
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Community Center Palo Alto Neighborhood of Palo Alto, CA from $1,700 (26 Rentals)
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Community Center Palo Alto, Palo Alto, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Community Center Palo Alto?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Community Center Palo Alto Studio Apartments | $2,451 | $1,700 | $8,525 |
| Community Center Palo Alto 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,104 | $2,200 | $5,830 |
| Community Center Palo Alto 2 Bedroom Apartments | $4,000 | $2,750 | $6,880 |
| Community Center Palo Alto 3 Bedroom Apartments | $5,552 | $4,750 | $7,270 |
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There are currently 26 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Community Center Palo Alto Neighborhood of Palo Alto, CA.
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Cheapest Available Community Center Palo Alto Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Community Center Palo Alto area of San Jose, CA is a Studio unit found at Woodland Park priced from $1,700. Woodland Arms has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $2,145. Here are the most affordable Community Center Palo Alto apartments for rent in San Jose, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Woodland Park | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,700 |
| Woodland Arms | Unit 212 | Studio,1BA | $2,145 |
| Stanford Garden Apartments | Large Studio Close to Everything - Private Patio | Studio,1BA | $2,145 |
| Verandas Apartments | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $2,495 |
| Stanford Villa | Studio | Studio,1BA | $2,660 |
| Parker Palo Alto | One Bedroom One Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $2,895 |
| Layne Court Apartments | 1x1w | 1BR,1BA | $2,945 |
| Garden Oaks Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2,950 |
| Hawthorne Apartments | 2BR/1BA | 2BR,1BA | $2,975 |
| Park Terrace | 1x1 V | 1BR,1BA | $3,050 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Community Center Palo Alto, CA
As of January 16, 2026 the best value apartment in the Community Center Palo Alto area is the $3.84 price per square foot 3BR/2BA Model at Merrilee Terrace Apartments in the in the Ventura neighborhood starting from $4,995. The second greatest value Community Center Palo Alto apartment is the Unit 2A Model at Park Plaza starting at $4,200 with a $3.62 price per square foot in the Duveneck neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Community Center Palo Alto apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Merrilee Terrace Apartments | 3BR/2BA | 3BR,2BA | $3.84 |
| Park Plaza | Unit 2A | 2BR,2BA | $3.62 |
| Hawthorne Apartments | 2BR/1BA | 2BR,1BA | $2.70 |
| Midtown Apartments | Two Bedroom 1.5 Bathroom | 2BR,1.5BA | $3.63 |
| 3133 Alma St, Unit 3133 | 3133 Alma St | 2BR,1BA | $3.51 |
| Midtown Apartments | 2-Bedrooms, 1-Bathroom | 2BR,1BA | $3.71 |
| Garden Oaks Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $3.69 |
| Parker Palo Alto | One Bedroom One Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $3.97 |
| 411 California Ave | A8 | 1BR,1BA | $4.07 |
| Woodland Park | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $3.38 |
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Best Local Schools in Community Center Palo Alto, Palo Alto, CA
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Community Center Palo Alto Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Community Center Palo Alto?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Community Center Palo Alto is at Woodland Park listed at $1,700.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Community Center Palo Alto Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Community Center Palo Alto Apartment is $2,248 at Woodland Park.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Community Center Palo Alto Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Community Center Palo Alto is starting from $1,925 at Woodland Park.
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