
Cheap Apartments for Rent in East Palo Alto, CA from $1,700 (17 Rentals)
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1736 Woodland Ave

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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 | $2,946 | $1,700 | $8,543 |
| Cheap East Palo Alto 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,406 | $1,900 | $8,070 |
| Cheap East Palo Alto 2 Bedroom Apartments | $4,243 | $2,750 | $8,358 |
| Cheap East Palo Alto 3 Bedroom Apartments | $6,667 | $4,495 | $8,825 |
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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 $1,700. 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 East Palo Alto apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Woodland Park | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,700 |
| Stanford Garden Apartments | Large Studio Close to Everything - Private Patio | Studio,1BA | $1,995 |
| Woodland Arms | Unit 212 | Studio,1BA | $2,145 |
| Verandas Apartments | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $2,495 |
| Lume | S8 | Studio,1BA | $2,880 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in East Palo Alto, CA
As of January 07, 2026 the best value apartment in the East Palo Alto area is the $1.19 price per square foot 1155 Bieber Ave Model at 1155 Bieber Ave, Unit Master Suite in the in the Lindenwood neighborhood starting from $1,900. The second greatest value East Palo Alto apartment is the Unit 2A Model at Park Plaza starting at $4,200 with a $3.62 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1155 Bieber Ave, Unit Master Suite | 1155 Bieber Ave | 1BR,1BA | $1.19 |
| Park Plaza | Unit 2A | 2BR,2BA | $3.62 |
| Hawthorne Apartments | 2BR/1BA | 2BR,1BA | $2.70 |
| Southwood Apartments | 2x2BMR | 2BR,2BA | $3.67 |
| 3133 Alma St, Unit 3133 | 3133 Alma St | 2BR,1BA | $3.51 |
| Midtown Apartments | 2-Bedrooms, 1-Bathroom | 2BR,1BA | $3.71 |
| Garden Oaks Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $3.69 |
| Parker Palo Alto | One Bedroom One Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $4.11 |
| Woodland Park | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $3.38 |
| Stanford Garden Apartments | Large Studio Close to Everything - Private Patio | Studio ,1BA | $3.99 |
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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 $1,700.
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 $2,248 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 Parker Palo Alto and starts from $4,500.
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