
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Stanford, CA from $1,600 (32 Rentals)
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Sutter Gardens

Wilton Court

Stanford Garden Apartments

Woodland Arms

Hawthorne Apartments

Union Plaza Apartments

Stanford Villa
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Verandas Apartments

864 Arbor Rd, Unit 1

Greentree Apartments

670 Live Oak Ave

The Acacia

488 James Rd

The Atherton Oaks

523-529 Matadero Ave
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Coleman Apartments

Woodland Circle

Menlo Oaks Apartments

The Redwoods

Chestnut Avenue Apartments

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Menlo Park Apartments

Live Oak Ave
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542 Forest Ave

357-359 Hawthorne Ave

Boardwalk Park Place Apartments

857 Partridge Ave

Stanford Avenue Apartments

Hawthorne Gardens

The Midfield Apartments

242 Curtner Ave
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Stanford, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Stanford?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Stanford Studio Apartments | $2,670 | $1,700 | $4,340 |
| Stanford 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,676 | $1,700 | $6,879 |
| Stanford 2 Bedroom Apartments | $4,866 | $2,900 | $10,000+ |
| Stanford 3 Bedroom Apartments | $7,960 | $4,445 | $10,000+ |
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Cheapest Available Stanford Apartments for Rent and Nearby
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Stanford, CA is a Studio unit found at Woodland Park in the Duveneck neighborhood priced from $1,650. Sutter Gardens in the Duveneck neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,700. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Stanford apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Woodland Park | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,650 |
| Sutter Gardens | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,700 |
| Woodland Arms | Unit 202 | Studio,1BA | $2,245 |
| Stanford Villa | Studio | Studio,1BA | $2,495 |
| Verandas Apartments | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $2,495 |
| The Chalet at Curtner | Lodge | 1BR,1BA | $2,650 |
| The Pines | Updated 1 Bedroom with Bamboo | 1BR,1BA | $2,795 |
| Union Plaza Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2,850 |
| Garden Oaks Apartments | 1 bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2,950 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Stanford, CA and Nearby
As of March 22, 2026 the best value apartment in the Stanford area is the $3.62 price per square foot Unit 2A Model at Park Plaza in the in the Duveneck neighborhood starting from $4,200. The second greatest value Stanford apartment is the 2BR/1BA Model at Hawthorne Apartments starting at $2,975 with a $2.70 price per square foot in the Duveneck neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Stanford apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Park Plaza | Unit 2A | 2BR,2BA | $3.62 |
| Hawthorne Apartments | 2BR/1BA | 2BR,1BA | $2.70 |
| Midtown Apartments | Two Bedroom 1.5 Bathroom | 2BR,1.5BA | $3.63 |
| Woodland Park | 2x2 | 2BR,2BA | $3.05 |
| Merrilee Terrace Apartments | 2BR/1BA | 2BR,1BA | $3.52 |
| Midtown Apartments | 2-Bedrooms, 1-Bathroom | 2BR,1BA | $3.83 |
| Garden Oaks Apartments | 1 bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $3.64 |
| Union Plaza Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $3.96 |
| Verandas Apartments | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $3.67 |
| Sutter Gardens | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2.83 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Stanford Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Stanford?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Stanford is at Woodland Park listed at $1,650.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Stanford Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Stanford Apartment is $1,700 at Sutter Gardens.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Stanford Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Stanford is starting from $2,750 at Woodland Park.
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