$3,195
SevensA4.3908 Sq Ft$4,299
Landsby1P888 Sq Ft$4,997
The Dean1O877 Sq Ft$4,609
100 MoffettPlan 1R862 Sq Ft$4,494
Tan Plaza Apartments1A854 Sq Ft$4,495
Avalon Towers on the PeninsulaA3-832-mod-pen832 Sq Ft$3,440
Avelle1F.1820 Sq Ft$4,780
VerveOne Bedroom A1C780 Sq Ft$3,593

Cheapest Available Palo Alto 1 Bedroom Apartments

As of May 03, 2025 the lowest priced 1 Bedroom apartment unit in Palo Alto, CA is the 1-1 Apartment Model starting from $2,010 at Woodland Park in the Lindenwood neighborhood. The second most affordable Palo Alto 1 Bedroom is the 1 Bed 1 Bath Model at The Arbors at Mountain View Apartments starting at $2,245 in the North Los Altos neighborhood. The average price for all 1 Bedroom apartments in Palo Alto is currently $3,866. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available 1 Bedroom options in Palo Alto:

Apartment ListingModel NamePriced From
Woodland Park1-1 Apartment$2,010
The Arbors at Mountain View Apartments1 Bed 1 Bath$2,245
Caltega1-Bedroom, 1-Bathroom$2,295
Ednamary Apartments1 Bedroom$2,295
Latham Court Apartments1x1$2,295
The Laurel at Mountain View (55+)1 Bedroom$2,300
Verandas Apartments1x1$2,395
Del Medio ManorJR-1 Bedroom$2,450
Stanford Garden ApartmentsWonderful 1 Bedroom Close to Everything!$2,450
The Camille North Apartments1 Beds, 1 Baths$2,595

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Palo Alto Overview

Palo Alto translates to “Tall Tree” and certainly lives up to its name. Between San Francisco and San Jose it’s 70,000 residents enjoy beautiful weather, a thriving culture and easy links to the entire Bay Area. Known as the birthplace of Silicon Valley a Palo Alto apartment comes with not only an amazing history, but a bright future.

Why live in Palo Alto, CA?

Palo Alto is a thriving nexus of the finest minds in the country, the most advanced technology and a stunning array of cultural, historical and culinary traditions. There’s nowhere more cutting edge and exciting for the apartment hunter looking for a place that represents the beating heart of the future. That’s before you even consider the amazing natural beauty of the area and the unbelievable weather.

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Palo Alto, CA

Ranked #69

Among cities in California for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

2.5
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Getting Around Palo Alto, CA

Walk Score®

76 / 100

Very Walkable

Most errands can be accomplished on foot

Bike Score®

94 / 100

Biker's Paradise

Daily errands can be accomplished on a bike

Transit Score®

41 / 100

Some Transit

A few nearby public transportation options

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Frequently Asked Questions about 1 Bedroom Palo Alto Apartments

What is the Cheapest apartment in Palo Alto with 1 Bedroom?

Currently the most affordable 1 Bedroom in Palo Alto is at Woodland Park listed at $2,010.

How much is the average rent for a 1 Bedroom Palo Alto Apartment?

The average rent for a 1 Bedroom Apartment in Palo Alto is $3,866.

What is the largest available 1 Bedroom Palo Alto Apartment for rent?

Today's apartment with the most square footage in Palo Alto is a 1,079 square feet unit starting from $4,768 at The Village Residences.

What is the average size for Palo Alto 1 Bedroom Apartments for rent?

The average size for a 1 Bedroom rental in Palo Alto is currently 675 sq ft.

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