Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Stanford University Neighborhood of Stanford, CA from $1,600 (67 Rentals)

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Woodland Park
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$1,675 - $4,190
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$1,675 - $4,190
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Studio to 4 Bedroom Apartments Available Now

Woodland Park

45 Newell RdEast Palo Alto, CA 94303
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property at 1056 Noel Dr

$3,360

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$3,360
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$3,360

Studio, 1 Bath Home for Rent

Available Nov 16

1056 Noel Dr

Menlo ParkCA94025
property at 820 Kipling St

$3,570

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$3,570
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$3,570

1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Rentals

Available Oct 29

820 Kipling St

Palo AltoCA94301

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property at 2140 Santa Cruz Ave

$4,500

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$4,500
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2 Bedroom, 2 Bath Condo for Rent

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2140 Santa Cruz Ave, Unit A210

2140 Santa Cruz Ave
Menlo ParkCA94025
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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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Woodland Circle
1 Bedroom Apartments

Woodland Circle

1637 Woodland AveEast Palo Alto, CA 94303
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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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Live Oak Ave
1 Bedroom Apartments

Live Oak Ave

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

857 Partridge Ave

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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Villa Toscana
1 Bedroom Apartments

Villa Toscana

272-290 Everett AvePalo Alto, CA 94301
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Oak Creek Apartments
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Oak Creek Apartments

1600 Sand Hill RdPalo Alto, CA 94304
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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 $1,675. Stanford Garden Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $2,395. Here are the most affordable Stanford University apartments for rent in San Jose, CA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Woodland ParkStudioStudio,1BA$1,675
Stanford Garden ApartmentsLarge Studio Close to Everything - Private PatioStudio,1BA$2,395
The Pines ApartmentsUpdated 1 Bedroom with Bamboo1BR,1BA$2,895
Hawthorne Apartments2BR/1BA2BR,1BA$2,975
Laurel Oaks ApartmentsPremier 1 Bedroom with Washer/Dryer1BR,1BA$3,495
Park PlazaUnit 3253BR,2BA$4,400
Birch Plaza2053BR,2BA$6,700
Springline2Bed/2Bath S - Premium2BR,2BA$11,246

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Stanford University, CA

As of June 13, 2026 the best value apartment in the Stanford University area is the $3.78 price per square foot 205 Model at Birch Plaza in the in the Duveneck neighborhood starting from $6,700. The second greatest value Stanford University apartment is the Unit 325 Model at Park Plaza starting at $4,400 with a $2.96 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.
Birch Plaza2053BR,2.5BA$3.78
Park PlazaUnit 3253BR,2BA$2.96
Springline2Bed/2Bath S - Signature2BR,2BA$10.12
Hawthorne Apartments2BR/1BA2BR,1BA$2.70
Woodland Park2x22BR,2BA$3.15
2046 Yale St2046 Yale St1BR,1BA$3.99
Laurel Oaks ApartmentsPremier 1 Bedroom with Washer/Dryer1BR,1BA$5.92
Stanford Garden ApartmentsLarge Studio Close to Everything - Private PatioStudio ,1BA$4.79
The Pines ApartmentsUpdated 1 Bedroom with Bamboo1BR,1BA$5.97

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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 $1,675.

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

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Stanford University Apartment is $1,925 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 $2,800 at Woodland Park.

What is the most affordable Stanford University Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Stanford University Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Woodland Park and starts from $3,540.

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