Studio Apartments for Rent in Palo Alto, CA (135 Rentals)

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488 James Rd
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488 James Rd

488 James RdPalo Alto, CA 94306
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542 Forest Ave
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542 Forest Ave

542 Forest AvePalo Alto, CA 94301
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The Palomino
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The Palomino

2755 El Camino RealPalo Alto, CA 94306

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Arbora Palo Alto
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Arbora Palo Alto

585 Hamilton AvePalo Alto, CA 94301
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235 Emerson St
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235 Emerson St

235 Emerson StPalo Alto, CA 94301
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189 Cowper St
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189 Cowper St

189 Cowper StPalo Alto, CA 94301
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948 Ramona St
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948 Ramona St

948 Ramona StPalo Alto, CA 94301
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219 Ramona St
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219 Ramona St

219 Ramona StPalo Alto, CA 94301
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141-143 Alma St
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141-143 Alma St

141-143 Alma StPalo Alto, CA 94301

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1550 Cowper St
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1550 Cowper St

1550 Cowper StPalo Alto, CA 94301
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281 Addison Ave
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281 Addison Ave

281 Addison AvePalo Alto, CA 94301
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Alma Apartments
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Alma Apartments

3317 Alma StPalo Alto, CA 94306
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738 Cowper St
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738 Cowper St

738 Cowper StPalo Alto, CA 94301

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1027 Bryant St
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1027 Bryant St

1027 Bryant StPalo Alto, CA 94301
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Alma Place
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Alma Place

725-753 Alma StPalo Alto, CA 94301
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332 Forest Ave
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332 Forest Ave

332 Forest AvePalo Alto, CA 94301
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Stevenson House
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Stevenson House

455 E Charleston RdPalo Alto, CA 94306
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The Palo Alto
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The Palo Alto

101 Alma StPalo Alto, CA 94301
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Mayfield Manor
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Mayfield Manor

408 Grant AvePalo Alto, CA 94306
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730 Cowper St
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730 Cowper St

730 Cowper StPalo Alto, CA 94301

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Palo Alto Studio Apartment Units with Current Availability by Neighborhood

Availability Confirmed As of: June 30, 2025

There are currently 30 available Studio apartment units in Palo Alto, CA neighborhoods that range in price from $1,433 to $4,137. Heres is today's list of the top neighborhoods in Palo Alto with the most available Studio apartments:

NeighborhoodAvailable UnitsMedian PriceMin Price
Duveneck St Francis30$1,830$1,433

Largest Available Palo Alto Studio Apartments

The largest available Studio apartment unit in Palo Alto, CA is found at Rowe at Pear Village in the Bedford Square neighborhood and is 692 square feet priced from $3,665. Landsby in the Old Los Altos neighborhood has the second largest Studio, which is sized at 655 square feet and currently listed start at $3,708. Here is today’s list of the largest available Studio units in Palo Alto:

Apartment ListingModel NameSquare FootagePriced From
Rowe at Pear Village1A692 Sq Ft$3,665
LandsbyS-8655 Sq Ft$3,708
SevensS2577 Sq Ft$3,663
Palo Alto Plaza ApartmentsJunior530 Sq Ft$3,070
Del Medio ManorStudio 520sqft520 Sq Ft$2,300
Woodland Arms500 Sq Ft$2,275
Woodland ParkStudio468 Sq Ft$1,700
Hawthorne ApartmentsStudio450 Sq Ft$1,950
Park PlaceNorth Studio A433 Sq Ft$3,172
MadronePlan STC418 Sq Ft$3,062

Cheapest Available Palo Alto Studio Apartments

As of June 30, 2025 the lowest priced Studio apartment unit in Palo Alto, CA is the Studio Model starting from $1,700 at Woodland Park in the Duveneck neighborhood. The second most affordable Palo Alto Studio is the Studio Model at Hawthorne Apartments starting at $1,950 . The average price for all Studio apartments in Palo Alto is currently $2,845. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available Studio options in Palo Alto:

Apartment ListingModel NamePriced From
Woodland ParkStudio$1,700
Hawthorne ApartmentsStudio$1,950
Surrey HouseUnit 6$2,250
Del Medio ManorStudio 520sqft$2,300
Ananda CommunityStudio$2,500
MadronePlan STC$3,062
Palo Alto Plaza ApartmentsJunior$3,070
Park PlaceNorth Studio A$3,172
SevensS1.1$3,477

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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.

Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Palo Alto, CA

Ranked #69

Among cities in California for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

2.5
Pet Friendly

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Getting Around Palo Alto, CA

Walk Score®

76 / 100

Very Walkable

Most errands can be accomplished on foot

Bike Score®

94 / 100

Biker's Paradise

Daily errands can be accomplished on a bike

Transit Score®

41 / 100

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A few nearby public transportation options

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 $1,700.

How much is the average rent for a Studio Palo Alto Apartment?

The average rent for a Studio Apartment in Palo Alto is $2,845.

What is the largest available Studio Palo Alto Apartment for rent?

Today's apartment with the most square footage in Palo Alto is a 692 square feet unit starting from $3,665 at Rowe at Pear Village.

What is the average size for Palo Alto Studio Apartments for rent?

The average size for a Studio rental in Palo Alto is currently 479 sq ft.

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Roommate Matching: Finding the Right Fit and Avoiding Pitfalls

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