Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Downtown Palo Alto Neighborhood of Palo Alto, CA from $1,700 (13 Rentals)

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Explore the Best Cheap Apartments in Downtown Palo Alto area of Palo Alto for Renters Looking for a Great Deal on Lower Cost Rent for the Area.

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Webster Oak Apartments
from $2,3001 Bedroom Apartments

Webster Oak Apartments

906-922 Webster StPalo Alto, CA 94301
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542 Forest Ave
from $2,395Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

542 Forest Ave

542 Forest AvePalo Alto, CA 94301
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357-359 Hawthorne Ave
from $2,4001 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

357-359 Hawthorne Ave

357-359 Hawthorne AvePalo Alto, CA 94301
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Hawthorne Gardens
from $2,4951 Bedroom Apartments

Hawthorne Gardens

221-237 Hawthorne AvePalo Alto, CA 94301
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Downtown Palo Alto, Palo Alto, CA Local Guide

Cheapest Available Downtown Palo Alto Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Downtown Palo Alto area of San Jose, CA is a Studio unit found at Woodland Park priced from $1,700. Woodland Arms has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $2,025. Here are the most affordable Downtown Palo Alto apartments for rent in San Jose, CA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Woodland ParkStudioStudio,1BA$1,700
Woodland ArmsUnit 103Studio,1BA$2,025
Verandas Apartments1x11BR,1BA$2,395
Partridge1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$2,450
Stanford VillaCamellia1BR,1BA$2,690

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Downtown Palo Alto, CA

As of December 29, 2024 the best value apartment in the Downtown Palo Alto area is the $5.75 price per square foot Plan 2G Model at REALM APARTMENTS in the in the West Atherton neighborhood starting from $7,275. The second greatest value Downtown Palo Alto apartment is the 2x1.5w Model at The Midtown at Palo Alto starting at $3,895 with a $3.12 price per square foot in the Duveneck neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Downtown Palo Alto apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
REALM APARTMENTSPlan 2G2BR,2BA$5.75
The Midtown at Palo Alto2x1.5w2BR,1.5BA$3.12
Stanford VillaPonderosa2BR,2BA$3.56
227 Ramona St, Unit 227 Ramona227 Ramona St2BR,1BA$5.25
Southwood Apartments1x1A1BR,1BA$4.13
Alma Street Apartments2x12BR,1BA$4.02
Mia Palo AltoJunior One Bedroom1BR,1BA$5.75
Verandas Apartments1x11BR,1BA$3.99
Woodland ArmsUnit 314Studio ,1BA$4.55
Woodland ParkStudioStudio ,1BA$3.87

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Downtown Palo Alto, Palo Alto, CA

Ranked #19

Among neighborhoods in Palo Alto, CA for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

4.0
Pet Friendly

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Getting Around the Downtown Palo Alto Neighborhood in Palo Alto, CA

Walk Score®

94 / 100

Walker’s Paradise

Daily errands do not require a car

Bike Score®

99 / 100

Biker's Paradise

Daily errands can be accomplished on a bike

Transit Score®

55 / 100

Good Transit

Many nearby public transportation options

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Downtown Palo Alto Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Downtown Palo Alto?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Downtown Palo Alto is at Woodland Park listed at $1,700.

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Downtown Palo Alto Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Downtown Palo Alto Apartment is $1,925 at Woodland Park.

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Downtown Palo Alto Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Downtown Palo Alto is starting from $1,925 at Woodland Park.

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