Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Old Palo Alto Neighborhood of Palo Alto, CA from $1,400 (26 Rentals)

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488 James Rd
Studio Apartments

488 James Rd

488 James RdPalo Alto, CA 94306
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542 Forest Ave
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

542 Forest Ave

542 Forest AvePalo Alto, CA 94301
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431 Dinahs Ct
1 Bedroom Apartments

431 Dinahs Ct

431 Dinahs CtPalo Alto, CA 94306
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The Chalet at Curtner
1 Bedroom Apartments

The Chalet at Curtner

380 Curtner AvePalo Alto, CA 94306
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Parksquare Apartments
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Parksquare Apartments

4290 Wilkie WayPalo Alto, CA 94306
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Menlo Oaks Apartments
2 Bedroom Apartments

Menlo Oaks Apartments

840-842 Coleman AveMenlo Park, CA 94025
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Old Palo Alto, Palo Alto, CA Local Guide

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. Hawthorne Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,950. Here are the most affordable Old Palo Alto apartments for rent in San Jose, CA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Woodland ParkStudioStudio,1BA$1,700
Hawthorne ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$1,950
Coleman Apartmentscola11BR,1BA$2,195
Woodland Circle1 Bed 1 Bath1BR,1BA$2,200
Del Medio ManorStudio 520sqftStudio,1BA$2,300
Verandas Apartments1x11BR,1BA$2,395
Ananda CommunityStudioStudio,1BA$2,500
Del Medio Garden Apartments2747 - 1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$2,650
Alma Street Apartments2x12BR,1BA$2,875

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Old Palo Alto, CA

As of June 26, 2025 the best value apartment in the Old Palo Alto area is the $3.23 price per square foot 2 Bedroom Model at Garden Oaks Apartments in the in the Lindenwood neighborhood starting from $3,195. The second greatest value Old Palo Alto apartment is the 2-Bedrooms, 1-Bathroom Model at Midtown Apartments starting at $3,095 with a $3.71 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 ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Garden Oaks Apartments2 Bedroom2BR,2BA$3.23
Midtown Apartments2-Bedrooms, 1-Bathroom2BR,1BA$3.71
2042 Yale St2042 Yale St1BR,1BA$3.99
Alma Street Apartments2x12BR,1BA$3.99
102 El Carmelo Ave, Unit 102102 El Carmelo Ave2BR,1BA$3.88
Del Medio Garden Apartments2747 - 1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$3.90
Woodland ParkStudioStudio ,1BA$2.63
Verandas Apartments1x11BR,1BA$3.99
Woodland Circle1 Bed 1 Bath1BR,1BA$3.67
Coleman Apartmentscola11BR,1BA$3.66

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Old Palo Alto, Palo Alto, CA

Ranked #13

Among neighborhoods in Palo Alto, CA for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

4.0
Pet Friendly

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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

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 $2,010 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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