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How much does it cost to rent a home in East Palo Alto?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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East Palo Alto 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $4,627 | $3,100 | $6,500 |
East Palo Alto 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $7,152 | $4,600 | $10,000+ |
East Palo Alto 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $14,522 | $4,170 | $10,000+ |
East Palo Alto 5 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $11,330 | $7,000 | $10,000+ |
East Palo Alto 6 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $20,000 | $10,000 | $10,000+ |
East Palo Alto 7 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $19,500 | $10,000 | $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 $1,750. Woodland Arms in the Duveneck neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $2,275. 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 | $1,750 |
Woodland Arms | Unit 302 | Studio,1BA | $2,275 |
Verandas Apartments | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $2,395 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in East Palo Alto, CA
As of July 30, 2025 the best value apartment in the East Palo Alto area is the $3.70 price per square foot 3BR Model at Park Plaza in the in the Duveneck neighborhood starting from $5,500. The second greatest value East Palo Alto apartment is the 2 Bedroom Model at Garden Oaks Apartments starting at $3,195 with a $3.13 price per square foot in the Lindenwood 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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Park Plaza | 3BR | 3BR,2BA | $3.70 |
Garden Oaks Apartments | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $3.13 |
Parker Palo Alto | Two Bedroom One Bathroom | 2BR,1BA | $4.12 |
Midtown Apartments | 2-Bedrooms, 1-Bathroom | 2BR,1BA | $3.71 |
Lume | A7 | 1BR,1BA | $5.93 |
Verandas Apartments | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $3.99 |
316 Chester St, Unit A | 316 Chester St | 1BR,1BA | $4.14 |
Vasara | S7 | Studio ,1BA | $6.67 |
Woodland Arms | Unit 302 | Studio ,1BA | $4.55 |
Woodland Park | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $3.74 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about East Palo Alto
What type of rentals are currently available in East Palo Alto?
There are currently 552 Apartments for Rent in East Palo Alto, CA with pricing that ranges from $788 to $10,540. There are also 96 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in East Palo Alto ranging from $800 to $90,000.
What is the current price range for Rental Homes in East Palo Alto?
Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in East Palo Alto ranges from $800 to $90,000 with an average monthly rent of $11,241.
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