
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Old Palo Alto Neighborhood of Palo Alto, CA from $1,400 (33 Rentals)
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Old Palo Alto, Palo Alto, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Old Palo Alto?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Old Palo Alto Studio Apartments | $2,306 | $1,433 | $4,250 |
Old Palo Alto 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,047 | $1,847 | $4,650 |
Old Palo Alto 2 Bedroom Apartments | $4,184 | $2,695 | $10,000+ |
Old Palo Alto 3 Bedroom Apartments | $6,617 | $4,995 | $8,550 |
Old Palo Alto 4 Bedroom Apartments | $8,950 | $8,950 | $8,950 |
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There are currently 33 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Old Palo Alto Neighborhood of Palo Alto, CA.
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Cheapest Available Old Palo Alto Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Old Palo Alto area of San Jose, CA is a Studio unit found at Woodland Park priced from $1,700. Stanford Garden Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $2,245. Here are the most affordable Old Palo Alto apartments for rent in San Jose, CA:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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Woodland Park | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,700 |
Stanford Garden Apartments | Large Studio Close to Everything - Private Patio | Studio,1BA | $2,245 |
Del Medio Manor | Studio 520sqft | Studio,1BA | $2,300 |
Woodland Arms | Unit 314 | Studio,1BA | $2,345 |
Verandas Apartments | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $2,395 |
Del Medio Garden Apartments | 2747 - 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2,650 |
Stanford Villa | Studio | Studio,1BA | $2,810 |
Union Plaza Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2,850 |
Midtown Apartments | 2-Bedrooms, 1-Bathroom | 2BR,1BA | $2,995 |
Parker Palo Alto | One Bedroom One Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $2,995 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Old Palo Alto, CA
As of October 12, 2025 the best value apartment in the Old Palo Alto area is the $3.70 price per square foot 3BR Model at Park Plaza in the in the Duveneck neighborhood starting from $5,500. The second greatest value Old Palo Alto apartment is the 3277 Alma St Model at 3277 Alma St, Unit 3277 starting at $3,595 with a $2.57 price per square foot in the Duveneck neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Old Palo Alto apartments based on price per square foot:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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Park Plaza | 3BR | 3BR,2BA | $3.70 |
3277 Alma St, Unit 3277 | 3277 Alma St | 2BR,1BA | $2.57 |
Merrilee Terrace Apartments | 3BR/2BA | 3BR,2BA | $3.84 |
Garden Oaks Apartments | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $3.13 |
3133 Alma St, Unit 3133 | 3133 Alma St | 2BR,1BA | $3.51 |
Midtown Apartments | 2-Bedrooms, 1-Bathroom | 2BR,1BA | $3.59 |
Woodland Park | 1-1 Apartment | 1BR,1BA | $3.08 |
Parker Palo Alto | One Bedroom One Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $4.11 |
Union Plaza Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $3.96 |
Del Medio Garden Apartments | 2747 - 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $3.90 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleOld Palo Alto, Palo Alto, CA
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Among cities in California for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
4.0Pet Friendly
Best Local Schools in Old Palo Alto, Palo Alto, CA
Frank S. Greene Jr. Middle
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Getting Around the Old Palo Alto Neighborhood in Palo Alto, CA
Walk Score®
75 / 100
Very Walkable
Most errands can be accomplished on foot
Bike Score®
100 / 100
Biker's Paradise
Daily errands can be accomplished on a bike
Transit Score®
44 / 100
Some Transit
A few nearby public transportation options
What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?
- Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
- Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
- Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Old Palo Alto Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Old Palo Alto?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Old Palo Alto is at Woodland Park listed at $1,700.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Old Palo Alto Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Old Palo Alto Apartment is $2,300 at Woodland Park.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Old Palo Alto Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Old Palo Alto is starting from $1,925 at Woodland Park.
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