
Student Apartments for Rent in Palo Alto, CA (12 Rentals)
Rentals in Palo Alto near campus with by-the-room pricing and amenities for students.


The Welch Road Apartments

745 Stanford Ave

1311 College Ave

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Gardiner Apartments
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241 Santa Teresa Ln

400 El Escarpado

Escondido Village

Hoskins Midrise

1-82 Pearce Mitchell Pl

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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 Student Studio Apartments | $3,071 | $1,708 | $7,338 |
| Palo Alto Student 1 Bedroom Apartments | $4,216 | $1,185 | $9,615 |
| Palo Alto Student 2 Bedroom Apartments | $5,410 | $2,795 | $10,000+ |
| Palo Alto Student 3 Bedroom Apartments | $7,332 | $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
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Frequently Asked Questions about Palo Alto
How much are Studio apartments in Palo Alto?
There are currently 698 Studio Apartments in Palo Alto with rent ranges from $1,675 to $7,338 with an average price of $5,007.
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 $9,615 with an average monthly rent of $4,216.
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 $2,795 to $12,270. Today's average rental price for Two Bedrooms here is $5,410.
How expensive are Palo Alto Three Bedroom Apartments?
There are currently 189 Three Bedroom Apartments listings available in Palo Alto on ApartmentHomeLiving.com. The pricing ranges from $4,075 to $19,916 - averaging $7,332 for the location.
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