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East Palo Alto, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in East Palo Alto?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Cheap East Palo Alto Studio Apartments | $2,264 | $788 | $3,920 |
Cheap East Palo Alto 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,462 | $2,200 | $9,360 |
Cheap East Palo Alto 2 Bedroom Apartments | $4,504 | $2,800 | $10,000+ |
Cheap East Palo Alto 3 Bedroom Apartments | $8,900 | $6,000 | $10,000+ |
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Cheapest Available East Palo Alto Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in East Palo Alto, CA is a Studio unit found at Woodland Park in the Duveneck 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 $2,245. Here is today’s list of the most affordable East Palo Alto apartments for rent:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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Woodland Park | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,650 |
Stanford Garden Apartments | Large Studio Close to Everything - Private Patio | Studio,1BA | $2,245 |
Woodland Arms | Unit 314 | Studio,1BA | $2,275 |
Verandas Apartments | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $2,395 |
Parker Palo Alto | One Bedroom One Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $2,895 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in East Palo Alto, CA
As of September 18, 2025 the best value apartment in the East Palo Alto area is the $3.73 price per square foot 365 Forest Ave Model at 365 Forest Ave, Unit 2D in the in the Duveneck neighborhood starting from $7,380. The second greatest value East Palo Alto apartment is the 3BR Model at Park Plaza starting at $5,500 with a $3.70 price per square foot in the Duveneck neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for East Palo Alto apartments based on price per square foot:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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365 Forest Ave, Unit 2D | 365 Forest Ave | 3BR,2.5BA | $3.73 |
Park Plaza | 3BR | 3BR,2BA | $3.70 |
Garden Oaks Apartments | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $3.13 |
The Independent | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $3.83 |
Midtown Apartments | 2-Bedrooms, 1-Bathroom | 2BR,1BA | $3.59 |
Southwood Apartments | 1x1A | 1BR,1BA | $4.26 |
Woodland Park | 1-1 Apartment | 1BR,1BA | $3.08 |
Laurel Court Apartments | Updated 1 BR w/Fireplace and Hardwood | 1BR,1BA | $4.44 |
Verandas Apartments | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $3.99 |
Stanford Garden Apartments | Large Studio Close to Everything - Private Patio | Studio ,1BA | $4.49 |
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Getting Around East Palo Alto, CA
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
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- Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
- Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap East Palo Alto Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in East Palo Alto?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in East Palo Alto is at Woodland Park listed at $1,650.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom East Palo Alto Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom East Palo Alto Apartment is $2,298 at Woodland Park.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom East Palo Alto Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in East Palo Alto is starting from $1,925 at Woodland Park.
What is the most affordable East Palo Alto Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap East Palo Alto Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Park Plaza and starts from $5,500.
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