
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Triple El Neighborhood of Palo Alto, CA from $1,600 (41 Rentals)
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Midtown Apartments

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Merrilee Terrace Apartments

Stanford Villa

Greentree Apartments
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The Acacia

The Chalet at Curtner

523-529 Matadero Ave

410 Sheridan Ave

Chestnut Avenue Apartments

Webster Oak Apartments

542 Forest Ave

357-359 Hawthorne Ave
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Midtown Apartments

Stanford Avenue Apartments

Hawthorne Gardens

The Midfield Apartments

242 Curtner Ave

Middlefield Apartments

543-555 Forest Ave
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Villa Toscana

1051-1077 Middlefield Rd

Layne Court Apartments

Ramona

420 James Rd

1821 Woodland Ave

188 Jasmine Way

2352 Menalto Ave
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Woodland Park

Stanford Garden Apartments

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Coleman Apartments

Woodland Circle

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The Redwoods

Menlo Park Apartments
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Wyandotte Apartments
Triple El, Palo Alto, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Triple El?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Triple El Studio Apartments | $2,254 | $1,700 | $3,790 |
| Triple El 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,651 | $2,208 | $7,070 |
| Triple El 2 Bedroom Apartments | $4,627 | $2,850 | $8,680 |
| Triple El 3 Bedroom Apartments | $6,738 | $3,540 | $10,000+ |
Browse Apartments in this Neighborhood
There are currently 41 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Triple El Neighborhood of Palo Alto, CA.
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Cheapest Available Triple El Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Triple El area of San Jose, CA is a Studio unit found at Woodland Park priced from $1,675. The Chalet at Curtner has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $2,095. Here are the most affordable Triple El apartments for rent in San Jose, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Woodland Park | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,675 |
| The Chalet at Curtner | Cabin | Studio,1BA | $2,095 |
| Stanford Garden Apartments | Large Studio Close to Everything - Private Patio | Studio,1BA | $2,395 |
| Verandas Apartments | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $2,425 |
| Hawthorne Apartments | 2BR/1BA | 2BR,1BA | $2,975 |
| Park Plaza | Unit 325 | 3BR,2BA | $4,400 |
| Birch Plaza | 205 | 3BR,2BA | $6,700 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Triple El, CA
As of June 06, 2026 the best value apartment in the Triple El area is the $3.78 price per square foot 205 Model at Birch Plaza in the in the Duveneck neighborhood starting from $6,700. The second greatest value Triple El apartment is the Unit 325 Model at Park Plaza starting at $4,400 with a $2.96 price per square foot in the Duveneck neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Triple El apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Birch Plaza | 205 | 3BR,2.5BA | $3.78 |
| Park Plaza | Unit 325 | 3BR,2BA | $2.96 |
| Hawthorne Apartments | 2BR/1BA | 2BR,1BA | $2.70 |
| Woodland Park | 2x2 | 2BR,2BA | $3.12 |
| Verandas Apartments | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $4.04 |
| Stanford Garden Apartments | Large Studio Close to Everything - Private Patio | Studio ,1BA | $4.79 |
| The Chalet at Curtner | Cabin | Studio ,1BA | $5.59 |
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Best Local Schools in Triple El, Palo Alto, CA
Frank S. Greene Jr. Middle
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Triple El Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Triple El?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Triple El is at Woodland Park listed at $1,675.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Triple El Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Triple El Apartment is $1,925 at Woodland Park.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Triple El Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Triple El is starting from $2,800 at Woodland Park.
What is the most affordable Triple El Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Triple El Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Woodland Park and starts from $3,540.
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