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


Woodland Arms

Union Plaza Apartments

535 Everett Ave, Unit SI FL4-ID1230

143 Alma St

227 Ramona St

Palo Alto Redwoods

The Acacia

408 Leland Ave

1836 bayshore Rd
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Mitchell Park Place

3225 El Camino Real

The Palo Alto

4173 El Camino Real

The Avant at Palo Alto Commons

446 Forest Ave

555 Lytton Ave

Lamplighter

730 Cowper St

Garden Studio Apartments
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406-418 Webster St

832 Kipling St

3060-3068 Emerson St

450 Wilton Ave

352 Addison Ave

928 Waverly St

3321-3325 Alma St

457-481 Forest Ave

4190 Byron St

Altaire
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530-540 Hawthorne Ave

1077 Tanland Dr

461 Wilton Ave

3040-3048 Emerson St

463-465 Addison Ave

3796 Park Blvd

2885 Alma St

181 El Carmelo Ave

1914 Cooley Ave

320-322 Curtner Ave
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144 El Camino Real St

2533 Alma St

3121-3129 Alma St

271-281 Curtner Ave

809--823 Cowper St

2882 Williams St

327 Webster St

2745-2757 Alma St

400 Ventura Ave

3553 Alma Street
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 | $2,948 | $1,708 | $4,124 |
| Palo Alto 1 Bedroom Apartments | $4,170 | $1,185 | $8,790 |
| Palo Alto 2 Bedroom Apartments | $5,308 | $2,695 | $10,000+ |
| Palo Alto 3 Bedroom Apartments | $7,749 | $4,075 | $10,000+ |
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Palo Alto Studio Apartment Units with Current Availability by Neighborhood
Availability Confirmed As of: April 28, 2026There are currently 8 available Studio apartment units in Palo Alto, CA neighborhoods that range in price from $1,800 to $4,779. 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 | 8 | $2,813 | $1,800 |
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 $3,765. Sevens has the second largest Studio, which is sized at 577 square feet and currently listed start at $3,983. 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 | $3,765 |
| Sevens | S2 | 577 Sq Ft | $3,983 |
| The Camille North Apartments | Studio | 555 Sq Ft | $2,145 |
| Palo Alto Plaza Apartments | Junior | 530 Sq Ft | $3,095 |
| The Dean | A | 519 Sq Ft | $3,944 |
| Maplewood Apartments | Plan S1 | 516 Sq Ft | $2,605 |
| Park Place | North Studio A | 433 Sq Ft | $3,283 |
| The Laurel at Mountain View (55+) | Studio | 412 Sq Ft | $2,150 |
| The Chalet at Curtner | Cabin | 375 Sq Ft | $2,295 |
| Woodland Park | Studio | 301 Sq Ft | $1,675 |
Cheapest Available Palo Alto Studio Apartments
As of April 28, 2026 the lowest priced Studio apartment unit in Palo Alto, CA is the Studio Model starting from $1,675 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 $2,948. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available Studio options in Palo Alto:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Priced From |
|---|---|---|
| Woodland Park | Studio | $1,675 |
| The Camille North Apartments | Studio | $2,145 |
| The Laurel at Mountain View (55+) | Studio | $2,150 |
| The Chalet at Curtner | Cabin | $2,295 |
| Maplewood Apartments | Plan S1 | $2,605 |
| Palo Alto Plaza Apartments | Junior | $3,095 |
| Park Place | North Studio A | $3,283 |
| Landsby | S-5 | $3,640 |
| Sevens | S1a | $3,753 |
| The Dean | A | $3,944 |
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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 $1,675.
How much is the average rent for a Studio Palo Alto Apartment?
The average rent for a Studio Apartment in Palo Alto is $2,948.
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 $3,765 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 9,710 sq ft.
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