Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Old Palo Alto Neighborhood of Palo Alto, CA from $1,600 (33 Rentals)

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488 James Rd
Studio Apartments

488 James Rd

488 James RdPalo Alto, CA 94306
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Hawthorne Apartments
1 Bedroom Apartments

Hawthorne Apartments

275 Hawthorne AvePalo Alto, CA 94301
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542 Forest Ave
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

542 Forest Ave

542 Forest AvePalo Alto, CA 94301
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431 Dinahs Ct
1 Bedroom Apartments

431 Dinahs Ct

431 Dinahs CtPalo Alto, CA 94306
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Parksquare Apartments
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Parksquare Apartments

4290 Wilkie WayPalo Alto, CA 94306
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Hawthorne Gardens
1 Bedroom Apartments

Hawthorne Gardens

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

242 Curtner Ave

242 Curtner AvePalo Alto, CA 94306
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Menlo Oaks Apartments
2 Bedroom Apartments

Menlo Oaks Apartments

840-842 Coleman AveMenlo Park, CA 94025
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Old Palo Alto, Palo Alto, CA Local Guide

Cheapest Available Old Palo Alto Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Old Palo Alto area of San Jose, CA is a Studio unit found at Woodland Park priced from $1,650. Stanford Garden Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,995. Here are the most affordable Old Palo Alto apartments for rent in San Jose, CA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Woodland ParkStudioStudio,1BA$1,650
Stanford Garden ApartmentsLarge Studio Close to Everything - Private PatioStudio,1BA$1,995
The Chalet at CurtnerVilla1BR,1BA$2,095
Woodland ArmsUnit 314Studio,1BA$2,275
Del Medio ManorStudio 520sqftStudio,1BA$2,300
Verandas Apartments1x11BR,1BA$2,395
Ananda CommunityStudio1BR,1BA$2,400
Partridge0BR/1.0BAStudio,1BA$2,500
Stanford Avenue Apartments4511BR,1BA$2,525
Hawthorne GardensOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$2,595

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Old Palo Alto, CA

As of March 09, 2025 the best value apartment in the Old Palo Alto area is the $3.27 price per square foot 2BR/2BA Model at Merrilee Terrace Apartments in the in the Town & Country Village neighborhood starting from $3,595. The second greatest value Old Palo Alto apartment is the 2x1.5w Model at The Midtown at Palo Alto starting at $3,795 with a $3.80 price per square foot in the Duveneck neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Old Palo Alto apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Merrilee Terrace Apartments2BR/2BA2BR,2BA$3.27
The Midtown at Palo Alto2x1.5w2BR,1.5BA$3.80
Midtown Apartments2-Bedrooms, 1-Bathroom2BR,1BA$3.71
Garden Oaks Apartments1 bedroom1BR,1BA$3.24
Stanford VillaCamellia1BR,1BA$3.47
Southwood Apartments1x1A1BR,1BA$3.86
Union Plaza ApartmentsPremium One Bedroom (Fully Renovated)1BR,1BA$3.74
Del Medio Garden Apartments250 Bedroom1BR,1BA$3.71
The Chalet at CurtnerVilla1BR,1BA$3.35
Woodland ParkStudioStudio ,1BA$3.18

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Old Palo Alto, Palo Alto, CA

Ranked #12

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 Old Palo Alto Neighborhood in Palo Alto, CA

Walk Score®

75 / 100

Very Walkable

Most errands can be accomplished on foot

Bike Score®

100 / 100

Biker's Paradise

Daily errands can be accomplished on a bike

Transit Score®

44 / 100

Some Transit

A few nearby public transportation options

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Old Palo Alto Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Old Palo Alto?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Old Palo Alto is at Woodland Park listed at $1,650.

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

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

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

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

What is the most affordable Old Palo Alto Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Old Palo Alto Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at and starts from $4,495.

Expert Rental Resources

Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

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