3 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in Palo Alto, CA (158 Rentals)

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126-130 Seale Ave
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126-130 Seale Ave

126-130 Seale AvePalo Alto, CA 94301
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Birch Plaza
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Birch Plaza

2650 Birch StPalo Alto, CA 94306
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453 Hawthorne Ave
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453 Hawthorne Ave

453 Hawthorne AvePalo Alto, CA 94301
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University Terrace
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University Terrace

1501 S California AvePalo Alto, CA 94304
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3109 Ross Rd
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3109 Ross Rd

3109 Ross RdPalo Alto, CA 94303
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487 James Rd
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487 James Rd

487 James RdPalo Alto, CA 94306
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Palo Alto Gardens
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Palo Alto Gardens

630-650 San Antonio RdPalo Alto, CA 94306
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Vi At Palo Alto
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Vi At Palo Alto

620 Sand Hill RdPalo Alto, CA 94304
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Ferne Apartments
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Ferne Apartments

101 Ferne AvePalo Alto, CA 94306
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408 Leland Ave
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408 Leland Ave

408 Leland AvePalo Alto, CA 94306
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643 Channing Ave
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643 Channing Ave

643 Channing AvePalo Alto, CA 94301
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175 Tennyson Ave
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175 Tennyson Ave

175 Tennyson AvePalo Alto, CA 94301
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674-678 Homer Ave
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674-678 Homer Ave

674-678 Homer AvePalo Alto, CA 94301
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331 Poe St
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331 Poe St

331 Poe StPalo Alto, CA 94301
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170 Waverly St
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170 Waverly St

170 Waverly StPalo Alto, CA 94301
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657 Channing Ave
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657 Channing Ave

657 Channing AvePalo Alto, CA 94301

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628 Forest Ave
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628 Forest Ave

628 Forest AvePalo Alto, CA 94301
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169 Waverley St
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169 Waverley St

169 Waverley StPalo Alto, CA 94301
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660 Forest Ave
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660 Forest Ave

660 Forest AvePalo Alto, CA 94301
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800 High Street
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800 High Street

800 High StPalo Alto, CA 94301

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Palo Alto 3 Bedroom Apartment Units with Current Availability by Neighborhood

Availability Confirmed As of: July 09, 2025

There are currently 10 available 3 Bedroom apartment units in Palo Alto, CA neighborhoods that range in price from $5,095 to $6,500. Heres is today's list of the top neighborhoods in Palo Alto with the most available 3 Bedroom apartments:

NeighborhoodAvailable UnitsMedian PriceMin Price
Duveneck St Francis8$5,980$5,095
Midtown Palo Alto2$6,097$5,095

Largest Available Palo Alto 3 Bedroom Apartments

The largest available 3 Bedroom apartment unit in Palo Alto, CA is found at Park Plaza in the Duveneck neighborhood and is 1,485 square feet priced from $5,500. Briarwood Manor in the Pine Forest neighborhood has the second largest 3 Bedroom, which is sized at 1,450 square feet and currently listed start at $4,500. Here is today’s list of the largest available 3 Bedroom units in Palo Alto:

Apartment ListingModel NameSquare FootagePriced From
Park Plaza3BR1,485 Sq Ft$5,500
Briarwood Manor3 bedroom ; 2 bath1,450 Sq Ft$4,500
Avelle3A1,443 Sq Ft$7,050
The Shadows ApartmentsF1,325 Sq Ft$5,595
Midtown Apartments3-Bedrooms, 2-Bathrooms1,120 Sq Ft$3,995
Parker Palo AltoThree Bedroom Two Bathroom1,043 Sq Ft$5,095

Cheapest Available Palo Alto 3 Bedroom Apartments

As of July 09, 2025 the lowest priced 3 Bedroom apartment unit in Palo Alto, CA is the 3-Bedrooms, 2-Bathrooms Model starting from $3,995 at Midtown Apartments in the Duveneck neighborhood. The second most affordable Palo Alto 3 Bedroom is the 3 bedroom ; 2 bath Model at Briarwood Manor starting at $4,500 in the Pine Forest neighborhood. The average price for all 3 Bedroom apartments in Palo Alto is currently $5,934. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available 3 Bedroom options in Palo Alto:

Apartment ListingModel NamePriced From
Midtown Apartments3-Bedrooms, 2-Bathrooms$3,995
Briarwood Manor3 bedroom ; 2 bath$4,500
Parker Palo AltoThree Bedroom Two Bathroom$5,095
Park Plaza3BR$5,500
The Shadows ApartmentsF$5,595
Avelle3B$6,755

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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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Palo Alto, CA

Ranked #69

Among cities in California for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

2.5
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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

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A few nearby public transportation options

Frequently Asked Questions about 3 Bedroom Palo Alto Apartments

What is the Cheapest apartment in Palo Alto with 3 Bedroom?

Currently the most affordable 3 Bedroom in Palo Alto is at Midtown Apartments listed at $3,995.

How much is the average rent for a 3 Bedroom Palo Alto Apartment?

The average rent for a 3 Bedroom Apartment in Palo Alto is $5,934.

What is the largest available 3 Bedroom Palo Alto Apartment for rent?

Today's apartment with the most square footage in Palo Alto is a 1,485 square feet unit starting from $5,500 at Park Plaza.

What is the average size for Palo Alto 3 Bedroom Apartments for rent?

The average size for a 3 Bedroom rental in Palo Alto is currently 1,619 sq ft.

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