Studio Apartments for Rent in Palo Alto, CA (709 Rentals)

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227 Ramona St
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227 Ramona St

227 Ramona StPalo 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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220 Curtner Ave
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220 Curtner Ave

220 Curtner AvePalo Alto, CA 94306
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444 Ventura Ave
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444 Ventura Ave

444 Ventura AvePalo Alto, CA 94306
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1836 bayshore Rd
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1836 bayshore Rd

1836 bayshore RdPalo Alto, CA 94303
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552 Everett Ave
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552 Everett Ave

552 Everett AvePalo Alto, CA 94301
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730 Cowper St
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730 Cowper St

730 Cowper StPalo Alto, CA 94301
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446 Forest Ave
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446 Forest Ave

446 Forest AvePalo Alto, CA 94301

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The Palo Alto
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The Palo Alto

101 Alma StPalo Alto, CA 94301
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408 Leland Ave
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408 Leland Ave

408 Leland AvePalo Alto, CA 94306
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Lamplighter
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Lamplighter

275 Ventura AvePalo Alto, CA 94306
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1914 Cooley Ave
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1914 Cooley Ave

1914 Cooley AvePalo Alto, CA 94303
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2533 Alma St
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2533 Alma St

2533 Alma StPalo Alto, CA 94301

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461 Wilton Ave
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461 Wilton Ave

461 Wilton AvePalo Alto, CA 94306
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2885 Alma St
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2885 Alma St

2885 Alma StPalo Alto, CA 94306
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4190 Byron St
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4190 Byron St

4190 Byron StPalo Alto, CA 94306
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Altaire
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Altaire

3901 Fabian WayPalo Alto, CA 94303

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1077 Tanland Dr
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1077 Tanland Dr

1077 Tanland DrPalo Alto, CA 94303
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2882 Williams St
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2882 Williams St

2882 Williams StPalo Alto, CA 94306
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327 Webster St
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327 Webster St

327 Webster StPalo Alto, CA 94301
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400 Ventura Ave
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400 Ventura Ave

400 Ventura AvePalo Alto, CA 94306
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3553 Alma Street
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3553 Alma Street

3553 Alma StPalo Alto, CA 94306
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1083 Tanland Dr
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1083 Tanland Dr

1083 Tanland DrPalo Alto, CA 94303

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Palo Alto Studio Apartment Units with Current Availability by Neighborhood

Availability Confirmed As of: December 19, 2025

There are currently 47 available Studio apartment units in Palo Alto, CA neighborhoods that range in price from $1,650 to $3,821. Heres is today's list of the top neighborhoods in Palo Alto with the most available Studio apartments:

NeighborhoodAvailable UnitsMedian PriceMin Price
Duveneck St Francis46$2,345$1,650
Midtown Palo Alto1$2,445$2,445

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 $3,368. Stanford Villa in the Duveneck neighborhood has the second largest Studio, which is sized at 590 square feet and currently listed start at $2,675. Here is today’s list of the largest available Studio units in Palo Alto:

Apartment ListingModel NameSquare FootagePriced From
LandsbyS-8655 Sq Ft$3,368
Stanford VillaStudio590 Sq Ft$2,675
SevensS2577 Sq Ft$3,520
The Camille North ApartmentsStudio555 Sq Ft$2,145
Union Plaza ApartmentsStudio with AC540 Sq Ft$2,450
Palo Alto Plaza ApartmentsJunior530 Sq Ft$3,295
Layne Court ApartmentsStudio505 Sq Ft$2,445
Woodland ParkStudio503 Sq Ft$1,650
Woodland ArmsUnit 212500 Sq Ft$2,095

Cheapest Available Palo Alto Studio Apartments

As of December 19, 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 Upstairs Studio Model at Kentfield Apartments starting at $1,695 in the Old Los Altos neighborhood. The average price for all Studio apartments in Palo Alto is currently $2,772. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available Studio options in Palo Alto:

Apartment ListingModel NamePriced From
Woodland ParkStudio$1,650
Kentfield ApartmentsUpstairs Studio$1,695
The Villa Monte ApartmentsStudio$1,895
The Chalet at CurtnerCabin$1,950
Woodland ArmsUnit 314$2,095
All Single Story Apartment CommunityMonte Sierra Apartments - Single-Story Studio A...$2,095
Stanford Garden ApartmentsLarge Studio Close to Everything - Private Patio$2,145
The Camille North ApartmentsStudio$2,145
The Laurel at Mountain View (55+)Studio$2,400
Layne Court ApartmentsStudio$2,445

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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 $2,772.

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 $3,368 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 479 sq ft.

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How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

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