
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Palo Alto, CA from $1,100 with Utilities Included (46 Rentals)
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Cheap Apartments in Palo Alto.


Woodland Arms

Hawthorne Apartments

Merrilee Terrace Apartments

Stanford Villa

The Acacia

488 James Rd

The Chalet at Curtner

Chestnut Avenue Apartments
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Parksquare Apartments

Wilkie Court Apartments

Hawthorne Gardens

242 Curtner Ave

577 Vista Ave

Oak Creek Apartments

1051-1077 Middlefield Rd

Royal Arms Apartments

Alma Street Apartments
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Park Square Apartments

Del Medio Manor

Surrey House

Stanford Garden Apartments

Hidden Garden Apartments

Fayette Townhouse Apartments

Woodview Apartments

Del Medio Garden Apartments

Mountain View Town Center I & II Apartments
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Aviana Apartments

Kentfield Apartments

120 Granada Dr

Paulson Park

The Capri Apartments

Villa De Wright Apartments

Washington Square Apartments

Mountain View Place

1638 Latham St
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Ednamary Apartments

The Arbors at Mountain View Apartments

Menlo Oaks Apartments

The Redwoods

Live Oak Ave

Ananda Community

2010 San Ramon Apartments

Rich Avenue Apartments

124 Buckthorn Way
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Alpine
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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Palo Alto?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Palo Alto Studio Apartments | $2,948 | $1,675 | $4,494 |
| Palo Alto 1 Bedroom Apartments | $4,240 | $1,185 | $8,388 |
| Palo Alto 2 Bedroom Apartments | $5,560 | $2,795 | $10,000+ |
| Palo Alto 3 Bedroom Apartments | $6,501 | $3,540 | $10,000+ |
| Palo Alto 4 Bedroom Apartments | $13,850 | $10,000 | $10,000+ |
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Palo Alto, CAPopulation: 66,666
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Best Local Schools in Palo Alto, CA
Juana Briones Elementary
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Palo Alto Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Palo Alto?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Palo Alto is at Woodland Park listed at $1,675.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Palo Alto Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Palo Alto Apartment is $1,925 at Woodland Park.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Palo Alto Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Palo Alto is starting from $2,800 at Woodland Park.
What is the most affordable Palo Alto Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Palo Alto Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Woodland Park and starts from $3,540.
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Helpful Local Expert Guides

A Local Expert's Guide to the Top 10 Best Affordable Neighborhoods for Renters in San Jose
Written by: Shannon Hilson
If you’ve spent much time in San Jose, you’ve likely heard it referred to as “the capital of Silicon Valley” a time or two, and with good reason. San Jose has it all when it comes to the modern California lifestyle and then some.

Beyond Campus: Finding Your Perfect San Jose Student Apartment and Neighborhood
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Sunny San Jose is so much more than just an incredible place to go to school, get an education, and prepare for the next chapter of your life.

Living and Working in San Jose: A Local Experts Guide to the Best Neighborhoods to Rent Near San Joses Top Employers
Written by: Shannon Hilson
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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Pet-Friendly Renting: Everything You Need to Know Before You Move
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For so many of us, pets are the best companions and a big part of our lives. For this reason, a pet-friendly house or apartment is often a very important - and nonnegotiable - part of a move.

Creative Ways Developers Reimagine Retail Spaces as Residential Units
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Adaptive reuse is when a commercial property is converted and repurposed. The real estate industry has embraced a growing number of these projects.

Neighborhood and Market Insights: How to Choose the Right Area to Rent
Written by: Robin Stewart
Apartment-hunting can be a gargantuan task. Renters have a wish list of items—some luxuries, some necessities—but finding what you seek in the right place is perhaps the most important part of the journey.