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

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Professorville?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Professorville Studio Apartments | $2,381 | $1,433 | $4,128 |
Professorville 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,151 | $1,847 | $5,798 |
Professorville 2 Bedroom Apartments | $5,197 | $2,795 | $10,000+ |
Professorville 3 Bedroom Apartments | $6,841 | $5,095 | $10,000+ |
Professorville 4 Bedroom Apartments | $5,995 | $5,995 | $5,995 |
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Cheapest Available Professorville Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Professorville area of San Jose, CA is a Studio unit found at Woodland Park priced from $1,700. Coleman Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $2,195. Here are the most affordable Professorville 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 |
Coleman Apartments | cola1 | 1BR,1BA | $2,195 |
Verandas Apartments | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $2,395 |
The Chalet at Curtner | Chateau | 1BR,1BA | $2,395 |
Stanford Garden Apartments | Wonderful 1 Bedroom Close to Everything! | 1BR,1BA | $2,450 |
Alma Street Apartments | 2x1 | 2BR,1BA | $2,875 |
Midtown Apartments | One Bedroom One Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $2,895 |
Midtown Apartments | 2-Bedrooms, 1-Bathroom | 2BR,1BA | $3,095 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Professorville, CA
As of July 07, 2025 the best value apartment in the Professorville 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 Professorville apartment is the 3 bedroom ; 2 bath Model at Briarwood Manor starting at $4,500 with a $3.10 price per square foot in the Pine Forest neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Professorville 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 |
Briarwood Manor | 3 bedroom ; 2 bath | 3BR,2BA | $3.10 |
Southwood Apartments | TBD | 2BR,2BA | $3.27 |
Garden Oaks Apartments | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $3.29 |
Midtown Apartments | 2-Bedrooms, 1-Bathroom | 2BR,1BA | $3.71 |
102 El Carmelo Ave, Unit 102 | 102 El Carmelo Ave | 2BR,1BA | $3.88 |
Stanford Garden Apartments | Wonderful 1 Bedroom Close to Everything! | 1BR,1BA | $3.50 |
The Chalet at Curtner | Chateau | 1BR,1BA | $3.68 |
Coleman Apartments | cola1 | 1BR,1BA | $3.66 |
Woodland Park | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $3.63 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleProfessorville, Palo Alto, CA
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Best Local Schools in Professorville, Palo Alto, CA
Frank S. Greene Jr. Middle
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Professorville Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Professorville?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Professorville is at Woodland Park listed at $1,700.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Professorville Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Professorville Apartment is $2,010 at Woodland Park.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Professorville Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Professorville is starting from $2,800 at Woodland Park.
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