Cheap Apartments for Rent in Stanford, CA from $1,400 (30 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 2 Bedroom Apartments

The Atherton Oaks

425 Encinal AveMenlo Park, CA 94025

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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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The Chalet at Curtner
1 Bedroom Apartments

The Chalet at Curtner

380 Curtner AvePalo Alto, CA 94306
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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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Menlo Oaks Apartments
2 Bedroom Apartments

Menlo Oaks Apartments

840-842 Coleman AveMenlo Park, CA 94025
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Hawthorne Gardens
1 Bedroom Apartments

Hawthorne Gardens

221-237 Hawthorne AvePalo Alto, CA 94301
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242 Curtner Ave
1 Bedroom Apartments

242 Curtner Ave

242 Curtner AvePalo Alto, CA 94306
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Stanford, CA Local Guide

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 $1,700. Hawthorne Apartments in the Duveneck neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,950. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Stanford apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Woodland ParkStudioStudio,1BA$1,700
Hawthorne ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$1,950
Stanford Garden ApartmentsLarge Studio Close to Everything - Private PatioStudio,1BA$2,095
Coleman Apartmentscola11BR,1BA$2,195
Verandas Apartments1x11BR,1BA$2,395
The Pines ApartmentsUpdated 1 Bedroom with Hardwood1BR,1BA$2,695
Garden Oaks Apartments1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$2,795
Alma Street Apartments2x12BR,1BA$2,875
Midtown ApartmentsOne Bedroom One Bathroom1BR,1BA$2,995

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Stanford, CA and Nearby

As of June 23, 2025 the best value apartment in the Stanford area is the $2.79 price per square foot 2-2 Apartment Model at Woodland Park in the in the Duveneck neighborhood starting from $2,800. The second greatest value Stanford apartment is the 2-Bedrooms, 1-Bathroom Model at Midtown Apartments starting at $3,095 with a $3.71 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 ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Woodland Park2-2 Apartment2BR,2BA$2.79
Midtown Apartments2-Bedrooms, 1-Bathroom2BR,1BA$3.71
Garden Oaks Apartments1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$3.49
Park Terrace1x1 P1BR,1BA$4.05
Alma Street Apartments2x12BR,1BA$3.99
102 El Carmelo Ave, Unit 102102 El Carmelo Ave2BR,1BA$3.88
Midtown ApartmentsOne Bedroom One Bathroom1BR,1BA$4.18
Coleman Apartmentscola11BR,1BA$3.66
Verandas Apartments1x11BR,1BA$3.99
Stanford Garden ApartmentsLarge Studio Close to Everything - Private PatioStudio ,1BA$4.19

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Getting Around Stanford, CA

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55 / 100

Somewhat Walkable

Some errands can be accomplished on foot

Bike Score®

86 / 100

Very Bikeable

Biking is convenient for most trips

Transit Score®

5 / 100

Minimal Transit

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 $1,700.

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Stanford Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Stanford Apartment is $2,010 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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