
Cheap Apartments for Rent in East Palo Alto, CA from $1,975 (33 Rentals)
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910 Montage Cir

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Woodland Park

Stanford Garden Apartments

Woodland Circle

The Redwoods

762 Hamilton Ave

546 Hamilton Ave
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Coleman Arms

Verandas Apartments

390 Everett Ave

1001 Madera Ave

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Vasara

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542 Forest Ave

357-359 Hawthorne Ave
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The Midfield Apartments

600 Hamilton Ave

Middlefield Apartments

543-555 Forest Ave

115 Greenmeadow Way

Villa Toscana

1051-1077 Middlefield Rd
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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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cheap East Palo Alto Studio Apartments | $3,312 | $2,000 | $4,973 |
| Cheap East Palo Alto 1 Bedroom Apartments | $4,030 | $2,405 | $7,134 |
| Cheap East Palo Alto 2 Bedroom Apartments | $5,291 | $2,833 | $10,000+ |
| Cheap East Palo Alto 3 Bedroom Apartments | $7,766 | $4,495 | $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 $1,975. The Independent in the Villa Del Monte neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $2,300. Here is today’s list of the most affordable East Palo Alto apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Woodland Park | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,975 |
| The Independent | Studio | Studio,1BA | $2,300 |
| Stanford Garden Apartments | Large Studio Close to Everything - Private Patio | Studio,1BA | $2,395 |
| Coleman Arms | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $2,405 |
| 390 Everett Ave | 5R | 1BR,1BA | $2,500 |
| Lume | S6 | Studio,1BA | $3,113 |
| Verandas Apartments | 2x1 | 2BR,1BA | $3,195 |
| Parker Palo Alto | One Bedroom One Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $3,395 |
| Vasara | S1 | Studio,1BA | $3,449 |
| Midtown Apartments | Two Bedroom 1.5 Bathroom | 2BR,1BA | $4,195 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in East Palo Alto, CA
As of August 26, 2026 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 Unit 325 Model at Park Plaza starting at $4,400 with a $2.96 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 365 Forest Ave, Unit 2D | 365 Forest Ave | 3BR,2.5BA | $3.73 |
| Park Plaza | Unit 325 | 3BR,2BA | $2.96 |
| 777 Hamilton | Element | 2BR,2BA | $4.37 |
| Verandas Apartments | 2x1 W/D | 2BR,1BA | $3.35 |
| Midtown Apartments | Two Bedroom 1.5 Bathroom | 2BR,1.5BA | $4.24 |
| Southwood Apartments | 2x2MT | 2BR,2BA | $4.28 |
| Woodland Park | 2x1 | 2BR,1BA | $3.67 |
| 390 Everett Ave | 5R | 1BR,1BA | $3.62 |
| Coleman Arms | 1x1 Renovated | 1BR,1BA | $4.59 |
| The Independent | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $4.62 |
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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 $1,975.
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 $2,348 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 $3,095 at Coleman Arms.
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 $4,400.
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