Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Stanford University Neighborhood of Stanford, CA from $1,700 (23 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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The Acacia
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

The Acacia

231 Grant AvePalo Alto, CA 94306
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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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Partridge
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

Partridge

857 Partridge AveMenlo Park, CA 94025
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Hawthorne Gardens
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

Hawthorne Gardens

221-237 Hawthorne AvePalo Alto, CA 94301
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Briarwood Manor
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Briarwood Manor

908 Middle AveMenlo Park, CA 94025

Stanford University, Stanford, CA Local Guide

Cheapest Available Stanford University Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Stanford University area of San Jose, CA is a Studio unit found at Woodland Park priced from $1,700. Woodland Arms has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $2,095. Here are the most affordable Stanford University apartments for rent in San Jose, CA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Woodland ParkStudioStudio,1BA$1,700
Woodland ArmsUnit 212Studio,1BA$2,095
Stanford Garden ApartmentsLarge Studio Close to Everything - Private PatioStudio,1BA$2,145
3618 Alameda ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$2,895
Hawthorne Apartments2BR/1BA2BR,1BA$2,975

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Stanford University, CA

As of January 27, 2026 the best value apartment in the Stanford University 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 University 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 University apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Briarwood Manor3 bedroom ; 2 bath3BR,2BA$3.21
Park PlazaUnit 2A2BR,2BA$3.62
Hawthorne Apartments2BR/1BA2BR,1BA$2.70
Laurel Court ApartmentsPremier 2 Bedroom 1 Bathroom with Washer/Dryer2BR,1BA$4.20
Seven OaksK1BR,1BA$4.05
411 California AveA81BR,1BA$4.07
347-367 Everett Ave1x11BR,1BA$4.99
Woodland ParkStudioStudio ,1BA$3.38
Woodland ArmsUnit 205Studio ,1BA$4.29
Stanford Garden ApartmentsLarge Studio Close to Everything - Private PatioStudio ,1BA$4.29

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Stanford University, Stanford, CA

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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Stanford University Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Stanford University?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Stanford University is at Woodland Park listed at $1,700.

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

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Stanford University Apartment is $2,248 at Woodland Park.

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Stanford University Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Stanford University is starting from $1,925 at Woodland Park.

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