
1 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in Palo Alto, CA (671 Rentals)


Parker Palo Alto

Stanford Villa

Montage Apartments

411 California Ave

347-367 Everett Ave

Midtown Apartments

Tan Plaza Apartments

Mia Palo Alto

Wilton Court
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727 Layne Ct

2721 Midtown Ct

335 Hawthorne Ave

2721 Midtown Ct

715 Everett Ave

565 Arastradero Rd

317 Hawthorne Ave
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345 Sheridan Ave

501 Forest Ave

588 Channing Ave

580 Channing Ave

822 Kipling St

535 Everett Ave

837 Cowper St

837 Cowper St

501 Forest Ave

565 Arastradero Rd
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715 Everett Ave

920 Webster St

302-316 Kipling St

2850 Middlefield Rd

Chestnut Avenue Apartments

Middlefield Apartments

2711 Alma Street

2420 Tasso Street

251-257 Everett Avenue

474-480 Matadero Avenue

101-161 S California Ave

The Acacia

Villa Toscana

Williams Street Apartments

1755 Alma St

825 Cowper St

The Welch Road Apartments

260 College Ave

391 College Ave

169 Waverley St
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 | $3,067 | $1,700 | $7,433 |
Palo Alto 1 Bedroom Apartments | $4,052 | $1,185 | $8,250 |
| Palo Alto 2 Bedroom Apartments | $5,130 | $2,400 | $10,000+ |
| Palo Alto 3 Bedroom Apartments | $6,871 | $4,445 | $10,000+ |
| Palo Alto 4 Bedroom Apartments | $16,581 | $5,500 | $10,000+ |
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Palo Alto 1 Bedroom Apartment Units with Current Availability by Neighborhood
Availability Confirmed As of: February 22, 2026There are currently 3 available 1 Bedroom apartment units in Palo Alto, CA neighborhoods that range in price from $3,095 to $4,190. Heres is today's list of the top neighborhoods in Palo Alto with the most available 1 Bedroom apartments:
| Neighborhood | Available Units | Median Price | Min Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Midtown Palo Alto | 3 | $3,825 | $3,095 |
Largest Available Palo Alto 1 Bedroom Apartments
The largest available 1 Bedroom apartment unit in Palo Alto, CA is found at Seven Oaks in the Stanford University neighborhood and is 936 square feet priced from $3,795. 100 Moffett in the Old Los Altos neighborhood has the second largest 1 Bedroom, which is sized at 870 square feet and currently listed start at $4,464. Here is today’s list of the largest available 1 Bedroom units in Palo Alto:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Square Footage | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Seven Oaks | K | 936 Sq Ft | $3,795 |
| 100 Moffett | Plan 1U | 870 Sq Ft | $4,464 |
| Sevens | A12 | 863 Sq Ft | $4,353 |
| Rowe at Pear Village | 1B | 804 Sq Ft | $4,135 |
| Birch Creek | Plan A2 | 800 Sq Ft | $3,081 |
| The Shadows Apartments | C | 790 Sq Ft | $3,745 |
| Stanford Villa | Camellia | 780 Sq Ft | $2,850 |
| The Dean | 1G | 775 Sq Ft | $4,669 |
| MV Apartments | Elm | 755 Sq Ft | $3,780 |
| Woodland Park | 1x1 | 372 Sq Ft | $2,298 |
Cheapest Available Palo Alto 1 Bedroom Apartments
As of February 22, 2026 the lowest priced 1 Bedroom apartment unit in Palo Alto, CA is the 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom S Model starting from $2,295 at Woodside Place in the Old Los Altos neighborhood. The second most affordable Palo Alto 1 Bedroom is the 1-Bedroom, 1-Bathroom Model at Caltega starting at $2,295 in the North Los Altos neighborhood. The average price for all 1 Bedroom apartments in Palo Alto is currently $4,052. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available 1 Bedroom options in Palo Alto:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Priced From |
|---|---|---|
| Woodside Place | 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom S | $2,295 |
| Caltega | 1-Bedroom, 1-Bathroom | $2,295 |
| Woodland Park | 1x1 | $2,298 |
| The Laurel at Mountain View (55+) | 1 Bedroom | $2,300 |
| All Single Story Apartment Community | Single-Story 1 BR Apt - No Shared Hallways - Pr... | $2,495 |
| Stanford Garden Apartments | Wonderful 1 Bedroom Close to Everything! | $2,495 |
| The Camille Apartments | 1 Beds, 1 Baths | $2,595 |
| 360 Chiquita Renovated 1 Bedroom | 1BR/1.0BA | $2,599 |
| The Camille North Apartments | 1 Beds, 1 Baths | $2,695 |
| Del Medio Manor | One Bedroom 740sqft | $2,750 |
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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.
Palo Alto, CAPopulation: 66,666
Ranked #554
in US Census Population by City
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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 Woodside Place listed at $2,295.
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 $4,052.
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 936 square feet unit starting from $3,795 at Seven Oaks.
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 652 sq ft.
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