
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Los Palos Neighborhood of Lafayette, CA from $1,800 (42 Rentals)
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1038 on Second

Town Center

Lafayette Oaks

3470 Orchard Hill Ct

940 Hough Ave

3235-3241 Marlene Dr

3243-3249 Marlene Dr
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907 Bell St

932 Dewing Ave

3283-3289 Marlene Dr

3580 Brook St

215 Lafayette Cir

3257-3261 Marlene Dr

3266-3270 Marlene Dr

101 Lafayette Cir
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918 Dewing Ave

3273-3277 Marlene Dr

3265-3271 Marlene Dr

3460 Orchard Hill Ct

920 Dewing Ave

963 Almanor Ct

3427 Golden Gate Way

970-972 Almanor Ct
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975 Almanor Ct

Laplaya Apartments

3574 Terrace Way

80 Lafayette Cir

957-959 Almanor Ct

3585 Brook St

1011 Brown Ave

3578 Terrace Way
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1007 Brown Ave

858 Rosedale Ave

3441 Golden Gate Way

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Merrill Gardens at Lafayette

Lafayette Senior Housing

891-899 Bell St

3543 Brook Street
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The Mill at Brown

Orchard Hill
Los Palos, Lafayette, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Los Palos?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Los Palos Studio Apartments | $2,141 | $2,054 | $2,220 |
| Los Palos 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,804 | $2,210 | $3,599 |
| Los Palos 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,077 | $2,580 | $4,497 |
| Los Palos 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,215 | $3,215 | $3,215 |
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There are currently 42 rentals with your search options within a 1 mile radius of the Los Palos Neighborhood of Lafayette, CA.
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Cheapest Available Los Palos Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Los Palos area of San Francisco, CA is a Studio unit found at Park Lafayette priced from $2,054. 1038 on Second has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $2,515. Here are the most affordable Los Palos apartments for rent in San Francisco, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Park Lafayette | Studio B | Studio,1BA | $2,054 |
| 1038 on Second | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $2,515 |
| Town Center | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $3,535 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Los Palos, CA
As of July 29, 2026 the best value apartment in the Los Palos area is the $2.90 price per square foot Two Bedroom Model at 1038 on Second in the in the Los Palos neighborhood starting from $2,515. The second greatest value Los Palos apartment is the One Bedroom Model at Town Center starting at $3,535 with a $4.59 price per square foot in the Burton Valley neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Los Palos apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1038 on Second | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $2.90 |
| Town Center | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $4.59 |
| Park Lafayette | Studio B | Studio ,1BA | $5.05 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleLos Palos, Lafayette, CA
Ranked #27
Among cities in California for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
2.5Pet Friendly
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Los Palos Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Los Palos?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Los Palos is at Park Lafayette listed at $2,054.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Los Palos Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Los Palos is starting from $2,515 at 1038 on Second.
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