
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Stanford, CA from $1,700 (40 Rentals)
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1736 Woodland Ave

Wilton Court

Woodland Arms

Stanford Garden Apartments

Woodland Circle

Hawthorne Apartments

Union Plaza Apartments
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159 Emerson St

230 - Atherton Park Forest

The Pines Apartments

Stanford Villa

Greentree Apartments

670 Live Oak Ave

The Acacia

488 James Rd
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The Atherton Oaks

523-529 Matadero Ave

Coleman Apartments

Menlo Oaks Apartments

The Redwoods

Chestnut Avenue Apartments

Webster Oak Apartments

Menlo Park Apartments
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Live Oak Ave

542 Forest Ave

The Chalet at Curtner

357-359 Hawthorne Ave

Boardwalk Park Place Apartments

Partridge

3618 Alameda Apartments

Stanford Avenue Apartments
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Hawthorne Gardens

The Midfield Apartments

242 Curtner Ave

1466 San Antonio

Arastradero West

577 Vista Ave

Briarwood Manor

Middlefield Apartments
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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Stanford?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Stanford Studio Apartments | $2,490 | $1,700 | $8,539 |
| Stanford 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,415 | $2,200 | $8,022 |
| Stanford 2 Bedroom Apartments | $4,534 | $2,750 | $9,689 |
| Stanford 3 Bedroom Apartments | $6,936 | $4,441 | $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 $1,700. Woodland Arms in the Duveneck neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $2,095. 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 | $1,700 |
| Woodland Arms | Unit 212 | Studio,1BA | $2,095 |
| Stanford Garden Apartments | Large Studio Close to Everything - Private Patio | Studio,1BA | $2,145 |
| Union Plaza Apartments | Studio with AC | Studio,1BA | $2,450 |
| 230 - Atherton Park Forest | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2,500 |
| Stanford Villa | Studio | Studio,1BA | $2,675 |
| 3618 Alameda Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $2,895 |
| Layne Court Apartments | 1x1w | 1BR,1BA | $2,945 |
| Hawthorne Apartments | 2BR/1BA | 2BR,1BA | $2,975 |
| Midtown Apartments | 2-Bedrooms, 1-Bathroom | 2BR,1BA | $3,095 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Stanford, CA and Nearby
As of January 28, 2026 the best value apartment in the Stanford area is the $3.21 price per square foot 3 bedroom ; 2 bath Model at Briarwood Manor in the in the Pine Forest neighborhood starting from $4,495. The second greatest value Stanford apartment is the Unit 2A Model at Park Plaza starting at $4,200 with a $3.62 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Briarwood Manor | 3 bedroom ; 2 bath | 3BR,2BA | $3.21 |
| Park Plaza | Unit 2A | 2BR,2BA | $3.62 |
| Hawthorne Apartments | 2BR/1BA | 2BR,1BA | $2.70 |
| Verandas Apartments | 2x1 W/D | 2BR,1BA | $3.60 |
| Midtown Apartments | Two Bedroom 1.5 Bathroom | 2BR,1.5BA | $3.63 |
| Seven Oaks | K | 1BR,1BA | $4.05 |
| 3133 Alma St, Unit 3133 | 3133 Alma St | 2BR,1BA | $3.51 |
| Midtown Apartments | 2-Bedrooms, 1-Bathroom | 2BR,1BA | $3.71 |
| 411 California Ave | A8 | 1BR,1BA | $4.07 |
| Woodland Park | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $3.38 |
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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 $1,700.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Stanford Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Stanford Apartment is $2,248 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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