Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Downtown Palo Alto Neighborhood of Palo Alto, CA from $2,200 (16 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in the Downtown Palo Alto area of Palo Alto.

The Midtown at Palo Alto

Partridge

Verandas Apartments

230 - Atherton Park Forest

Garden Oaks Apartments
Downtown Palo Alto, Palo Alto, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Downtown Palo Alto?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Downtown Palo Alto Studio Apartments | $3,111 | $2,200 | $4,339 |
Downtown Palo Alto 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,949 | $2,250 | $5,408 |
Downtown Palo Alto 2 Bedroom Apartments | $5,478 | $2,895 | $10,000+ |
Downtown Palo Alto 3 Bedroom Apartments | $6,000 | $6,000 | $6,000 |
Browse Apartments in this Neighborhood
There are currently 16 rentals with your search options within a 1 mile radius of the Downtown Palo Alto Neighborhood of Palo Alto, CA.
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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 Partridge priced from $2,200. Woodland Arms has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $2,275. Here are the most affordable Downtown Palo Alto apartments for rent in San Jose, CA:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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Partridge | 0BR/1.0BA | Studio,1BA | $2,200 |
Woodland Arms | Unit 314 | Studio,1BA | $2,275 |
Verandas Apartments | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $2,395 |
Hawthorne Gardens | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2,595 |
Mia Palo Alto | Studio A | Studio,1BA | $3,506 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Downtown Palo Alto, CA
As of March 16, 2025 the best value apartment in the Downtown Palo Alto area is the $3.80 price per square foot 2x1.5w Model at The Midtown at Palo Alto in the in the Duveneck neighborhood starting from $3,795. The second greatest value Downtown Palo Alto apartment is the Plan A Model at The Marc starting at $4,052 with a $6.00 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 Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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The Midtown at Palo Alto | 2x1.5w | 2BR,1.5BA | $3.80 |
The Marc | Plan A | 1BR,1BA | $6.00 |
Verandas Apartments | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $3.99 |
Woodland Arms | Unit 307 | Studio ,1BA | $4.55 |
Hawthorne Gardens | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $5.19 |
Partridge | 0BR/1.0BA | Studio ,1BA | $4.89 |
Mia Palo Alto | Studio A | Studio ,1BA | $7.91 |
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
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 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 Partridge listed at $2,200.
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 $2,250 at Partridge.
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 $2,895 at Verandas Apartments.
Expert Rental Resources
Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips
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