Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Palo Verde Neighborhood of Palo Alto, CA from $1,400 (30 Rentals)

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488 James Rd
Studio Apartments

488 James Rd

488 James RdPalo Alto, CA 94306
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431 Dinahs Ct
1 Bedroom Apartments

431 Dinahs Ct

431 Dinahs CtPalo Alto, CA 94306
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The Acacia
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

The Acacia

231 Grant AvePalo Alto, CA 94306
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Union Plaza Apartments
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Union Plaza Apartments

535 Arastradero RdPalo 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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The Chalet at Curtner
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

The Chalet at Curtner

380 Curtner AvePalo Alto, CA 94306
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Mayfield Apartments
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Mayfield Apartments

2483-2491 Whitney DrMountain View, CA 94043

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2005 Colony St
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

2005 Colony St

2005 Colony StMountain View, CA 94043
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Ananda Community
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Ananda Community

240 Monroe DrMountain View, CA 94040
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Meadowood Apartments
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Meadowood Apartments

1555 W Middlefield RdMountain View, CA 94043

Palo Verde, Palo Alto, CA Local Guide

Cheapest Available Palo Verde Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Palo Verde area of San Jose, CA is a Studio unit found at Woodland Park priced from $1,650. Paulson Park has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,884. Here are the most affordable Palo Verde apartments for rent in San Jose, CA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Woodland ParkStudioStudio,1BA$1,650
Paulson Park1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,884
All Single Story Apartment CommunityMonte Sierra Apartments - Single-Story Studio A...Studio,1BA$2,095
Stanford Garden ApartmentsLarge Studio Close to Everything - Private PatioStudio,1BA$2,245
The Laurel at Mountain View (55+)StudioStudio,1BA$2,250
Woodland ArmsUnit 314Studio,1BA$2,275
Del Medio ManorStudio 520sqftStudio,1BA$2,300
The Camille North Apartments1 Beds, 1 Baths1BR,1BA$2,495
Fayette Arms ApartmentsOne Bedroom, One Bath1BR,1BA$2,594
The Camille Apartments1 Beds, 1 Baths1BR,1BA$2,595

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Palo Verde, CA

As of October 05, 2025 the best value apartment in the Palo Verde 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 Palo Verde apartment is the 3BR/2BA Model at Merrilee Terrace Apartments starting at $4,995 with a $3.84 price per square foot in the Ventura neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Palo Verde apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Park Plaza3BR3BR,2BA$3.70
Merrilee Terrace Apartments3BR/2BA3BR,2BA$3.84
111 N Rengstorff Ave, Unit FL2-ID381111 N Rengstorff Ave2BR,2BA$3.21
Woodview ApartmentsTownhouse2BR,1.5BA$3.21
3133 Alma St, Unit 31333133 Alma St2BR,1BA$3.51
1906 Rock St Apartments2 Bed 1 Bath2BR,1BA$3.66
Midtown Apartments2-Bedrooms, 1-Bathroom2BR,1BA$3.59
Woodland Park1-1 Apartment1BR,1BA$3.08
Del Medio Garden Apartments2747 - 1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$3.90
Paulson Park1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$3.09

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Palo Verde, Palo Alto, CA

Ranked #9

Among cities in California for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

4.0
Pet Friendly

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Lifestyle Ratings

Our team compiles millions of data points to bring you our detailed rental search system called 'Lifestyle ratings', composed of rentals and neighborhoods across the USA, and customized analysis for Northwestern San Jose. LifeStyle Ratings are the best way to sort through finding a place to live - beyond price and floorplan. This takes in many factors including our Star Ratings to compare for convenient access to the outdoors, luxury amenities, kid and pet-friendly communities, availability of transit options, and much more. Find Lifestyle Search in the filter options (above). Happy Searching!

Getting Around the Palo Verde Neighborhood in Palo Alto, CA

Walk Score®

40 / 100

Car-Dependent

Most errands require a car

Bike Score®

87 / 100

Very Bikeable

Biking is convenient for most trips

Transit Score®

26 / 100

Some Transit

A few nearby public transportation options

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Palo Verde Apartments

What is a cheap apartment in Palo Verde?

A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Palo Verde is under $2,595.

What is the price of a cheap apartment in Palo Verde?

The cheapest apartment in Palo Verde is Paulson Park which is listed at $1,884, while the average apartment in Palo Verde costs $9,800.

What types of apartments are the cheapest in Palo Verde?

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 3 regular apartments in Palo Verde that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.

How do the prices of cheap apartments compare to the average apartment in Palo Verde?

Cheap apartments in Palo Verde have an average cost of $403 which is $9,397 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Palo Verde.

Expert Rental Resources

Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

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A Local Expert's Guide to the Top 10 Best Affordable Neighborhoods for Renters in San Jose

Written by: Shannon Hilson

If you’ve spent much time in San Jose, you’ve likely heard it referred to as “the capital of Silicon Valley” a time or two, and with good reason. San Jose has it all when it comes to the modern California lifestyle and then some.

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How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Everything is a negotiation in real estate! 

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The Rental Move-In Inspection Checklist: A Guide for Renters

Written by: Trey Huguley

The move-in inspection checklist is a crucial tool for both tenants and landlords. This checklist, provided by the team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com, helps document the condition of an apartment at the time of move-in.

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Your Guide to Co-Signers: The Risks, Rewards, and Everything in Between

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

For many people, obstacles can arise during the rental application process for a variety of issues.