
Apartments for Rent in Palo Alto, CA (1,623 Rentals)


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2850 Middlefield Rd, Unit GO FL2-ID1259

2721 Midtown Ct, Unit GO FL1-ID1868
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715 Everett Ave, Unit SI FL2-ID2141

801 Middlefield Rd, Unit SI FL2-ID2094

837 Cowper St, Unit SI FL3-ID1733

2865 Park Blvd, Unit SI FL3-ID729

594 Channing Ave, Unit SI FL2-ID2137

2721 Midtown Ct, Unit SI FL2-ID1895

329 Hawthorne Ave, Unit SI FL2-ID2013

715 Everett Ave, Unit SI FL1-ID1769

715 Everett Ave, Unit SI FL1-ID1752

565 Arastradero Rd, Unit SI FL3-ID275
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323 Hawthorne Ave, Unit SI FL2-ID2011

727 Layne Ct, Unit SI FL2-ID2036

345 Sheridan Ave, Unit SI FL4-ID2016

747 Layne Ct, Unit SI FL2-ID1861

837 Cowper St, Unit SI FL1-ID1016

251 Middlefield Rd, Unit SI FL0-ID1793

926 Webster St, Unit SI FL2-ID1651

715 Everett Ave, Unit SI FL1-ID1763

801 Middlefield Rd, Unit SI FL1-ID1711

596 Channing Ave, Unit SI FL2-ID1649

920 Webster St, Unit SI FL1-ID1650

572 Channing Ave, Unit SI FL0-ID1646

580 Channing Ave, Unit SI FL1-ID1647

822 Kipling St, Unit SI FL2-ID1638

535 Everett Ave, Unit SI FL3-ID1496

837 Cowper St, Unit SI FL2-ID1381

2850 Middlefield Rd, Unit SI FL2-ID1295

837 Cowper St, Unit SI FL2-ID1289

535 Everett Ave, Unit SI FL4-ID1230

501 Forest Ave, Unit SI FL5-ID1298
Palo Alto, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Palo Alto?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Palo Alto Studio Apartments | $3,025 | $1,708 | $5,289 |
| Palo Alto 1 Bedroom Apartments | $4,146 | $1,185 | $8,790 |
| Palo Alto 2 Bedroom Apartments | $5,326 | $2,695 | $10,000+ |
| Palo Alto 3 Bedroom Apartments | $7,422 | $4,075 | $10,000+ |
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Palo Alto Overview
Palo Alto translates to “Tall Tree” and certainly lives up to its name. Between San Francisco and San Jose it’s 70,000 residents enjoy beautiful weather, a thriving culture and easy links to the entire Bay Area. Known as the birthplace of Silicon Valley a Palo Alto apartment comes with not only an amazing history, but a bright future.
What is the history of Palo Alto?
Though the city itself was founded in 1894 the history of the Palo Alto area goes back all the way to 1769. Home to the Stanford University campus it is a city that treasures its history, recently proclaiming a large area of downtown a local Heritage District.
How is the weather in Palo Alto?
Nestled in the bay area Palo Alto has a wonderful climate with cool winters and warm, dry summers complementing each other nicely without deviating too far from the average year round high of 70 degrees.Don’t forget your umbrella in the winter months but, most importantly, don’t forget to watch the sunset as the fog rolls in for some amazing views.
How do I get around town?
Apartments in Palo Alto have exceptional travel options. With one of the busiest single runway airports in the country and 2 major international airports within 25 miles there’s nowhere better for the eager traveler.
What is the Palo Alto commute like?
Traversed by major highways it is also well served by several bus and rail services but if you want to travel like a local you can’t beat hopping on a bike.
What are the local media outlets?
Palo Alto is at the center of silicon valley and the cultural melting pot that is the Bay Area so there are no shortage of options with all the media of San Francisco and San Jose in easy reach. Nonetheless Palo Alto is well served locally by three regular newspapers, a radio station and several local cable channels.
Why live in Palo Alto, CA?
Palo Alto is a thriving nexus of the finest minds in the country, the most advanced technology and a stunning array of cultural, historical and culinary traditions. There’s nowhere more cutting edge and exciting for the apartment hunter looking for a place that represents the beating heart of the future. That’s before you even consider the amazing natural beauty of the area and the unbelievable weather.
What Palo Alto landmarks should I see?
If you’re looking for landmarks then look no further than the adjacent Stanford University. The world renowned educational institute covers over 8,000 acres between Palo Alto and San Jose. The downtown historical district is also rich with famous buildings and the beautiful Arastradero Preserve is the perfect place to spend one of the plentiful sunny afternoons.
What is there to do around Palo Alto?
Palo Alto wonderfully combines the peace of suburban living with the convenience of big city life. Locally a 15 block pedestrian district bustles with restaurants, cafes and boutiques while just a short drive or train ride away the thriving entertainment scene of San Francisco awaits.
Any annual festivals or Palo Alto events to know?
With the festivals from both nearby San Francisco and San Jose spilling across Palo Alto there’s never not something going on. From quirky parades to world renowned research conventions the event hunter never has to go far to find something of interest.
Where are the nearby vacation spots?
No matter what you are looking for during your leisure time, Palo Alto offers it close by. A day trip to San Francisco will let you visit the famous Alcatraz and take in the rest of the amazing city. Or if you’re looking for something closer to nature, the beauty of the Californian redwood forests await in almost every direction.
Where is the best place to move in Palo Alto?
Palo Alto has neighborhoods as varied as you would expect from a Bay city. Barron Park gives the relaxed apartment hunter a peaceful neighborhood to cycle under the trees while the energetic go-getter jogs around the walkways of downtown.
Palo Alto, CAPopulation: 66,666
Ranked #554
in US Census Population by City
Best Local Schools in Palo Alto, CA
Juana Briones Elementary
Jane Lathrop Stanford Middle
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Frequently Asked Questions about Palo Alto
How much are Studio apartments in Palo Alto?
There are currently 697 Studio Apartments in Palo Alto with rent ranges from $1,708 to $5,289 with an average price of $3,025.
What is the current price range for One Bedroom Palo Alto Apartments for rent?
Today's rental pricing for One Bedroom Apartments in Palo Alto ranges from $1,185 to $8,790 with an average monthly rent of $4,146.
What does renting a Two Bedroom Apartment in Palo Alto cost?
The monthly rent prices of Two Bedroom Apartments currently available in Palo Alto range from $2,695 to $11,689. Today's average rental price for Two Bedrooms here is $5,326.
How expensive are Palo Alto Three Bedroom Apartments?
There are currently 189 Three Bedroom Apartments listings available in Palo Alto on ApartmentHomeLiving.com. The pricing ranges from $4,075 to $17,189 - averaging $7,422 for the location.
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