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Navigating the Rental Market: Tips for First-Time Renters

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Cheapest Available Stanford Apartments for Rent and Nearby

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Stanford, CA is a Studio unit found at Woodland Park in the Lindenwood neighborhood priced from $1,650. Stanford Garden Apartments in the Duveneck neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,995. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Stanford apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Woodland ParkStudioStudio,1BA$1,650
Stanford Garden ApartmentsLarge Studio Close to Everything - Private PatioStudio,1BA$1,995
Woodland ArmsUnit 314Studio,1BA$2,175

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Stanford, CA and Nearby

As of May 02, 2025 the best value apartment in the Stanford area is the $3.10 price per square foot 2 bedroom ; 1 bath Model at Briarwood Manor in the in the Pine Forest neighborhood starting from $3,095. The second greatest value Stanford apartment is the 1 Beds, 1 Baths Model at Menlo Pointe Apartments starting at $3,195 with a $3.45 price per square foot in the Pine Forest neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Stanford apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Briarwood Manor2 bedroom ; 1 bath2BR,1BA$3.10
Menlo Pointe Apartments1 Beds, 1 Baths1BR,1BA$3.45
230 - Atherton Park Forest2 Bed 2 Bath Remodel2BR,2BA$3.78
Terman2 Bedroom - 1 Bath2BR,1BA$3.49
Garden Oaks Apartments1 bedroom1BR,1BA$3.37
Woodland Park1-1 Apartment1BR,1BA$2.64
Union Plaza ApartmentsPremium One Bedroom (Fully Renovated)1BR,1BA$3.74
Verandas Apartments1x11BR,1BA$3.99
Stanford Garden ApartmentsLarge Studio Close to Everything - Private PatioStudio ,1BA$3.99
Woodland ArmsUnit 202Studio ,1BA$4.55

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Frequently Asked Questions about Stanford

What type of rentals are currently available in Stanford?

There are currently 887 Apartments for Rent in Stanford, CA with pricing that ranges from $1,650 to $13,210. There are also 40 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Stanford ranging from $1,200 to $90,000.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Stanford?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Stanford ranges from $1,200 to $90,000 with an average monthly rent of $9,564.

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.

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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.

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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.

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Know Your Rights - How Discrimination Laws Impact Landlords and Tenants

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Everyone needs a place to live and to call home. For decades, the federal government has established protections to ensure that individuals and families can find housing free from discriminatory barriers.

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Renting Smart: Lease Basics Every Renter Needs

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Often, in the excitement of finding a new place to live, there’s a rush to make it happen, and - too often - a new tenant signs a lease without reading it carefully.