Studio Apartments for Rent in Palo Alto, CA (702 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 Acacia
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The Acacia

231 Grant AvePalo Alto, CA 94306
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Oak Creek Apartments
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Oak Creek Apartments

1600 Sand Hill RdPalo Alto, CA 94304
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Arbora Palo Alto
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Arbora Palo Alto

585 Hamilton 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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818 Cowper St
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818 Cowper St

818 Cowper StPalo Alto, CA 94301
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1081 Tanland Dr
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1081 Tanland Dr

1081 Tanland DrPalo Alto, CA 94303
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471 Matadero Ave
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471 Matadero Ave

471 Matadero AvePalo Alto, CA 94306
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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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745 Cowper St
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745 Cowper St

745 Cowper StPalo Alto, CA 94301
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4185 Byron St
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4185 Byron St

4185 Byron StPalo Alto, CA 94306
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831 Kipling St
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831 Kipling St

831 Kipling StPalo Alto, CA 94301
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565 Matadero Ave
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565 Matadero Ave

565 Matadero AvePalo Alto, CA 94306
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168 Waverley St
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168 Waverley St

168 Waverley StPalo Alto, CA 94301

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484-486 James Rd
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484-486 James Rd

484-486 James RdPalo Alto, CA 94306
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3329 Alma St
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3329 Alma St

3329 Alma StPalo Alto, CA 94306
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227 Ramona St
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227 Ramona St

227 Ramona StPalo Alto, CA 94301
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Abitare North
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Abitare North

432-440 High StPalo Alto, CA 94301
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228 Webster St
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228 Webster St

228 Webster StPalo 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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405 Kipling St
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405 Kipling St

405 Kipling StPalo Alto, CA 94301
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2889 Alma St
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2889 Alma St

2889 Alma StPalo Alto, CA 94306
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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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1073 Tanland Dr
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1073 Tanland Dr

1073 Tanland DrPalo Alto, CA 94303
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570 Oxford Ave
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570 Oxford Ave

570 Oxford AvePalo Alto, CA 94306

Palo Alto, CA Local Guide

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Palo Alto Studio Apartment Units with Current Availability by Neighborhood

Availability Confirmed As of: November 01, 2025

There are currently 26 available Studio apartment units in Palo Alto, CA neighborhoods that range in price from $1,650 to $3,897. Heres is today's list of the top neighborhoods in Palo Alto with the most available Studio apartments:

NeighborhoodAvailable UnitsMedian PriceMin Price
Duveneck St Francis26$2,245$1,650

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 $3,830. Sevens has the second largest Studio, which is sized at 577 square feet and currently listed start at $3,550. Here is today’s list of the largest available Studio units in Palo Alto:

Apartment ListingModel NameSquare FootagePriced From
LandsbyS-8655 Sq Ft$3,830
SevensS2577 Sq Ft$3,550
The Camille North ApartmentsStudio555 Sq Ft$2,145
Union Plaza ApartmentsStudio with AC540 Sq Ft$2,450
Palo Alto Plaza ApartmentsJunior530 Sq Ft$3,395
Woodland ArmsUnit 212500 Sq Ft$2,245
Stanford Garden ApartmentsLarge Studio Close to Everything - Private Patio500 Sq Ft$2,245
The Villa Monte Apartments450 Sq Ft$1,995
Mia Palo AltoStudio A443 Sq Ft$3,701
Woodland ParkStudio274 Sq Ft$1,650

Cheapest Available Palo Alto Studio Apartments

As of November 01, 2025 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 Monte Sierra Apartments - Single-Story Studio A... Model at All Single Story Apartment Community starting at $2,095 in the Old Los Altos neighborhood. The average price for all Studio apartments in Palo Alto is currently $2,766. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available Studio options in Palo Alto:

Apartment ListingModel NamePriced From
Woodland ParkStudio$1,650
All Single Story Apartment CommunityMonte Sierra Apartments - Single-Story Studio A...$2,095
The Camille North ApartmentsStudio$2,145
The Laurel at Mountain View (55+)Studio$2,150
Stanford Garden ApartmentsLarge Studio Close to Everything - Private Patio$2,245
Woodland ArmsUnit 314$2,245
Union Plaza ApartmentsStudio with AC$2,450
Palo Alto Plaza ApartmentsJunior$3,395
SevensS2$3,550
LandsbyS-2$3,656

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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 #58

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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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 $2,766.

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 $3,830 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 471 sq ft.

Expert Rental Resources

Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

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Apartment Common Area Rules: What Renters Need to Know

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

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How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Everything is a negotiation in real estate! 

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