
Cheap Homes for Rent in Old Palo Alto Neighborhood of Palo Alto, CA from $2,700 (6 Rentals)
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1497 1/2 E Bayshore Rd

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Old Palo Alto, Palo Alto, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent a home in Old Palo Alto?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Old Palo Alto 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $4,024 | $3,350 | $5,950 |
Old Palo Alto 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $7,314 | $6,300 | $8,100 |
Old Palo Alto 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $9,296 | $4,625 | $10,000+ |
Old Palo Alto 5 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $12,750 | $9,500 | $10,000+ |
Old Palo Alto 6 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $10,800 | $10,000 | $10,000+ |
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There are currently 6 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. 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 Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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Woodland Park | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,700 |
Hawthorne Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,950 |
Stanford Garden Apartments | Large Studio Close to Everything - Private Patio | Studio,1BA | $2,095 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Old Palo Alto, CA
As of June 21, 2025 the best value apartment in the Old Palo Alto area is the $2.79 price per square foot 2-2 Apartment Model at Woodland Park in the in the Duveneck neighborhood starting from $2,800. The second greatest value Old Palo Alto apartment is the Two Bedroom One Bathroom Model at Parker Palo Alto starting at $3,500 with a $4.12 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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Woodland Park | 2-2 Apartment | 2BR,2BA | $2.79 |
Parker Palo Alto | Two Bedroom One Bathroom | 2BR,1BA | $4.12 |
Midtown Apartments | 2-Bedrooms, 1-Bathroom | 2BR,1BA | $3.71 |
Garden Oaks Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $3.49 |
Park Terrace | 1x1 P | 1BR,1BA | $4.05 |
Alma Street Apartments | 2x1 | 2BR,1BA | $3.99 |
102 El Carmelo Ave, Unit 102 | 102 El Carmelo Ave | 2BR,1BA | $3.88 |
Midtown Apartments | One Bedroom One Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $4.18 |
Del Medio Garden Apartments | 2747 - 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $3.90 |
Verandas Apartments | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $3.99 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Old Palo Alto
What type of rentals are currently available in Old Palo Alto?
There are currently 616 Apartments for Rent in Old Palo Alto, CA with pricing that ranges from $800 to $13,150. There are also 72 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Old Palo Alto ranging from $2,795 to $16,000.
What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Old Palo Alto?
Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Old Palo Alto ranges from $2,795 to $16,000 with an average monthly rent of $7,829.
How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Old Palo Alto?
For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Old Palo Alto range from $5,095 to $10,530, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $6,300 to $8,100. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $4,625 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $5,995.
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