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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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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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391 College Ave
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391 College Ave

391 College AvePalo Alto, CA 94306
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169 Waverley St
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169 Waverley St

169 Waverley StPalo Alto, CA 94301
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Palo Alto 1 Bedroom Apartment Units with Current Availability by Neighborhood

Availability Confirmed As of: January 02, 2026

There are currently 63 available 1 Bedroom apartment units in Palo Alto, CA neighborhoods that range in price from $1,900 to $5,589. 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 Francis56$2,970$1,900
Midtown Palo Alto7$2,995$2,745

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 . Sevens in the Old Los Altos neighborhood has the second largest 1 Bedroom, which is sized at 928 square feet and currently listed start at $4,559. Here is today’s list of the largest available 1 Bedroom units in Palo Alto:

Apartment ListingModel NameSquare FootagePriced From
Seven OaksK936 Sq FtCall for Rates
SevensA10928 Sq Ft$4,559
Hawthorne Apartments1 Bedroom 1 Bath Large900 Sq Ft$5,000
100 MoffettPlan 1U870 Sq Ft$4,783
MV ApartmentsTeak862 Sq Ft$4,230
Rowe at Pear Village1B804 Sq Ft$4,030
Birch CreekPlan A2800 Sq Ft$3,039
Garden Oaks Apartments1 Bedroom800 Sq Ft$2,950
Woodland Park1-1 Apartment387 Sq Ft$2,248

Cheapest Available Palo Alto 1 Bedroom Apartments

As of January 02, 2026 the lowest priced 1 Bedroom apartment unit in Palo Alto, CA is the 1-1 Apartment Model starting from $2,248 at Woodland Park in the Duveneck neighborhood. The second most affordable Palo Alto 1 Bedroom is the 2747 - 1 Bedroom Model at Del Medio Garden Apartments starting at $2,300 in the San Antonio neighborhood. The average price for all 1 Bedroom apartments in Palo Alto is currently $3,921. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available 1 Bedroom options in Palo Alto:

Apartment ListingModel NamePriced From
Woodland Park1-1 Apartment$2,248
Del Medio Garden Apartments2747 - 1 Bedroom$2,300
Surrey HouseUnit 10$2,395
Escape Apartments1 Bed 1 Bath$2,415
The Laurel at Mountain View (55+)1 Bedroom$2,450
All Single Story Apartment CommunitySingle-Story 1 BR Apt - No Shared Hallways - Pr...$2,495
Stanford Garden ApartmentsWonderful 1 Bedroom Close to Everything!$2,495
Verandas Apartments1x1$2,495
The Camille Apartments1 Beds, 1 Baths$2,595

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Don't Settle: How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

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The Ultimate Long-Distance Moving Checklist: Tips from a Real Estate Pro

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Cash or credit? Understanding the Importance of Credit Score in Real Estate and Renting

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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.

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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 Woodland Park listed at $2,248.

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 $3,921.

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 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 754 sq ft.

Expert Rental Resources

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How to Make Your Apartment Holiday-Ready: Renter-Friendly Tips

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Renting with Roommates: Realistic Expectations for Shared Lease

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Apartment Common Area Rules: What Renters Need to Know

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