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Living and Working in San Jose: A Local Expert’s Guide to the Best Neighborhoods to Rent Near San Jose’s Top Employers

Find the ideal San Jose neighborhood to rent based on your job and preferred commute. Discover the best local spots and housing options near tech giants.

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$3,360

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$3,360
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Available Jan 1, 2027

820 Kipling St

Palo AltoCA94301
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2711 Alma Street
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2711 Alma Street

2711 Alma StPalo Alto, CA 94306

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The Acacia
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The Acacia

231 Grant AvePalo Alto, CA 94306
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Villa Toscana
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Villa Toscana

272-290 Everett AvePalo Alto, CA 94301
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1755 Alma St
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1755 Alma St

1755 Alma StPalo Alto, CA 94301
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2595 Alma St
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2595 Alma St

2595 Alma StPalo Alto, CA 94301
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825 Cowper St
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825 Cowper St

825 Cowper StPalo Alto, CA 94301
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260 College Ave
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260 College Ave

260 College AvePalo Alto, CA 94306

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Palo Alto 1 Bedroom Apartment Units with Current Availability by Neighborhood

Availability Confirmed As of: August 23, 2026

There are currently 20 available 1 Bedroom apartment units in Palo Alto, CA neighborhoods that range in price from $2,208 to $5,420. 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 Francis16$3,861$2,208
Midtown Palo Alto4$3,662$3,395

Largest Available Palo Alto 1 Bedroom Apartments

The largest available 1 Bedroom apartment unit in Palo Alto, CA is found at Woodland Park in the Duveneck neighborhood and is 953 square feet priced from $2,348. Sevens in the Old Los Altos neighborhood has the second largest 1 Bedroom, which is sized at 926 square feet and currently listed start at $4,838. Here is today’s list of the largest available 1 Bedroom units in Palo Alto:

Apartment ListingModel NameSquare FootagePriced From
Woodland Park1x1953 Sq Ft$2,348
SevensA4.2926 Sq Ft$4,838
Landsby1P888 Sq Ft$5,154
Rowe at Pear Village1B804 Sq Ft$4,563
Birch CreekPlan A2800 Sq Ft$3,590
MV ApartmentsTeak781 Sq Ft$4,666
VerveOne Bedroom A1C780 Sq Ft$3,939
Parker Palo AltoOne Bedroom One Bathroom779 Sq Ft$3,495
The Dean1G775 Sq Ft$4,681
Union Plaza ApartmentsNo Availability550 Sq Ft$2,450

Cheapest Available Palo Alto 1 Bedroom Apartments

As of August 23, 2026 the lowest priced 1 Bedroom apartment unit in Palo Alto, CA is the Plan 1A Model starting from $1,950 at REALM APARTMENTS in the West Atherton neighborhood. The second most affordable Palo Alto 1 Bedroom is the 1 Bedroom Model at The Laurel at Mountain View (55+) starting at $2,300 in the Old Los Altos neighborhood. The average price for all 1 Bedroom apartments in Palo Alto is currently $4,313. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available 1 Bedroom options in Palo Alto:

Apartment ListingModel NamePriced From
REALM APARTMENTSPlan 1A$1,950
The Laurel at Mountain View (55+)1 Bedroom$2,300
Woodland Park1x1$2,348
Surrey HouseUnit 10$2,395
Coleman Arms1x1$2,405
Union Plaza ApartmentsNo Availability$2,450
390 Everett Ave5R$2,500
Chestnut Avenue ApartmentsRemodeled Jr. One Bedroom$2,795
The Camille North Apartments1 Beds, 1 Baths$2,895
Fayette Townhouse Apartments1 BR with YARD$2,895

Beyond Campus: Finding Your Perfect San Jose Apartment in the Perfect Student Friendly Neighborhood

Going to college in San Jose? Our local expert gives you the inside scoop on the best neighborhoods to live near Near SJSU, SCU, SJCC, and EVC

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From the letter A all the way to the letter Z, the Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary from the content team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provides our visitors and shoppers with a little clarity and helpful guidance in navigating the real estate world through definitions and explainers for the top subjects and terms that someone may come across during the leasing, buying, or selling process.

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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, CA
Population: 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 REALM APARTMENTS listed at $1,950.

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 $4,313.

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 953 square feet unit starting from $2,348 at Woodland Park.

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 957 sq ft.

Expert Rental Resources

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San Jose is absolutely one of those places where your zip code and your job eventually wind up in a very serious relationship.

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