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Woodland Park
45 Newell RdEast Palo Alto, CA 94303
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720-& 744 Coleman AveMenlo Park, CA 94025
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1041-1063 Laurel StMenlo Park, CA 94025
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Downtown North, Palo Alto, CA Local Guide
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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Downtown North?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Downtown North Studio Apartments | $2,491 | $1,650 | $4,017 |
| Downtown North 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,706 | $2,300 | $5,967 |
| Downtown North 2 Bedroom Apartments | $5,100 | $2,750 | $10,000+ |
| Downtown North 3 Bedroom Apartments | $6,640 | $4,950 | $10,000+ |
Browse Apartments in this Neighborhood
There are currently 11 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Downtown North Neighborhood of Palo Alto, CA.
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Cheapest Available Downtown North Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in the Downtown North area of San Jose, CA is a Studio unit found at Woodland Park priced from $1,650. Verandas Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $2,395. Here are the most affordable Downtown North apartments for rent in San Jose, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Woodland Park | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,650 |
| Verandas Apartments | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $2,395 |
| Parker Palo Alto | One Bedroom One Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $2,795 |
| Lume | S6 | Studio,1BA | $2,985 |
| Vasara | S7 | Studio,1BA | $3,368 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Downtown North, CA
As of May 25, 2025 the best value apartment in the Downtown North area is the $2.79 price per square foot 2-2 Apartment Model at Woodland Park in the in the Lindenwood neighborhood starting from $2,800. The second greatest value Downtown North apartment is the TBD Model at Southwood Apartments starting at $3,695 with a $3.77 price per square foot in the Duveneck neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Downtown North apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Woodland Park | 2-2 Apartment | 2BR,2BA | $2.79 |
| Southwood Apartments | TBD | 2BR,2BA | $3.77 |
| The Marc | Plan B | 2BR,2BA | $5.69 |
| Parker Palo Alto | Two Bedroom One Bathroom | 2BR,1BA | $4.85 |
| Anton Menlo | Residence 12 | 1BR,1BA | $4.91 |
| Landsby | 1N | 1BR,1BA | $6.08 |
| Lume | A7 | 1BR,1BA | $6.01 |
| Verandas Apartments | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $3.99 |
| Vasara | S7 | Studio ,1BA | $6.51 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Downtown North Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Downtown North?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Downtown North is at Woodland Park listed at $1,650.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Downtown North Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Downtown North Apartment is $2,010 at Woodland Park.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Downtown North Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Downtown North is starting from $1,925 at Woodland Park.
What is the most affordable Downtown North Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Downtown North Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Parker Palo Alto and starts from $4,950.
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