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1h ago
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Studio–2 beds
1–2 baths
$2,650–$4,265
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4d ago
Verified
271 Curtner Avenue #271, Palo Alto, CA 94306
Air conditioning | On-site laundry | Assigned parking
2 beds
1 bath
$3,695
$3,495
Price drop
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Available Nov 21
5d+ ago
Verified
725 Cowper Street #45, Palo Alto, CA 94301
On-site laundry | Balcony | Hardwood floor
2 beds
2 baths
$4,750
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Available Dec 2
2h 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
Verified
737 Sutter Avenue #1, Palo Alto, CA 94303
Balcony | Assigned parking | Outdoor space
1 bed
1 bath
$2,600
Apartment for rent
Available Dec 10
19h ago
University South apartment for rent in Palo Alto
1 bed
1 bath
$3,995
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Available Dec 11
1d ago
Barron Park apartment for rent in Palo Alto
2 beds
1 bath
$2,995
Apartment for rent
Available Dec 11
1d ago
University South apartment for rent in Palo Alto
1 bed
1 bath
$3,995
Apartment for rent
Available Dec 11
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18h ago
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1 bed
1 bath
$7,147
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18h ago
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1 bed
1 bath
$3,270
$2,640
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Air Conditioning
Assigned Parking
In-Unit Laundry
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18h ago
Verified
715 Everett Avenue #1762, Palo Alto, CA 94301
Furnished | Air conditioning | On-site laundry
1–3 beds
1–2 baths
$3,210–$7,720
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18h ago
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1 bed
1 bath
$4,000
$3,760
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18h ago
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2 beds
1 bath
$6,070
$5,440
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18h ago
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1 bed
1 bath
$4,220
$3,990
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18h ago
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1 bed
1 bath
$4,550
$4,060
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18h ago
Verified
3 beds
2 baths
$5,970
$5,390
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18h ago
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837 Cowper Street #1289, Palo Alto, CA 94301
Furnished | Air conditioning | On-site laundry
1–2 beds
1–2 baths
$3,890–$5,360
Price drop
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18h ago
Verified
535 Everett Avenue #1230, Palo Alto, CA 94301
Furnished | Air conditioning | On-site laundry
Studio–1 bed
1 bath
$4,020–$4,330
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18h ago
Verified
565 Arastradero Road #275, Palo Alto, CA 94306
In-unit laundry | Furnished | Air conditioning
1 bed
1 bath
$4,150
Apartment for rent
1d ago
Verified
1 bed
1 bath
$3,950
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1d ago
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2 beds
1 bath
$5,020
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1d ago
Verified
501 Forest Avenue #1254, Palo Alto, CA 94301
Furnished | Air conditioning | On-site laundry
1–2 beds
1–2 baths
$5,430–$6,070
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1d ago
Verified
345 Sheridan Avenue #2016, Palo Alto, CA 94306
In-unit laundry | Furnished | Air conditioning
1–2 beds
1–2 baths
$4,370–$4,450
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5d+ ago
Verified
3 beds
3 baths
$8,420
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5d+ ago
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3 beds
2 baths
$7,090
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5d+ ago
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3 beds
2 baths
$4,888
House for rent
Available Nov 18
6h ago
1 bed
1 bath
$3,050–$3,200
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Apartment for rent
19h ago
1 bed
1 bath
$3,245
Apartment for rent
2d ago
4250 West El Camino Real, Palo Alto, CA 94306
In-unit laundry | Air conditioning | Garage parking
1 bed
1 bath
$2,220
Condo for rent
2d 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
$3,000
Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
Downtown North condo for rent in Palo Alto
535 Everett Avenue #242, Palo Alto, CA 94301
In-unit laundry | Furnished | Air conditioning
1 bed
1 bath
$1,700
Condo for rent
5d+ ago
Green Acres house for rent in Palo Alto
580 Arastradero Road #191, Palo Alto, CA 94306
In-unit laundry | Furnished | Air conditioning
1 bed
1 bath
$1,800
House for rent
5d+ ago
Downtown North condo for rent in Palo Alto
425 Alma Street, Palo Alto, CA 94301
In-unit laundry | Air conditioning | Balcony
1 bed
1 bath
$1,800
Condo for rent
3h ago
580 Arastradero Road, Palo Alto, CA 94306
In-unit laundry | Furnished | Air conditioning
2 beds
2 baths
$5,500–$5,900
Apartment for rent
8h ago
2 beds
1 bath
$2,850
Apartment for rent
9h ago
1 bed
1 bath
$3,195
Apartment for rent
1d ago
Southgate house for rent in Palo Alto
1 Park Blvd, Palo Alto, CA 94303
Furnished | Hardwood floor | Microwave
1 bed
1 bath
$800
House for rent
Available Nov 25
2d ago
500 Palo Alto Ave, Palo Alto, CA 94301
On-site laundry | Swimming pool | Storage
2 beds
1 bath
$4,200
Apartment for rent
2d ago
House for rent in Palo Alto
3 beds
3 baths
$7,500
$6,995
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2d ago
Barron Park house for rent in Palo Alto
3 beds
2 baths
$5,900
House for rent
2d ago
Midtown apartment for rent in Palo Alto
2 beds
1 bath
$3,450
Apartment for rent
Available Nov 9
2d ago
3085 Middlefield Rd, Palo Alto, CA 94306
In-unit laundry | Swimming pool | Hardwood floor
1–2 beds
1 bath
$2,845–$3,595
Apartment for rent
3d ago
4 beds
3 baths
$8,950
Apartment for rent
3d ago
Midtown house for rent in Palo Alto
3 beds
2 baths
$6,500
House for rent
3d ago
Monroe Park apartment for rent in Palo Alto
2 beds
1 bath
$2,900
Apartment for rent
Available Nov 25
4d ago
Old Palo Alto townhouse for rent in Palo Alto
3 beds
2 baths
$7,000
House for rent
5d+ ago
Leland Manor house for rent in Palo Alto
4 beds
3 baths
$13,000
$12,000
Price drop
House for rent
5d+ ago
Downtown North apartment for rent in Palo Alto
1 bed
1 bath
$2,800
Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
Midtown apartment for rent in Palo Alto
1094 Tanland Drive #084B, Palo Alto, CA 94303
In-unit laundry | Furnished | Air conditioning
1 bed
1 bath
$1,700
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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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