
1 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in East Palo Alto, CA (269 Rentals)


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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in East Palo Alto?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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East Palo Alto Studio Apartments | $2,264 | $788 | $3,920 |
East Palo Alto 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,466 | $2,200 | $9,360 |
East Palo Alto 2 Bedroom Apartments | $4,478 | $2,800 | $10,000+ |
East Palo Alto 3 Bedroom Apartments | $9,301 | $6,000 | $10,000+ |
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Largest Available East Palo Alto 1 Bedroom Apartments
The largest available 1 Bedroom apartment unit in East Palo Alto, CA is found at The Independent in the Villa Del Monte neighborhood and is 863 square feet priced from $3,600. Garden Oaks Apartments in the Lindenwood neighborhood has the second largest 1 Bedroom, which is sized at 800 square feet and currently listed start at $2,950. Here is today’s list of the largest available 1 Bedroom units in East Palo Alto:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Square Footage | Priced From |
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The Independent | One Bedroom | 863 Sq Ft | $3,600 |
Garden Oaks Apartments | 800 Sq Ft | $2,950 | |
Southwood Apartments | 1x1A | 750 Sq Ft | $3,195 |
Stanford Garden Apartments | Wonderful 1 Bedroom Close to Everything! | 700 Sq Ft | $2,595 |
Laurel Court Apartments | Updated 1 BR w/Fireplace and Hardwood | 675 Sq Ft | $2,995 |
Parker Palo Alto | One Bedroom One Bathroom | 625 Sq Ft | $2,995 |
Verandas Apartments | 1x1 | 600 Sq Ft | $2,395 |
Layne Court Apartments | 1x1w | 568 Sq Ft | $2,945 |
Woodland Park | 1-1 Apartment | 372 Sq Ft | $2,298 |
Cheapest Available East Palo Alto 1 Bedroom Apartments
As of September 19, 2025 the lowest priced 1 Bedroom apartment unit in East Palo Alto, CA is the 1-1 Apartment Model starting from $2,298 at Woodland Park in the Duveneck neighborhood. The second most affordable East Palo Alto 1 Bedroom is the 1x1 Model at Verandas Apartments starting at $2,395 in the Lindenwood neighborhood. The average price for all 1 Bedroom apartments in East Palo Alto is currently $3,466. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available 1 Bedroom options in East Palo Alto:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Priced From |
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Woodland Park | 1-1 Apartment | $2,298 |
Verandas Apartments | 1x1 | $2,395 |
Stanford Garden Apartments | Wonderful 1 Bedroom Close to Everything! | $2,595 |
Layne Court Apartments | 1x1w | $2,945 |
Laurel Court Apartments | Updated 1 BR w/Fireplace and Hardwood | $2,995 |
Parker Palo Alto | One Bedroom One Bathroom | $2,995 |
Southwood Apartments | 1x1A | $3,195 |
The Independent | One Bedroom | $3,600 |
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Walk Score®
66 / 100
Somewhat Walkable
Some errands can be accomplished on foot
Bike Score®
75 / 100
Very Bikeable
Biking is convenient for most trips
Transit Score®
3 / 100
Minimal Transit
It may be possible to get on a bus
What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?
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- Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
- Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
Frequently Asked Questions about 1 Bedroom East Palo Alto Apartments
What is the Cheapest apartment in East Palo Alto with 1 Bedroom?
Currently the most affordable 1 Bedroom in East Palo Alto is at Woodland Park listed at $2,298.
How much is the average rent for a 1 Bedroom East Palo Alto Apartment?
The average rent for a 1 Bedroom Apartment in East Palo Alto is $3,466.
What is the largest available 1 Bedroom East Palo Alto Apartment for rent?
Today's apartment with the most square footage in East Palo Alto is a 863 square feet unit starting from $3,600 at The Independent.
What is the average size for East Palo Alto 1 Bedroom Apartments for rent?
The average size for a 1 Bedroom rental in East Palo Alto is currently 725 sq ft.
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