
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Duveneck Neighborhood of Palo Alto, CA from $1,600 (48 Rentals)
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Woodland Arms

2120 Williams St

Hawthorne Apartments

143 Alma St

2893 Alma St

159 Emerson St

Stanford Villa

347-367 Everett Ave
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Southwood Apartments

302-316 Kipling St

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715 Everett Ave, Unit SI FL1-ID1762

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841 Seale Ave

The Acacia

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542 Forest Ave

357-359 Hawthorne Ave

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Hawthorne Gardens

The Midfield Apartments

242 Curtner Ave

Middlefield Apartments

543-555 Forest Ave
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Villa Toscana

1051-1077 Middlefield Rd

816 Cowper St

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Ramona

Alma Street Apartments

Royal Arms Apartments

171 Bryant Street

Midtown Apartments
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532 Forest Ave

241 Curtner

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Woodland Park

910 Montage Cir

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Verandas Apartments

Garden Oaks Apartments

Coleman Apartments

Woodland Circle
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Menlo Oaks Apartments

The Redwoods

Menlo Park Apartments
Duveneck, Palo Alto, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Duveneck?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Duveneck Studio Apartments | $2,251 | $1,800 | $3,900 |
| Duveneck 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,627 | $2,400 | $5,890 |
| Duveneck 2 Bedroom Apartments | $4,384 | $2,840 | $7,200 |
| Duveneck 3 Bedroom Apartments | $9,833 | $4,075 | $10,000+ |
Browse Apartments in this Neighborhood
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Cheapest Available Duveneck Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Duveneck area of San Jose, CA is a Studio unit found at Woodland Park priced from $1,675. Verandas Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $2,425. Here are the most affordable Duveneck apartments for rent in San Jose, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Woodland Park | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,675 |
| Verandas Apartments | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $2,425 |
| Stanford Garden Apartments | Wonderful 1 Bedroom Close to Everything! | 1BR,1BA | $2,595 |
| Hawthorne Apartments | 2BR/1BA | 2BR,1BA | $2,975 |
| 347-367 Everett Ave | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $2,995 |
| Southwood Apartments | TBD | 1BR,1BA | $3,195 |
| Parker Palo Alto | One Bedroom One Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $3,295 |
| Park Plaza | Unit 325 | 3BR,2BA | $4,400 |
| Birch Plaza | 205 | 3BR,2BA | $6,700 |
| Arbora Palo Alto | B3 - 2 Bed 2 bath | 2BR,2BA | $9,795 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Duveneck, CA
As of April 30, 2026 the best value apartment in the Duveneck area is the $3.78 price per square foot 205 Model at Birch Plaza in the in the Duveneck neighborhood starting from $6,700. The second greatest value Duveneck apartment is the Unit 325 Model at Park Plaza starting at $4,400 with a $2.96 price per square foot in the Duveneck neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Duveneck apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Birch Plaza | 205 | 3BR,2.5BA | $3.78 |
| Park Plaza | Unit 325 | 3BR,2BA | $2.96 |
| Hawthorne Apartments | 2BR/1BA | 2BR,1BA | $2.70 |
| Woodland Park | 2x2 | 2BR,2BA | $3.09 |
| Arbora Palo Alto | B3 - 2 Bed 2 bath | 2BR,2BA | $10.18 |
| Southwood Apartments | TBD | 1BR,1BA | $4.26 |
| Parker Palo Alto | One Bedroom One Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $4.52 |
| Stanford Garden Apartments | Wonderful 1 Bedroom Close to Everything! | 1BR,1BA | $3.71 |
| 347-367 Everett Ave | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $4.83 |
| Verandas Apartments | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $4.04 |
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Best Local Schools in Duveneck, Palo Alto, CA
Frank S. Greene Jr. Middle
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Duveneck Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Duveneck?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Duveneck is at Woodland Park listed at $1,675.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Duveneck Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Duveneck Apartment is $2,298 at Woodland Park.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Duveneck Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Duveneck is starting from $2,840 at Woodland Park.
What is the most affordable Duveneck Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Duveneck Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Woodland Park and starts from $4,075.
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