
Pet Friendly Apartments for Rent in Palo Alto, CA (241 Rentals)
Apartments for rent in Palo Alto that love your dogs or cats as much as you do!


Parker Palo Alto

347-367 Everett Ave

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Tan Plaza Apartments

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Terman

Hawthorne Apartments

Hawthorne Apartments

2733 Bryant St

315 Hawthorne Ave, Unit GO FL2-ID2008
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2721 Midtown Ct, Unit GO FL2-ID1895

2850 Middlefield Rd, Unit GO FL2-ID1259

565 Arastradero Rd, Unit SI FL2-ID1256

715 Everett Ave, Unit SI FL2-ID2141

801 Middlefield Rd, Unit SI FL2-ID2094

715 Everett Ave, Unit SI FL1-ID1752

565 Arastradero Rd, Unit SI FL3-ID275

325 Hawthorne Ave, Unit SI FL2-ID2012

747 Layne Ct, Unit SI FL2-ID1861

251 Middlefield Rd, Unit SI FL0-ID1793
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2721 Midtown Ct, Unit SI FL1-ID1868

926 Webster St, Unit SI FL2-ID1651

715 Everett Ave, Unit SI FL1-ID1762

715 Everett Ave, Unit SI FL1-ID1763

801 Middlefield Rd, Unit SI FL1-ID1711

920 Webster St, Unit SI FL1-ID1650

2850 Middlefield Rd, Unit SI FL2-ID1295

345 Sheridan Ave, Unit SI FL3-ID806

328 Bryant St

821 Altaire Walk
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345 Forest St

3733 Carlson Cir

The Acacia

Alta Riviera Apartments

657 Everett Avenue

818 Cowper St

Williams Street Apartments

The Chalet at Curtner

Webster Oak Apartments

Boardwalk Park Place Apartments

Stanford Avenue Apartments

Hawthorne Gardens

Layne Court Apartments

Ramona

Byron St Apartments

Alma Street Apartments

Stanford West Apartments

Royal Arms Apartments

Midtown Apartments

241 Curtner
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 Pet Friendly Studio Apartments | $2,966 | $1,708 | $4,317 |
| Palo Alto Pet Friendly 1 Bedroom Apartments | $4,144 | $1,185 | $8,790 |
| Palo Alto Pet Friendly 2 Bedroom Apartments | $5,284 | $2,695 | $10,000+ |
| Palo Alto Pet Friendly 3 Bedroom Apartments | $7,757 | $4,075 | $10,000+ |
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Most Pet Friendly Neighborhoods in Palo Alto, CA
There are currently 124 Pet Friendly Apartments for Rent in the Palo Alto, CA area. Here is today’s list of the top 2 Pet Friendly neighborhoods for Palo Alto Apartments for rent:
| Neighborhood | Pet Rating | Available Units | Median Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Duveneck St Francis | 4/4 | 49 | $6,890 |
| Midtown Palo Alto | 3/4 | 4 | $7,500 |
Pet Friendliest Palo Alto Apartments for Rent
The Palo Alto Apartment community with the highest ApartmentHomeLiving.com Lifestyle Score for Pet Friendliness is California St Apartments in the Outer Mountain View Los Altos neighborhood with a Pet Friendliness rating of 4 of 4. Southwood Apartments in the Midtown Palo Alto neighborhood ranks second in Pet Friendliness with a score of 4 of 4. Here is today’s list of the most Pet Friendly Palo Alto apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Pet Rating | Neighborhood | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| California St Apartments | 4/4 | Outer Mountain View Los Altos | $2,899 |
| Southwood Apartments | 4/4 | Midtown Palo Alto | $4,000 |
| Parker Palo Alto | 3.8/4 | Midtown Palo Alto | $3,095 |
| The Dean | 3.8/4 | Outer Mountain View Los Altos | $3,944 |
| Sevens | 3.8/4 | Jackson Park | $3,753 |
| Fayette Arms Apartments | 3.6/4 | Outer Mountain View Los Altos | $2,433 |
| Midtown Apartments | 3.6/4 | Midtown Palo Alto | $3,245 |
| 347-367 Everett Ave | 3.6/4 | Downtown Palo Alto | $2,995 |
| Rowe at Pear Village | 3.6/4 | Outer Mountain View Los Altos | $3,688 |
| Atherton Park Forest | 3.4/4 | Lindenwood | $3,200 |
Cheapest Pet Friendly Apartment Rentals in Palo Alto, CA
The lowest priced Palo Alto apartment at a property that allows pets is the Plan S1 Studio Model at Maplewood Apartments in the Old Los Altos neighborhood starting from $2,605. The second cheapest Palo Alto Pet Friendly apartment is the 1BR/1.0BA Model at California St Apartments, which is a 1 Bed starting at $2,899 in the Old Los Altos neighborhood. Here are the most affordable Pet Friendly Palo Alto apartments.
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Priced From |
|---|---|---|
| Maplewood Apartments | Plan S1 | $2,605 |
| California St Apartments | 1BR/1.0BA | $2,899 |
| 347-367 Everett Ave | 1x1 | $2,995 |
| Parker Palo Alto | One Bedroom One Bathroom | $3,095 |
| Fayette Arms Apartments | Premier 2026 Renovation: One Bedroom, One Bathroom | $3,152 |
| Rowe at Pear Village | 1C | $3,688 |
| Sevens | S1a | $3,753 |
| The Dean | A | $3,944 |
| Southwood Apartments | TBD | $4,000 |
| Montrose | Plan 2C | $5,431 |
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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
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Frequently Asked Questions about Pet Friendly Palo Alto Apartments
What is the Cheapest Pet Friendly apartment in Palo Alto?
Currently the most affordable Pet Friendly Apartment in Palo Alto is at 655 Mariposa Avenue Apartments listed at $1,945.
How much is the average rent for a Pet Friendly Palo Alto Apartment?
The average rent for a Pet Friendly Apartment in Palo Alto is $4,092.
What is the largest Pet Friendly Palo Alto Apartment for rent?
Today's Pet Friendly apartment with the most square footage in Palo Alto is a 2,065 square feet unit starting from $4,350 at Six50Live, Menlo Park.
What is the average size for Palo Alto Pet Friendly Apartments for rent?
The average size for a Pet Friendly rental in Palo Alto is currently at 651 sq ft.
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