
Cheap Homes for Rent in Professorville Neighborhood of Palo Alto, CA from $1,100 (4 Rentals)
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2330 University Ave
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901 Fremont St

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Professorville, Palo Alto, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent a home in Professorville?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Professorville 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $3,667 | $3,000 | $4,175 |
Professorville 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $7,520 | $4,400 | $10,000+ |
Professorville 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $10,706 | $7,230 | $10,000+ |
Professorville 5 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $7,050 | $7,050 | $7,050 |
Professorville 6 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $10,800 | $10,000 | $10,000+ |
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There are currently 4 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Professorville Neighborhood of Palo Alto, CA.
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Best Value Apartments for Rent in Professorville, CA
As of May 31, 2025 the best value apartment in the Professorville area is the $5.69 price per square foot Plan B Model at The Marc in the in the West Atherton neighborhood starting from $5,381. The second greatest value Professorville apartment is the Two Bedroom One Bathroom Model at Parker Palo Alto starting at $4,125 with a $4.85 price per square foot in the Duveneck 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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The Marc | Plan B | 2BR,2BA | $5.69 |
Parker Palo Alto | Two Bedroom One Bathroom | 2BR,1BA | $4.85 |
Midtown Apartments | 2-Bedrooms, 1-Bathroom | 2BR,1BA | $3.71 |
Garden Oaks Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $3.49 |
Park Terrace | 1x1 V | 1BR,1BA | $4.11 |
MV Apartments | Pine | 1BR,1BA | $5.31 |
Verandas Apartments | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $3.99 |
Woodland Park | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $3.36 |
Stanford Garden Apartments | Large Studio Close to Everything - Private Patio | Studio ,1BA | $4.19 |
Alma Street Apartments | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $5.06 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Professorville
What type of rentals are currently available in Professorville?
There are currently 882 Apartments for Rent in Professorville, CA with pricing that ranges from $1,700 to $10,000. There are also 31 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Professorville ranging from $1,100 to $14,000.
What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Professorville?
Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Professorville ranges from $1,100 to $14,000 with an average monthly rent of $7,096.
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