
Studio Apartments for Rent in Palo Alto, CA (703 Rentals)


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345 Forest St

227 Ramona St

Palo Alto Redwoods

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408 Leland Ave

1836 bayshore Rd

Mitchell Park Place

3225 El Camino Real

3001 El Camino Real

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4173 El Camino Real

The Avant at Palo Alto Commons

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446 Forest Ave
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730 Cowper St

444 Ventura Ave

552 Everett Ave

220 Curtner Ave

530-540 Hawthorne Ave

457-481 Forest Ave

2885 Alma St

181 El Carmelo Ave

4190 Byron St
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Altaire

1077 Tanland Dr

4148-4150 Byron St

3040-3048 Emerson St

463-465 Addison Ave

320-322 Curtner Ave

3321-3325 Alma St

144 El Camino Real St

1914 Cooley Ave

2533 Alma St
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271-281 Curtner Ave

3121-3129 Alma St

809--823 Cowper St

2882 Williams St

327 Webster St

2745-2757 Alma St

1083 Tanland Dr

2857-2863 Alma St

400 Ventura Ave

3553 Alma Street
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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 Studio Apartments | $3,041 | $1,700 | $4,528 |
| Palo Alto 1 Bedroom Apartments | $4,310 | $1,185 | $8,438 |
| Palo Alto 2 Bedroom Apartments | $5,869 | $2,795 | $10,000+ |
| Palo Alto 3 Bedroom Apartments | $6,615 | $3,600 | $10,000+ |
| Palo Alto 4 Bedroom Apartments | $13,850 | $10,000 | $10,000+ |
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Palo Alto Studio Apartment Units with Current Availability by Neighborhood
Availability Confirmed As of: July 27, 2026There are currently 12 available Studio apartment units in Palo Alto, CA neighborhoods that range in price from $1,700 to $3,726. Heres is today's list of the top neighborhoods in Palo Alto with the most available Studio apartments:
| Neighborhood | Available Units | Median Price | Min Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Duveneck St Francis | 12 | $2,395 | $1,700 |
Largest Available Palo Alto Studio Apartments
The largest available Studio apartment unit in Palo Alto, CA is found at Landsby in the Old Los Altos neighborhood and is 655 square feet priced from $4,309. Sevens has the second largest Studio, which is sized at 564 square feet and currently listed start at $3,786. Here is today’s list of the largest available Studio units in Palo Alto:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Square Footage | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Landsby | S-8 | 655 Sq Ft | $4,309 |
| Sevens | S1.1 | 564 Sq Ft | $3,786 |
| The Camille North Apartments | Studio | 555 Sq Ft | $2,145 |
| Union Plaza Apartments | Studio with AC | 550 Sq Ft | $2,550 |
| Palo Alto Plaza Apartments | Junior | 530 Sq Ft | $3,645 |
| Woodland Arms | Unit 104 | 500 Sq Ft | $2,295 |
| Stanford Garden Apartments | Large Studio Close to Everything - Private Patio | 500 Sq Ft | $2,395 |
| Mountain View Town Center I & II Apartments | Building 2 - Studio | 500 Sq Ft | $2,395 |
| Park Rich Apartments | Studio | 341 Sq Ft | $2,395 |
| Woodland Park | Studio | 274 Sq Ft | $1,650 |
Cheapest Available Palo Alto Studio Apartments
As of July 27, 2026 the lowest priced Studio apartment unit in Palo Alto, CA is the Studio Model starting from $1,650 at Woodland Park in the Duveneck neighborhood. The second most affordable Palo Alto Studio is the Studio Model at The Camille North Apartments starting at $2,145 in the Old Los Altos neighborhood. The average price for all Studio apartments in Palo Alto is currently $3,041. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available Studio options in Palo Alto:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Priced From |
|---|---|---|
| Woodland Park | Studio | $1,650 |
| The Camille North Apartments | Studio | $2,145 |
| Woodland Arms | Unit 104 | $2,295 |
| Stanford Garden Apartments | Large Studio Close to Everything - Private Patio | $2,395 |
| Mountain View Town Center I & II Apartments | Building 2 - Studio | $2,395 |
| Park Rich Apartments | Studio | $2,395 |
| Union Plaza Apartments | Studio with AC | $2,550 |
| Palo Alto Plaza Apartments | Jr-Small | $3,545 |
| Sevens | S1.1 | $3,786 |
| Landsby | S-8 | $4,309 |
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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 Studio Palo Alto Apartments
What is the Cheapest apartment in Palo Alto with Studio?
Currently the most affordable Studio in Palo Alto is at Woodland Park listed at $1,650.
How much is the average rent for a Studio Palo Alto Apartment?
The average rent for a Studio Apartment in Palo Alto is $3,041.
What is the largest available Studio Palo Alto Apartment for rent?
Today's apartment with the most square footage in Palo Alto is a 655 square feet unit starting from $4,309 at Landsby.
What is the average size for Palo Alto Studio Apartments for rent?
The average size for a Studio rental in Palo Alto is currently 490 sq ft.
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