
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the The Gardens Neighborhood of Palo Alto, CA from $1,700 (40 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in the The Gardens area of Palo Alto.


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Woodland Park

Stanford Garden Apartments

2341-2345 Cooley Ave

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4 Apartment

4 converted SFR

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2343 University Ave

621 Circle Dr

66-70 Buchanan Ct

561-569 Sacramento St

1856 Clarke Ave

1846 W Bayshore Rd

2031 Euclid Ave

2362 Cooley Ave
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660 Scofield Ave

1903-1905 Cooley Ave

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2263 University Ave

610 Circle Dr

1868 W Bayshore Rd

2061 Euclid
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1660-1670 Bay Rd

2370 Cooley Ave
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The Gardens, Palo Alto, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in The Gardens?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Gardens Studio Apartments | $1,980 | $1,700 | $2,595 |
| The Gardens 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,685 | $2,375 | $3,195 |
| The Gardens 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,010 | $2,850 | $3,175 |
| The Gardens 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,935 | $3,540 | $4,190 |
Browse Apartments in this Neighborhood
There are currently 40 rentals with your search options within a 1 mile radius of the The Gardens Neighborhood of Palo Alto, CA.
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Cheapest Available The Gardens Apartments for Rent
 | Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Woodland Park | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,700 |
| Stanford Garden Apartments | Wonderful 1 Bedroom Close to Everything! | 1BR,1BA | $2,895 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in The Gardens, CA
As of June 22, 2026 the best value apartment in the The Gardens area is the $3.15 price per square foot 2x2 Model at Woodland Park in the in the Duveneck neighborhood starting from $3,050. The second greatest value The Gardens apartment is the 1BR/1.0BA Model at Stanford Garden Apartments starting at $3,195 with a $4.56 price per square foot in the Duveneck neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for The Gardens apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Woodland Park | 2x2 | 2BR,2BA | $3.15 |
| Stanford Garden Apartments | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $4.56 |
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap The Gardens Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in The Gardens?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in The Gardens is at Woodland Park listed at $1,700.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom The Gardens Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom The Gardens Apartment is $1,925 at Woodland Park.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom The Gardens Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in The Gardens is starting from $2,850 at Woodland Park.
What is the most affordable The Gardens Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap The Gardens Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Woodland Park and starts from $3,540.
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