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The Chalet at Curtner
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The Chalet at Curtner

380 Curtner AvePalo Alto, CA 94306
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431 Dinahs Ct
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431 Dinahs Ct

431 Dinahs CtPalo Alto, CA 94306
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Ramona
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Ramona

3440 Ramona StPalo Alto, CA 94306
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Hawthorne Gardens
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Hawthorne Gardens

221-237 Hawthorne AvePalo Alto, CA 94301
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242 Curtner Ave
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242 Curtner Ave

242 Curtner AvePalo Alto, CA 94306
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Parksquare Apartments
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Parksquare Apartments

4290 Wilkie WayPalo Alto, CA 94306
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542 Forest Ave
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542 Forest Ave

542 Forest AvePalo Alto, CA 94301
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577 Vista Ave
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577 Vista Ave

577 Vista AvePalo Alto, CA 94306
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Palo Alto 1 Bedroom Apartment Units with Current Availability by Neighborhood

Availability Confirmed As of: August 04, 2025

There are currently 65 available 1 Bedroom apartment units in Palo Alto, CA neighborhoods that range in price from $1,847 to $4,762. Heres is today's list of the top neighborhoods in Palo Alto with the most available 1 Bedroom apartments:

NeighborhoodAvailable UnitsMedian PriceMin Price
Duveneck St Francis64$3,547$1,847
Midtown Palo Alto1$3,245$2,745

Largest Available Palo Alto 1 Bedroom Apartments

The largest available 1 Bedroom apartment unit in Palo Alto, CA is found at Sevens in the Old Los Altos neighborhood and is 1,073 square feet priced from $5,465. Montrose has the second largest 1 Bedroom, which is sized at 899 square feet and currently listed start at $4,911. Here is today’s list of the largest available 1 Bedroom units in Palo Alto:

Apartment ListingModel NameSquare FootagePriced From
SevensA111,073 Sq Ft$5,465
MontrosePlan 1N899 Sq Ft$4,911
Landsby1P888 Sq Ft$4,506
HiroPlan 1F877 Sq Ft$4,613
100 MoffettPlan 1R862 Sq Ft$4,382
The TilleryPlan 1P829 Sq Ft$5,051
Birch CreekPlan A2800 Sq Ft$2,815
Garden Oaks Apartments800 Sq Ft$2,950
The Shadows ApartmentsC790 Sq Ft$3,845

Cheapest Available Palo Alto 1 Bedroom Apartments

As of August 04, 2025 the lowest priced 1 Bedroom apartment unit in Palo Alto, CA is the 1-1 Apartment Model starting from $2,173 at Woodland Park in the Duveneck neighborhood. The second most affordable Palo Alto 1 Bedroom is the 1x1 Model at Verandas Apartments starting at $2,395 in the Lindenwood neighborhood. The average price for all 1 Bedroom apartments in Palo Alto is currently $3,930. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available 1 Bedroom options in Palo Alto:

Apartment ListingModel NamePriced From
Woodland Park1-1 Apartment$2,173
Verandas Apartments1x1$2,395
Surrey HouseUnit 10$2,445
The Laurel at Mountain View (55+)1 Bedroom$2,450
Fayette Townhouse Apartments1 BR with YARD$2,495
The Camille North Apartments1 Beds, 1 Baths$2,495
The Camille Apartments1 Beds, 1 Baths$2,595
New Apartment with Premium Features1BR/1.0BA$2,600
Del Medio Garden Apartments2747 - 1 Bedroom$2,650
The Pines ApartmentsRemodeled 1 Bedroom w/Stainless Steel Appliances$2,695

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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.

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.

Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Palo Alto, CA

Ranked #58

Among cities in California for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

2.5
Pet Friendly

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Getting Around Palo Alto, CA

Walk Score®

76 / 100

Very Walkable

Most errands can be accomplished on foot

Bike Score®

94 / 100

Biker's Paradise

Daily errands can be accomplished on a bike

Transit Score®

41 / 100

Some Transit

A few nearby public transportation options

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  • Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
  • Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
  • Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.

Frequently Asked Questions about 1 Bedroom Palo Alto Apartments

What is the Cheapest apartment in Palo Alto with 1 Bedroom?

Currently the most affordable 1 Bedroom in Palo Alto is at Woodland Park listed at $2,173.

How much is the average rent for a 1 Bedroom Palo Alto Apartment?

The average rent for a 1 Bedroom Apartment in Palo Alto is $3,930.

What is the largest available 1 Bedroom Palo Alto Apartment for rent?

Today's apartment with the most square footage in Palo Alto is a 1,073 square feet unit starting from $5,465 at Sevens.

What is the average size for Palo Alto 1 Bedroom Apartments for rent?

The average size for a 1 Bedroom rental in Palo Alto is currently 872 sq ft.

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