Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Palo Alto Orchards Neighborhood of Palo Alto, CA from $1,600 (45 Rentals)

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488 James Rd
Studio Apartments

488 James Rd

488 James RdPalo Alto, CA 94306
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The Chalet at Curtner
1 Bedroom Apartments

The Chalet at Curtner

380 Curtner AvePalo Alto, CA 94306
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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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242 Curtner Ave
1 Bedroom Apartments

242 Curtner Ave

242 Curtner AvePalo Alto, CA 94306
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King Apartments
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

King Apartments

2000 California StMountain View, CA 94040
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The Capri Apartments
1 Bedroom Apartments

The Capri Apartments

2030 California StMountain View, CA 94040
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Monte Sierra Apartments
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

Monte Sierra Apartments

1901 Montecito AveMountain View, CA 94043
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Mayfield Apartments
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Mayfield Apartments

2483-2491 Whitney DrMountain View, CA 94043
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1638 Latham St
1 Bedroom Apartments

1638 Latham St

1638 Latham StMountain View, CA 94041
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Ednamary Apartments
1 Bedroom Apartments

Ednamary Apartments

1855-1885 Ednamary WayMountain View, CA 94040
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Caltega
1 Bedroom Apartments

Caltega

240 Ortega AveMountain View, CA 94040
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2020 California St
1 Bedroom Apartments

2020 California St

2020 California StMountain View, CA 94040
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2005 Colony St
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

2005 Colony St

2005 Colony StMountain View, CA 94043
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Atrium Court
2 Bedroom Apartments

Atrium Court

1990 Latham StMountain View, CA 94040
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Colony Apartments
2 Bedroom Apartments

Colony Apartments

1984 Colony StMountain View, CA 94043
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Palo Alto Orchards, Palo Alto, CA Local Guide

Cheapest Available Palo Alto Orchards Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Palo Alto Orchards area of San Jose, CA is a Studio unit found at The Villa Monte Apartments priced from $1,995. The Chalet at Curtner has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $2,095. Here are the most affordable Palo Alto Orchards apartments for rent in San Jose, CA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
The Villa Monte ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$1,995
The Chalet at CurtnerVilla1BR,1BA$2,095
The Arbors at Mountain View Apartments1 Bed 1 Bath1BR,1BA$2,245
Caltega1-Bedroom, 1-Bathroom1BR,1BA$2,295
260 Chiquita Ave Apartments1 Bed 1 Bath1BR,1BA$2,295
Del Medio ManorStudio 520sqftStudio,1BA$2,300
The Laurel at Mountain View (55+)1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$2,300
Ananda CommunityStudio1BR,1BA$2,400
658 Sierra VistaOne Bedroom One Bath1BR,1BA$2,475
3440 Ramona St1 x11BR,1BA$2,495

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Palo Alto Orchards, CA

As of March 25, 2025 the best value apartment in the Palo Alto Orchards area is the $2.33 price per square foot 2145 Yale St Model at 2145 Yale St, Unit 2145 B Yale St. in the in the Duveneck neighborhood starting from $4,200. The second greatest value Palo Alto Orchards apartment is the 2400 W El Camino Real Model at 2400 W El Camino Real, Unit FL4-ID1080 starting at $3,720 with a $3.33 price per square foot in the North Los Altos neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Palo Alto Orchards apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
2145 Yale St, Unit 2145 B Yale St.2145 Yale St2BR,1BA$2.33
2400 W El Camino Real, Unit FL4-ID10802400 W El Camino Real2BR,2BA$3.33
Merrilee Terrace Apartments2BR/2BA2BR,2BA$3.27
The Camille Apartments2 Beds, 2 Baths2BR,2BA$3.31
Stanford VillaSequoia2BR,2BA$3.47
Woodview ApartmentsTownhouse2BR,1.5BA$3.21
Terman2 Bedroom - 1 Bath2BR,1BA$3.49
260 Chiquita Ave Apartments1 Bed 1 Bath1BR,1BA$3.28
658 Sierra VistaOne Bedroom One Bath1BR,1BA$3.71
The Chalet at CurtnerVilla1BR,1BA$3.35

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Palo Alto Orchards, Palo Alto, CA

Ranked #6

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

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

4.0
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Lifestyle Ratings

ApartmentHomeLiving.com is happy to bring you our detailed rental search system called 'Lifestyle ratings', composed of neighborhoods, metropolitan areas, and rental properties across California, including Palo Alto. Lifestyle Ratings show you the best fit for your needs and interests. This takes in many factors including rankings of the best places for outdoor amenities like tennis courts, luxury amenities, pet-friendly features, features that make it easier to raise kids, proximity to transit, in addition to floorplans, availablity, and pricing. Use Lifestyle Search in the site filter options on this page - and find your Perfect place!

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

Walk Score®

71 / 100

Very Walkable

Most errands can be accomplished on foot

Bike Score®

93 / 100

Biker's Paradise

Daily errands can be accomplished on a bike

Transit Score®

45 / 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 Orchards Apartments

What is a cheap apartment in Palo Alto Orchards?

A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Palo Alto Orchards is under $2,495.

What is the price of a cheap apartment in Palo Alto Orchards?

The cheapest apartment in Palo Alto Orchards is The Chalet at Curtner which is listed at $2,095, while the average apartment in Palo Alto Orchards costs $5,400.

What types of apartments are the cheapest in Palo Alto Orchards?

Student, low-income, and by-the-bed apartments are typically the cheapest rentals in most cities, though they require qualifying criteria to rent. There are 104 regular apartments in Palo Alto Orchards that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.

How do the prices of cheap apartments compare to the average apartment in Palo Alto Orchards?

Cheap apartments in Palo Alto Orchards have an average cost of $172 which is $5,228 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Palo Alto Orchards.

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