Cheap Apartments for Rent in Palo Alto, CA from $1,200 with Swimming Pool (15 Rentals)
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Merrilee Terrace Apartments

Woodland Park
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Hidden Garden Apartments

Stanford Garden Apartments

The Villa Monte Apartments
Smart Renter's Guide: Calculating Affordable Rent & Housing Costs
Wondering how to determine your rental budget? This comprehensive guide covers everything from the 30% rule to hidden fees and effective budgeting strategies.

Park Square Apartments

The Arbors at Mountain View Apartments

Park Plaza Apartments
Navigating the Rental Market: Tips for First-Time Renters
Entering the rental market? Learn these simple tips and strategies to avoid common pitfalls and make confident choices. Rent with peace of mind.

Latham Court Apartments

The Laurel at Mountain View (55+)

Del Medio Manor
Know Your Rights - How Discrimination Laws Impact Landlords and Tenants
Read our practical guide to landlord and tenant rights. Understand protected classes, reasonable accommodations, and legal exceptions to prevent housing discrimination.

Mountain View Town Center I & II Apartments

Verandas Apartments

Ananda Community
Palo Alto, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Palo Alto?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
---|---|---|---|
Palo Alto Studio Apartments | $2,769 | $1,740 | $5,456 |
Palo Alto 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,922 | $1,275 | $7,770 |
Palo Alto 2 Bedroom Apartments | $5,055 | $2,695 | $9,870 |
Palo Alto 3 Bedroom Apartments | $6,392 | $4,495 | $10,000+ |
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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
What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?
- Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
- Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
- Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Palo Alto Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Palo Alto?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Palo Alto is at Woodland Park listed at $1,700.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Palo Alto Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Palo Alto Apartment is $2,010 at Woodland Park.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Palo Alto Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Palo Alto is starting from $1,925 at Woodland Park.
What is the most affordable Palo Alto Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Palo Alto Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at The Shadows Apartments and starts from $5,595.
Expert Rental Resources
Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips
The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

Know Your Budget: Calculating What You Can Realistically Afford When Renting
Written by: Lauren Harrington
Renting an apartment or house isn’t just about looking through online ads, choosing a few apartments or homes you want to tour, filling out an application, and putting down a deposit. Those things are all necessary and important.

The Freedom of Short-Term Leases: Exploring the Advantages for Renters
Written by: Bobbi Jackson
If you’re looking to relocate right now, a popular solution that may best fit your current rental needs is a short-term lease.

Navigating the Rental Market: Tips for First-Time Renters
Written by: Sandy Baker
Making the decision to rent is exciting and terrifying at the same time. For many people, there are a lot of unknowns.

Rise of Digital Nomads: Remote Work Tips for Apartment Renters
Written by: Brandie Parton
As a digital nomad, you no longer call a set address or office building your home for eight hours of the day or more.