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421 Forest Avenue #425A, Palo Alto, California 94301, United States|University South
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Neighborhood
| Downtown Palo Alto | Near Caltrain Station |
| Near Stanford Shuttle |
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One-time. Refundable.
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Dog Policy
Not allowed
Cat Policy
Not allowed
No pets allowed.
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Apartments in Palo AltoUniversity South 421 Forest Avenue #425A, Palo Alto, California 94301, United States
Apartments in Palo AltoUniversity South 421 Forest Avenue #425A, Palo Alto, California 94301, United StatesLocated in the heart of Downtown Palo Alto on Forest Ave. (between Waverley and Cowper) is this one of a kind property, which consists of only two distinct and highly unique, renovated historic duplexes.
Address details
| Neighborhood | University South |
|---|---|
| Zip code | 94301 |
| Type | Apartment for rent |
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Rent trends in University South
1-bedroom apartments at 421 Forest Avenue #425A cost about 5% less than the average rent price for 1-bedroom apartments in Palo Alto.
Median rents as of Dec 6 2025.
University South
Palo Alto
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| December 2023 | $3,322 |
| January 2024 | $3,082 |
| February 2024 | $2,707 |
| March 2024 | $2,725 |
| April 2024 | $2,783 |
| May 2024 | $2,904 |
| June 2024 | $2,894 |
| July 2024 | $2,972 |
| August 2024 | $2,997 |
| September 2024 | $3,378 |
| October 2024 | $3,341 |
| November 2024 | $3,372 |
| December 2024 | $3,198 |
| January 2025 | $3,219 |
| February 2025 | $3,087 |
| March 2025 | $3,190 |
| April 2025 | $3,415 |
| May 2025 | $3,373 |
| June 2025 | $3,201 |
| July 2025 | $3,201 |
| August 2025 | $3,015 |
| September 2025 | $3,083 |
| October 2025 | $2,992 |
| November 2025 | $2,972 |
| December 2025 | $3,015 |
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| December 2023 | $4,195 |
| January 2024 | $4,495 |
| February 2024 | $4,859 |
| March 2024 | $4,973 |
| April 2024 | $4,859 |
| May 2024 | $4,837 |
| June 2024 | $4,195 |
| July 2024 | $4,132 |
| August 2024 | $4,400 |
| September 2024 | $4,744 |
| October 2024 | $4,315 |
| November 2024 | $3,930 |
| December 2024 | $3,984 |
| January 2025 | $4,361 |
| February 2025 | $4,182 |
| March 2025 | $4,253 |
| April 2025 | $4,002 |
| May 2025 | $4,111 |
| June 2025 | $4,083 |
| July 2025 | $3,878 |
| August 2025 | $3,642 |
| September 2025 | $3,737 |
| October 2025 | $3,528 |
| November 2025 | $4,019 |
| December 2025 | $4,210 |
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Bedrooms
1 bedroomRent-to-income ratio
30%
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Rent history
The increase or decrease in monthly rent compared to the previous listing price.| Bath | |||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 11 months ago | $3,695 | 1 bed | 1 bath |
Schools near 421 Forest Avenue #425A
Addison Elementary School
650 addison ave
palo alto, CA, 94301
K-5Public
A+
Ohlone Elementary School
950 amarillo ave
palo alto, CA, 94303
K-5Public
A+
Herbert Hoover Elementary School
445 e charleston rd
palo alto, CA, 94306
K-5Public
A+
Greendell
4120 midfield rd
palo alto, CA, 94303
K-12Public
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Neighborhood
University South | Palo Alto, CA
NEIGHBORHOOD VIBE
Peaceful and quiet
Noise-canceling headphones not required in this mostly noise free area.
Getting around Palo Alto near 421 Forest Avenue #425A
Walking
8/10
No car? No problem. Everything you need is within a few blocks.
Driving
6/10
This area is close to freeways and has adequate parking options.
Cycling
8/10
Peddling isn’t a problem with cyclist-friendly streets and bikeable destinations.
Transit
5/10
Frequent public transit options are within walking distance.
Points of interest for 421 Forest Avenue #425A, Palo Alto
Groceries
9/10
At least one supermarket within a 10-minute walk
Shopping
8/10
Wide variety of shops within a few minutes' walk
Cafes
6/10
Variety of cafés within a few minutes' walk
Restaurants
8/10
Variety of restaurants within a few minutes' walk
Primary schools
8/10
At least one elementary school within a 10-minute walk
High schools
6/10
At least one high school within a 15-minute walk
Parks
6/10
Large amount of park space nearby
Nightlife
4/10
Some bars within walking distance
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