
Luxury Apartments for Rent in Palo Alto, CA (318 Rentals)
The most luxurious Apartments in Palo Alto with high-end amenities, features, and finishes.


Union Plaza Apartments

Midtown Apartments

Stanford Villa

347-367 Everett Ave

Parker Palo Alto

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Terman

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Park Plaza

Tan Plaza Apartments

Birch Plaza

411 California Ave

2468 W Bayshore Rd

920 Webster St, Unit SI FL1-ID1650

727 Layne Ct, Unit SI FL2-ID2036

572 Channing Ave, Unit SI FL0-ID1646

715 Everett Ave, Unit SI FL1-ID1752

535 Everett Ave, Unit SI FL4-ID1230
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2850 Middlefield Rd, Unit GO FL2-ID1259

2850 Middlefield Rd, Unit SI FL2-ID1295

822 Kipling St, Unit SI FL2-ID1638

837 Cowper St, Unit SI FL2-ID1289

837 Cowper St, Unit SI FL2-ID1381

329 Hawthorne Ave, Unit SI FL2-ID2013

565 Arastradero Rd, Unit SI FL3-ID706

311 Bryant St

323 Hawthorne Ave, Unit SI FL2-ID2011

2721 Midtown Ct, Unit GO FL1-ID1868
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580 Channing Ave, Unit SI FL1-ID1647

715 Everett Ave, Unit SI FL1-ID1769

565 Arastradero Rd, Unit SI FL3-ID275

569 Addison Ave

2721 Midtown Ct, Unit SI FL2-ID1895

594 Channing Ave, Unit SI FL2-ID2137

596 Channing Ave, Unit SI FL2-ID1649

535 Everett Ave, Unit SI FL3-ID1496

411 College Ave

345 Sheridan Ave, Unit SI FL4-ID2016

747 Layne Ct, Unit SI FL2-ID1861

820 Kipling St

562 Everett Ave

926 Webster St, Unit SI FL2-ID1651

516 Thain Way

2865 Park Blvd, Unit SI FL3-ID729

4201 Ruthelma Ave

715 Everett Ave, Unit SI FL1-ID1763

345 Sheridan Ave, Unit SI FL3-ID806

405 Curtner Ave
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 Luxury Studio Apartments | $3,027 | $1,708 | $4,088 |
| Palo Alto Luxury 1 Bedroom Apartments | $4,054 | $1,185 | $9,084 |
| Palo Alto Luxury 2 Bedroom Apartments | $5,295 | $2,695 | $10,000+ |
| Palo Alto Luxury 3 Bedroom Apartments | $7,315 | $4,075 | $10,000+ |
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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
Best Local Schools in Palo Alto, CA
Juana Briones Elementary
Jane Lathrop Stanford Middle
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Frequently Asked Questions about Palo Alto
How much are Studio apartments in Palo Alto?
There are currently 697 Studio Apartments in Palo Alto with rent ranges from $1,708 to $4,088 with an average price of $3,027.
What is the current price range for One Bedroom Palo Alto Apartments for rent?
Today's rental pricing for One Bedroom Apartments in Palo Alto ranges from $1,185 to $9,084 with an average monthly rent of $4,054.
What does renting a Two Bedroom Apartment in Palo Alto cost?
The monthly rent prices of Two Bedroom Apartments currently available in Palo Alto range from $2,695 to $11,689. Today's average rental price for Two Bedrooms here is $5,295.
How expensive are Palo Alto Three Bedroom Apartments?
There are currently 187 Three Bedroom Apartments listings available in Palo Alto on ApartmentHomeLiving.com. The pricing ranges from $4,075 to $17,339 - averaging $7,315 for the location.
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