Cheap Apartments for Rent in Stanford, CA from $1,400 (21 Rentals)

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670 Live Oak Ave
Studio Apartments

670 Live Oak Ave

670 Live Oak AveMenlo Park, CA 94025
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488 James Rd
Studio Apartments

488 James Rd

488 James RdPalo Alto, CA 94306
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The Atherton Oaks
Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments

The Atherton Oaks

425 Encinal AveMenlo Park, CA 94025

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Menlo Oaks Apartments
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Menlo Oaks Apartments

840-842 Coleman AveMenlo Park, CA 94025
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The Redwoods
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

The Redwoods

220 E Okeefe StEast Palo Alto, CA 94303
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Live Oak Ave
1 Bedroom Apartments

Live Oak Ave

765-785 Live Oak AveMenlo Park, CA 94025
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542 Forest Ave
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

542 Forest Ave

542 Forest AvePalo Alto, CA 94301

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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. Stanford Garden Apartments in the Duveneck neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $2,245. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Stanford apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Woodland ParkStudioStudio,1BA$1,650
Stanford Garden ApartmentsLarge Studio Close to Everything - Private PatioStudio,1BA$2,245
Woodland ArmsUnit 314Studio,1BA$2,275
Verandas Apartments1x11BR,1BA$2,395
Union Plaza ApartmentsStudio with ACStudio,1BA$2,450

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Stanford, CA and Nearby

As of September 09, 2025 the best value apartment in the Stanford 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 Stanford apartment is the 3BR/2BA Model at Merrilee Terrace Apartments starting at $4,995 with a $3.84 price per square foot in the Ventura neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Stanford apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Park Plaza3BR3BR,2BA$3.70
Merrilee Terrace Apartments3BR/2BA3BR,2BA$3.84
Briarwood Manor2 bedroom ; 1 bath2BR,1BA$3.33
Garden Oaks Apartments2 Bedroom2BR,1BA$3.13
Midtown Apartments2-Bedrooms, 1-Bathroom2BR,1BA$3.47
Southwood Apartments1x1A1BR,1BA$4.26
2044 Yale St2044 Yale St1BR,1BA$3.99
Woodland Park1-1 Apartment1BR,1BA$3.08
The Chalet at CurtnerChateau1BR,1BA$3.85
Verandas Apartments1x11BR,1BA$3.99

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Walk Score®

55 / 100

Somewhat Walkable

Some errands can be accomplished on foot

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86 / 100

Very Bikeable

Biking is convenient for most trips

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5 / 100

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It may be possible to get on a bus

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 $2,298 at Woodland Park.

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 $1,925 at Woodland Park.

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