
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Monroe Park Neighborhood of Palo Alto, CA from $1,700 (27 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in the Monroe Park area of Palo Alto.


Union Plaza Apartments

Greentree Apartments

488 James Rd

431 Dinahs Ct

The Chalet at Curtner
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242 Curtner Ave

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577 Vista Ave
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The Camille North Apartments

Surrey House

Del Medio Manor

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Del Medio Garden Apartments

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Mountain View Place

The Arbors at Mountain View Apartments

2020 California St
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Monroe Park, Palo Alto, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Monroe Park?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Monroe Park Studio Apartments | $3,689 | $2,060 | $4,528 |
| Monroe Park 1 Bedroom Apartments | $4,309 | $2,208 | $8,438 |
| Monroe Park 2 Bedroom Apartments | $5,503 | $2,795 | $10,000+ |
| Monroe Park 3 Bedroom Apartments | $6,018 | $4,445 | $8,410 |
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There are currently 27 rentals with your search options within a 1 mile radius of the Monroe Park Neighborhood of Palo Alto, CA.
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Cheapest Available Monroe Park Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Monroe Park area of San Jose, CA is a Studio unit found at The Camille North Apartments priced from $2,145. Surrey House has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $2,395. Here are the most affordable Monroe 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 |
| Surrey House | Unit 10 | 1BR,1BA | $2,395 |
| The Chalet at Curtner | Chateau | 1BR,1BA | $2,395 |
| Union Plaza Apartments | Studio with AC | Studio,1BA | $2,550 |
| The Camille Apartments | 1 Beds, 1 Baths | 1BR,1BA | $2,595 |
| Aviana Apartments | 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $3,095 |
| Fayette Arms Apartments | One Bedroom, One Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $3,152 |
| Birch Creek | Plan A2 | 1BR,1BA | $3,323 |
| Palo Alto Plaza Apartments | Jr-Small | Studio,1BA | $3,545 |
| Landsby | 1C-2 | 1BR,1BA | $4,185 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Monroe Park, CA
As of July 26, 2026 the best value apartment in the Monroe Park area is the $4.71 price per square foot Two Bedroom B2A Model at Verve in the in the Old Los Altos neighborhood starting from $5,550. The second greatest value Monroe Park apartment is the 3 Bedroom - 1.5 Bath Model at Terman starting at $4,445 with a $4.54 price per square foot in the Old Los Altos neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Monroe Park apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Verve | Two Bedroom B2A | 2BR,2BA | $4.71 |
| Terman | 3 Bedroom - 1.5 Bath | 3BR,1.5BA | $4.54 |
| Birch Creek | Plan A2 | 1BR,1BA | $4.15 |
| Aviana Apartments | 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $4.52 |
| The Chalet at Curtner | Chateau | 1BR,1BA | $3.68 |
| Surrey House | Unit 10 | 1BR,1BA | $3.99 |
| Fayette Arms Apartments | One Bedroom, One Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $5.27 |
| The Camille North Apartments | 1 Beds, 1 Baths | 1BR,1BA | $4.19 |
| The Camille Apartments | 1 Beds, 1 Baths | 1BR,1BA | $4.36 |
| Union Plaza Apartments | Studio with AC | Studio ,1BA | $4.64 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Monroe Park Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Monroe Park?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Monroe Park is at The Camille North Apartments listed at $2,145.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Monroe Park Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Monroe Park Apartment is $2,395 at Surrey House.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Monroe Park Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Monroe Park is starting from $3,450 at Union Plaza Apartments.
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