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14h ago
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565 Arastradero Road, Palo Alto, CA 94306
In-unit laundry | Furnished | Air conditioning
Studio–3 beds
1–2 baths
$3,275–$7,500
Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
Midtown house for rent in Palo Alto
4 beds
2 baths
$8,350
House for rent
1d ago
Verified
Studio–2 beds
1–2 baths
$2,675–$4,265
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18h ago
Verified
1 bed
1 bath
$3,740
$2,670
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18h ago
Verified
1 bed
1 bath
$3,770
$3,370
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18h ago
Verified
1 bed
1 bath
$3,570
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18h ago
Verified
2 beds
1 bath
$5,070
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18h ago
Verified
1 bed
1 bath
$3,280
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18h ago
Verified
501 Forest Avenue #1254, Palo Alto, CA 94301
Furnished | Air conditioning | On-site laundry
1–2 beds
1–2 baths
$4,260–$5,770
Price drop
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18h ago
Verified
345 Sheridan Avenue #2016, Palo Alto, CA 94306
In-unit laundry | Furnished | Air conditioning
1–2 beds
1–2 baths
$4,370–$4,550
Price drop
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Dishwasher
In-Unit Laundry
Assigned Parking
Air Conditioning
1d ago
Verified
1 bed
1 bath
$2,850
$2,580
Price drop
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1d ago
Verified
715 Everett Avenue #1752, Palo Alto, CA 94301
Furnished | Air conditioning | On-site laundry
1–3 beds
1–2 baths
$3,550–$8,030
Price drop
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1d ago
Verified
2 beds
2 baths
$12,930
$12,690
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1d ago
Verified
1 bed
1 bath
$3,660
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1d ago
Verified
2 beds
1 bath
$5,210
$4,960
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1d ago
Verified
3 beds
2 baths
$6,010
$5,880
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1d ago
Verified
3 beds
2 baths
$7,180
$7,060
Price drop
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1d ago
Verified
837 Cowper Street #1289, Palo Alto, CA 94301
Furnished | Air conditioning | On-site laundry
1–2 beds
1–2 baths
$3,960–$5,460
Price drop
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1d ago
Verified
535 Everett Avenue #1230, Palo Alto, CA 94301
Furnished | Air conditioning | On-site laundry
Studio–1 bed
1 bath
$3,860–$3,990
Price drop
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4d ago
Verified
3 beds
2 baths
$4,888
House for rent
Available Nov 18
5d+ ago
Verified
3 beds
3 baths
$8,490
$8,380
Price drop
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1d ago
1 bed
1 bath
$3,245
Apartment for rent
3d ago
1 bed
1 bath
$3,200
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3d ago
166 Bryant Street, Palo Alto, CA 94301
In-unit laundry | Assigned parking | Storage
1 bed
1 bath
$3,595
Apartment for rent
Available Aug 1
5h ago
580 Arastradero Road, Palo Alto, CA 94306
In-unit laundry | Furnished | Air conditioning
2–3 beds
2–3 baths
$5,500–$6,925
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1d ago
3085 Middlefield Rd, Palo Alto, CA 94306
In-unit laundry | Swimming pool | Hardwood floor
1–2 beds
1 bath
$2,845–$3,595
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2d ago
University South house for rent in Palo Alto
4 beds
3 baths
$8,750
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3d ago
Midtown house for rent in Palo Alto
3 beds
1 bath
$4,395
House for rent
3d ago
St. Claire Gardens house for rent in Palo Alto
3271 Alma Street #NA, Palo Alto, CA 94306
In-unit laundry | On-site laundry | Assigned parking
3 beds
2 baths
$4,888
House for rent
Available Nov 18
3d ago
500 Palo Alto Ave, Palo Alto, CA 94301
On-site laundry | Swimming pool | Storage
2 beds
1 bath
$4,200
Apartment for rent
3d ago
2 beds
1 bath
$3,150
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3d ago
131 Greenmeadow Way, Palo Alto, CA 94306
In-unit laundry | Air conditioning | Balcony
1 bed
1 bath
$2,200
Apartment for rent
3d ago
1 bed
1 bath
$2,220
Condo for rent
3d ago
2 beds
1 bath
$2,895
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4d ago
4 beds
3 baths
$8,950
Apartment for rent
4d ago
1 bed
1 bath
$3,195
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5d+ ago
Greenmeadow house for rent in Palo Alto
3 beds
2 baths
$5,995
House for rent
Available Dec 22
5d+ ago
House for rent in Palo Alto
Garage parking
3 beds
3 baths
$7,500
House for rent
5d+ ago
Midtown townhouse for rent in Palo Alto
3 beds
3 baths
$6,000
House for rent
5d+ ago
Midtown apartment for rent in Palo Alto
2701 Alma St, Palo Alto, CA 94306
Furnished | Air conditioning | Assigned parking
2 beds
1 bath
$2,700
Apartment for rent
Available Nov 15
5d+ ago
Barron Park house for rent in Palo Alto
3 beds
2 baths
$6,100
House for rent
5d+ ago
Crescent Park house for rent in Palo Alto
5 beds
3 baths
$17,500
House for rent
5d+ ago
Monroe Park apartment for rent in Palo Alto
1 bed
1 bath
$2,800
Apartment for rent
Available Oct 9
5d+ ago
House for rent in Palo Alto
1 bed
1 bath
$1,000
House for rent
Available Oct 4
5d+ ago
Townhouse for rent in Palo Alto
3743 Klamath Ln, Palo Alto, CA 94303
In-unit laundry | Furnished | Air conditioning
3 beds
3 baths
$8,000
House for rent
Available Feb 12
5d+ ago
Midtown house for rent in Palo Alto
820 Colorado Ave, Palo Alto, CA 94303
In-unit laundry | Furnished | Air conditioning
3 beds
3 baths
$12,000
House for rent
Available Jan 30
5d+ ago
Evergreen Park townhouse for rent in Palo Alto
2573 Park Blvd Apt U204, Palo Alto, CA 94306
In-unit laundry | Air conditioning | Balcony
2 beds
2 baths
$3,900
House for rent
5d+ ago
Barron Park condo for rent in Palo Alto
1 bed
1 bath
$1,961
Condo for rent
Available Nov 1
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Palo Alto, CA, is often described by residents as lively and vibrant, with a plethora of dining options and recreational activities. Many enjoy the accessibility to parks and the strong emphasis on technology and education, thanks to its proximity to Stanford University and numerous tech companies. While locals appreciate the walkable neighborhoods and public transit, some express concern about the high cost of living and housing prices, which can be challenging for renters navigating the area.
The average rent for a 1-bedroom apartment in Palo Alto, CA is approximately $3,468, while a 2-bedroom apartment averages around $4,437.
In Palo Alto, CA, rents have seen a slight overall increase of about 1.6%. Specifically, the average cost of a 1-bedroom has decreased by about 12.8%, while 2-bedrooms have increased by 2.6%.
November is the least competitive month for apartment hunting in Palo Alto, making it potentially the best time to find a deal. In contrast, May is the most competitive month with higher demand.
Charleston Meadow, St. Claire Gardens, Midtown, and Downtown North are among the best neighborhoods, especially for those prioritizing pet friendliness and community living.
Midtown is a great option for budget-conscious renters, offering 1-bedroom rents at $2,870 per month, which is 5% lower than the city median.
Yes, approximately 37.48% of listings in Palo Alto are pet-friendly, with neighborhoods like Charleston Meadow and Midtown being particularly accommodating.
About 27% of rental listings in Palo Alto include utilities in the rent.
Zumper’s proprietary rental data fuels our analysis. Rent and market trends, availability, neighborhood popularity, and lifestyle scores are all calculated using real-time and 2024 rental inventory and prices.
Our Lifestyle Categories ("great for eco-living," "great for social life," "great for pet owners," etc.) are determined by set criteria, against which we score each listing and its available features. At the neighborhood level, we calculate the listing count for each category to determine which lifestyles best fit each area.
Zumper, founded in 2012, is North America’s largest privately-owned rental platform, offering over 1 million listings across the U.S. and Canada. Stay informed on the latest trends and shifts in the rental market with our monthly National Rent Report, your go-to resource for key insights into the evolving rental landscape.
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