
Cheap Apartments for Rent in East Palo Alto, CA from $1,600 (15 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cheap East Palo Alto Studio Apartments | $3,510 | $1,700 | $7,226 |
| Cheap East Palo Alto 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,714 | $2,200 | $6,659 |
| Cheap East Palo Alto 2 Bedroom Apartments | $4,472 | $2,890 | $10,000+ |
| Cheap East Palo Alto 3 Bedroom Apartments | $6,214 | $4,495 | $9,727 |
| Cheap East Palo Alto 4 Bedroom Apartments | $5,500 | $5,500 | $5,500 |
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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. Woodland Arms in the Duveneck neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $2,145. 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 | $1,650 |
| Woodland Arms | Unit 205 | Studio,1BA | $2,145 |
| Stanford Garden Apartments | Wonderful 1 Bedroom Close to Everything! | 1BR,1BA | $2,695 |
| Hawthorne Apartments | 2BR/1BA | 2BR,1BA | $2,975 |
| 347-367 Everett Ave | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $3,095 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in East Palo Alto, CA
As of February 24, 2026 the best value apartment in the East Palo Alto area is the $3.62 price per square foot Unit 2A Model at Park Plaza in the in the Duveneck neighborhood starting from $4,200. The second greatest value East Palo Alto apartment is the 2BR/1BA Model at Hawthorne Apartments starting at $2,975 with a $2.70 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Park Plaza | Unit 2A | 2BR,2BA | $3.62 |
| Hawthorne Apartments | 2BR/1BA | 2BR,1BA | $2.70 |
| 777 Hamilton | Element | 2BR,2BA | $4.27 |
| Verandas Apartments | 2x1 W/D | 2BR,1BA | $3.60 |
| Southwood Apartments | TBD | 2BR,2BA | $4.08 |
| The Independent | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $3.71 |
| Woodland Park | 2x1 | 2BR,1BA | $3.21 |
| 3121 Alma St, Unit 3121 Alma St | 3121 Alma St | 2BR,1BA | $4.07 |
| Midtown Apartments | One Bedroom One Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $4.46 |
| Stanford Garden Apartments | Wonderful 1 Bedroom Close to Everything! | 1BR,1BA | $3.85 |
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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 $1,650.
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 $2,750 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 $5,295.
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