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22h ago
Verified
Studio–2 beds
1–2 baths
$2,495–$3,895
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5d+ ago
Verified
3 beds
2.5 baths
$5,820
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4d ago
4250 El Camino Real, Palo Alto, CA 94306
In-unit laundry | Air conditioning | On-site laundry
1 bed
1 bath
$3,044
Condo for rent
5d+ ago
Verified
3 beds
2.5 baths
$7,130
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5d+ ago
Barron Park apartment for rent in Palo Alto
1 bed
1 bath
$2,545
Apartment for rent
Available Mar 24
5d+ ago
Barron Park apartment for rent in Palo Alto
1 bed
1 bath
$2,445
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Available Mar 24
6h ago
Verified
801 Middlefield Rd #1710, Palo Alto, CA 94301
Furnished | On-site laundry | Balcony
2 beds
2 baths
$5,920
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6h ago
Verified
565 Arastradero Rd #275, Palo Alto, CA 94306
In-unit laundry | Furnished | Air conditioning
1 bed
1 bath
$4,410
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14h ago
Verified
2 beds
1 bath
$6,490
$5,010
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14h ago
Verified
837 Cowper St #1014, Palo Alto, CA 94301
In-unit laundry | Furnished | Air conditioning
1–2 beds
1–2 baths
$4,360–$6,270
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Air Conditioning
Assigned Parking
Dishwasher
On-Site Laundry
14h ago
Verified
501 Forest Ave #1255, Palo Alto, CA 94301
Furnished | Air conditioning | On-site laundry
1–2 beds
1–2 baths
$5,710–$6,110
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1d ago
Verified
535 Everett Ave #1230, Palo Alto, CA 94301
Furnished | Air conditioning | On-site laundry
Studio–1 bed
1 bath
$3,900–$4,750
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1d ago
Verified
1 bed
1 bath
$4,600
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1d ago
Verified
1 bed
1 bath
$4,340
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1d ago
Verified
715 Everett Ave #1763, Palo Alto, CA 94301
Furnished | Air conditioning | On-site laundry
1–2 beds
1 bath
$4,370–$5,580
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1d ago
Verified
2 beds
1 bath
$5,240
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1d ago
Verified
345 Sheridan Ave #2016, Palo Alto, CA 94306
In-unit laundry | Furnished | Air conditioning
1–2 beds
1–2 baths
$4,820–$4,850
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Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
Verified
1 bed
1 bath
$4,290
House for rent
5d+ ago
Verified
1 bed
1 bath
$4,710
$3,690
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Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
Verified
1 bed
1 bath
$3,560
Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
Verified
3 beds
3 baths
$5,580
House for rent
6h 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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8h 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
3d ago
1 bed
1 bath
$3,245
Apartment for rent
7h ago
University South townhouse for rent in Palo Alto
3 beds
2.5 baths
$1,850
House for rent
Available Apr 15
22h ago
Downtown North apartment for rent in Palo Alto
1 bed
1 bath
$3,600
Apartment for rent
2d ago
2 beds
1 bath
$2,995
Apartment for rent
2d ago
1 bed
1 bath
$2,495
Apartment for rent
2d ago
College Terrace house for rent in Palo Alto
3 beds
1 bath
$5,995
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2d ago
Midtown apartment for rent in Palo Alto
On-site laundry | Dishwasher | Oven
1 bed
1 bath
$2,800
Apartment for rent
2d ago
Evergreen Park house for rent in Palo Alto
345 Sheridan Ave, Palo Alto, CA 94306
In-unit laundry | Air conditioning | Garage parking
2 beds
2 baths
$3,000
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2d ago
580 Arastradero Rd, Palo Alto, CA 94306
In-unit laundry | Furnished | Air conditioning
2 beds
2 baths
$5,000
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3d ago
Duveneck - St. Francis house for rent in Palo Alto
4 beds
3 baths
$9,695
House for rent
Available Apr 15
4d ago
Evergreen Park apartment for rent in Palo Alto
2 beds
2 baths
$3,400
Apartment for rent
Available Mar 21
5d+ ago
Evergreen Park condo for rent in Palo Alto
1 bed
1 bath
$3,300
Condo for rent
5d+ ago
Midtown condo for rent in Palo Alto
2 beds
1 bath
$3,695
$3,345
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Condo for rent
5d+ ago
Barron Park townhouse for rent in Palo Alto
1 bed
1 bath
$2,975
House for rent
Available Apr 8
5d+ ago
University South apartment for rent in Palo Alto
2 beds
2 baths
$9,795
Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
Midtown house for rent in Palo Alto
2 beds
2 baths
$6,500
House for rent
5d+ ago
Downtown North apartment for rent in Palo Alto
Garage parking | Assigned parking | Central heat
2 beds
1 bath
$4,200
Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
University South apartment for rent in Palo Alto
345 Forest Ave #211, Palo Alto, CA 94301
On-site laundry
Studio
1 bath
$2,950
Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
Duveneck - St. Francis house for rent in Palo Alto
2 beds
1 bath
$5,500
House for rent
5d+ ago
Evergreen Park condo for rent in Palo Alto
435 Sheridan Ave #103, Palo Alto, CA 94306
Garage parking | Balcony | Hardwood floor
3 beds
2 baths
$6,300
Condo for rent
Available Apr 10
5d+ ago
Midtown condo for rent in Palo Alto
2701 Alma St #2705, Palo Alto, CA 94306
Furnished | Air conditioning | On-site laundry
1 bed
1 bath
$2,495
Condo for rent
Available Apr 16
5d+ ago
Midtown apartment for rent in Palo Alto
737 Sutter Ave #1, Palo Alto, CA 94303
Balcony | Assigned parking | Outdoor space
1 bed
1 bath
$2,650
Apartment for rent
Available Mar 13
5d+ ago
Midtown house for rent in Palo Alto
3 beds
1 bath
$5,800
House for rent
5d+ ago
Apartment for rent in Palo Alto
411 California Ave ## A5, Palo Alto, CA 94306
Carpet | Business center | Dishwasher
1 bed
1 bath
$2,950
Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
Crescent Park house for rent in Palo Alto
4 beds
3.5 baths
$11,000
House for rent
5d+ ago
Ventura apartment for rent in Palo Alto
267 Curtner Ave #26, Palo Alto, CA 94306
On-site laundry | Balcony | Assigned parking
2 beds
2 baths
$3,250
Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
Charleston Meadow house for rent in Palo Alto
4 beds
2 baths
$7,000
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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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