
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Esther Clark Park Neighborhood of Palo Alto, CA from $1,700 (41 Rentals)
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Union Plaza Apartments

Stanford Villa

Greentree Apartments

488 James Rd

523-529 Matadero Ave

Chestnut Avenue Apartments

The Chalet at Curtner
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Parksquare Apartments

Wilkie Court Apartments

242 Curtner Ave

Arastradero West

577 Vista Ave

Ramona
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Park Terrace

420 James Rd

Alma Street Apartments

241 Curtner

The Camille North Apartments

Total Monthly Price
2070 Latham St

Del Medio Manor

Fayette Arms Apartments
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Del Medio Garden Apartments

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Birch Creek

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Palo Alto Plaza Apartments
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Mountain View Place

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Caltega

Woodside Place

12882 Viscaino Rd

Ananda Community

183 Del Medio Ave
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Esther Clark Park, Palo Alto, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Esther Clark Park?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Esther Clark Park Studio Apartments | $3,273 | $2,060 | $3,973 |
| Esther Clark Park 1 Bedroom Apartments | $4,043 | $2,208 | $9,084 |
| Esther Clark Park 2 Bedroom Apartments | $5,155 | $2,695 | $10,000+ |
| Esther Clark Park 3 Bedroom Apartments | $6,271 | $4,445 | $7,524 |
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There are currently 41 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Esther Clark Park Neighborhood of Palo Alto, CA.
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Cheapest Available Esther Clark Park Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Esther Clark Park area of San Jose, CA is a Studio unit found at The Camille North Apartments priced from $2,145. Caltega has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $2,295. Here are the most affordable Esther Clark Park apartments for rent in San Jose, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Camille North Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $2,145 |
| Caltega | 1-Bedroom, 1-Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $2,295 |
| The Chalet at Curtner | Cabin | Studio,1BA | $2,295 |
| Del Medio Garden Apartments | 2747 - 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2,500 |
| Los Altos Court | Studio | Studio,1BA | $2,595 |
| The Camille Apartments | 1 Beds, 1 Baths | 1BR,1BA | $2,595 |
| Union Plaza Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2,850 |
| Stanford Villa | Camellia | 1BR,1BA | $2,960 |
| Birch Creek | Plan A2 | 1BR,1BA | $2,991 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Esther Clark Park, CA
As of April 09, 2026 the best value apartment in the Esther Clark Park area is the $3.27 price per square foot 2BR/2BA Model at Merrilee Terrace Apartments in the in the Ventura neighborhood starting from $3,595. The second greatest value Esther Clark Park apartment is the 2 Bedroom 1 Bathroom Model at Aviana Apartments starting at $3,195 with a $3.67 price per square foot in the Old Los Altos neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Esther Clark Park apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Merrilee Terrace Apartments | 2BR/2BA | 2BR,2BA | $3.27 |
| Aviana Apartments | 2 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 2BR,1BA | $3.67 |
| Terman | 2 Bedroom - 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $4.12 |
| Birch Creek | Plan A2 | 1BR,1BA | $3.71 |
| Stanford Villa | Camellia | 1BR,1BA | $3.79 |
| Union Plaza Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $3.96 |
| Del Medio Garden Apartments | 2747 - 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $3.91 |
| Caltega | 1-Bedroom, 1-Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $3.82 |
| The Camille Apartments | 1 Beds, 1 Baths | 1BR,1BA | $4.36 |
| 2070 Latham St | 2070 Latham St | 1BR,1BA | $4.17 |
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Best Local Schools in Esther Clark Park, Palo Alto, CA
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Esther Clark Park Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Esther Clark Park?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Esther Clark Park is under $2,991.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Esther Clark Park?
The cheapest apartment in Esther Clark Park is Caltega which is listed at $2,295, while the average apartment in Esther Clark Park costs $7,119.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Esther Clark Park?
Student, low-income, and by-the-bed apartments are typically the cheapest rentals in most cities, though they require qualifying criteria to rent. There are 4 regular apartments in Esther Clark Park that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
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