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Hawthorne Apartments
275 Hawthorne AvePalo Alto, CA 94301
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Villa Toscana
272-290 Everett AvePalo Alto, CA 94301
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The Hamilton
555 Byron StPalo Alto, CA 94301
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657 Everett Avenue
657 Everett AvePalo Alto, CA 94301
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170 Waverly St
170 Waverly StPalo Alto, CA 94301
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463-465 Addison Ave
463-465 Addison AvePalo Alto, CA 94301
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825 Cowper St
825 Cowper StPalo Alto, CA 94301
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350 Channing Ave
350 Channing AvePalo Alto, CA 94301
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832 Kipling St
832 Kipling StPalo Alto, CA 94301
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The Palo Alto
101 Alma StPalo Alto, CA 94301
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305-313 Kipling St
305-313 Kipling StPalo Alto, CA 94301
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674-678 Homer Ave
674-678 Homer AvePalo Alto, CA 94301
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205 Hawthorne Ave
205 Hawthorne AvePalo Alto, CA 94301
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147-159 Emerson St
147-159 Emerson StPalo Alto, CA 94301
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1061 Alma St
1061 Alma StPalo Alto, CA 94301
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242-244 Ramona St
242-244 Ramona StPalo Alto, CA 94301
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141-143 Alma St
141-143 Alma StPalo Alto, CA 94301
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837 Waverly St
837 Waverly StPalo Alto, CA 94301
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235 Emerson St
235 Emerson StPalo Alto, CA 94301
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243 Byron St
243 Byron StPalo Alto, CA 94301
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189 Cowper St
189 Cowper StPalo Alto, CA 94301
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201 Cowper St
201 Cowper StPalo Alto, CA 94301
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166 Bryant St
166 Bryant StPalo Alto, CA 94301
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165-171 Alma St
165-171 Alma StPalo Alto, CA 94301
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219 Ramona St
219 Ramona StPalo Alto, CA 94301
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The Welch Road Apartments
1100-1180 Welch RdPalo Alto, CA 94304
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Abitare North
432-440 High StPalo Alto, CA 94301
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357-359 Hawthorne Ave
357-359 Hawthorne AvePalo Alto, CA 94301
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Hawthorne Gardens
221-237 Hawthorne AvePalo Alto, CA 94301
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Webster Court
835 Webster StPalo Alto, CA 94301
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Arbora Palo Alto
585 Hamilton AvePalo Alto, CA 94301
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Webster Oak Apartments
906-922 Webster StPalo Alto, CA 94301
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542 Forest Ave
542 Forest AvePalo Alto, CA 94301
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1051-1077 Middlefield Rd
1051-1077 Middlefield RdPalo Alto, CA 94301
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171 Bryant Street
171 Bryant StPalo Alto, CA 94301
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532 Forest Ave
532 Forest AvePalo Alto, CA 94301
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Casa Real
360 Forest AvePalo Alto, CA 94301
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427-453 Forest Ave
427-453 Forest AvePalo Alto, CA 94301
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Lytton Gardens Senior Communities
322 Everett AvePalo Alto, CA 94301
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Webster Wood Apartments
941 Webster StPalo Alto, CA 94301
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Alma Place
725-753 Alma StPalo Alto, CA 94301
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Webster Place Apartments
355 Webster StPalo Alto, CA 94301
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University Garden Apartments
861-875 University AvePalo Alto, CA 94301
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Waverley Palms
925 Waverley StPalo Alto, CA 94301
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100-110 Webster St
100-110 Webster StPalo Alto, CA 94301
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Oak Court Apartments
845 Ramona StPalo Alto, CA 94301
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650 Live Oak AveMenlo Park, CA 94025
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806-810 Coleman AveMenlo Park, CA 94025
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720-& 744 Coleman AveMenlo Park, CA 94025
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1019-1025 Laurel StMenlo Park, CA 94025
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Downtown North, Palo Alto, CA Local Guide
How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Downtown North?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Downtown North Studio Apartments | $3,557 | $3,000 | $3,910 |
| Downtown North 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,847 | $2,400 | $6,100 |
| Downtown North 2 Bedroom Apartments | $5,205 | $2,975 | $6,830 |
| Downtown North 3 Bedroom Apartments | $8,322 | $5,295 | $10,000+ |
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There are currently 119 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 1 Bed unit found at Verandas Apartments priced from $2,495. Garden Oaks Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $2,950. Here are the most affordable Downtown North apartments for rent in San Jose, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Verandas Apartments | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $2,495 |
| Garden Oaks Apartments | 1 bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2,950 |
| Hawthorne Apartments | 2BR/1BA | 2BR,1BA | $2,975 |
| 347-367 Everett Ave | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $2,995 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Downtown North, CA
As of March 12, 2026 the best value apartment in the Downtown North area is the $2.70 price per square foot 2BR/1BA Model at Hawthorne Apartments in the in the Duveneck neighborhood starting from $2,975. The second greatest value Downtown North apartment is the 1 bedroom Model at Garden Oaks Apartments starting at $2,950 with a $3.64 price per square foot in the Lindenwood 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hawthorne Apartments | 2BR/1BA | 2BR,1BA | $2.70 |
| Garden Oaks Apartments | 1 bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $3.64 |
| Verandas Apartments | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $3.67 |
| 347-367 Everett Ave | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $4.83 |
| 367 Channing Ave, Unit 367 Channing Ave | 367 Channing Ave | Studio ,1BA | $7.08 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Downtown North Apartments
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Downtown North Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Downtown North Apartment is $2,495 at Verandas Apartments.
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 $2,975 at Hawthorne Apartments.
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