Cheap Homes for Rent in Downtown North Neighborhood of Palo Alto, CA from $3,600 (21 Rentals)

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Available Oct 29

820 Kipling St

Palo AltoCA94301

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Downtown North, Palo Alto, CA Local Guide

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 $2,425. Hawthorne Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $2,975. Here are the most affordable Downtown North apartments for rent in San Jose, CA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Verandas Apartments1x11BR,1BA$2,425
Hawthorne Apartments2BR/1BA2BR,1BA$2,975
Six50Live, Menlo Park660 - 4-34BR,3BA$13,850

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Downtown North, CA

As of June 24, 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 1x1 Model at Verandas Apartments starting at $2,425 with a $4.04 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 ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Hawthorne Apartments2BR/1BA2BR,1BA$2.70
Verandas Apartments1x11BR,1BA$4.04

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Downtown North, Palo Alto, CA

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Among cities in California for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.

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Frequently Asked Questions about Downtown North

What type of rentals are currently available in Downtown North?

There are currently 339 Apartments for Rent in Downtown North, CA with pricing that ranges from $2,350 to $13,850. There are also 41 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Downtown North ranging from $3,690 to $20,000.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Downtown North?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Downtown North ranges from $3,690 to $20,000 with an average monthly rent of $9,379.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Downtown North?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Downtown North range from $7,290 to $11,850, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $6,200 to $6,500. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $8,495 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $10,000.

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