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16h ago
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Studio–2 beds
1–2 baths
$2,885–$4,095
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5d+ ago
Midtown apartment for rent in Palo Alto
2 beds
1 bath
$3,995
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Available Sep 9
17h ago
Verified
3553 Alma St #02, Palo Alto, CA 94306
In-unit laundry | Balcony | Outdoor space
2 beds
1.5 baths
$4,250
Apartment for rent
Available Aug 13
1h ago
Verified
801 Middlefield Rd #1946, Palo Alto, CA 94301
Furnished | On-site laundry | Assigned parking
2 beds
2 baths
$6,720
Price drop
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9h ago
Verified
837 Cowper St #1381, Palo Alto, CA 94301
Furnished | Air conditioning | On-site laundry
1–2 beds
1–2 baths
$4,080–$6,240
Apartment for rent
9h ago
Verified
535 Everett Ave #1230, Palo Alto, CA 94301
Furnished | Air conditioning | On-site laundry
Studio–1 bed
1 bath
$3,870–$4,450
Apartment for rent
9h ago
Verified
345 Sheridan Ave #2016, Palo Alto, CA 94306
In-unit laundry | Furnished | Air conditioning
1–2 beds
1–2 baths
$4,320–$6,110
Price drop
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9h ago
Verified
1 bed
1 bath
$3,790
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9h ago
Verified
501 Forest Ave #1298, Palo Alto, CA 94301
Furnished | Air conditioning | On-site laundry
1–2 beds
1–2 baths
$6,370–$6,500
Apartment for rent
9h ago
Verified
565 Arastradero Rd #705, Palo Alto, CA 94306
In-unit laundry | Furnished | Air conditioning
1 bed
1 bath
$4,160
Apartment for rent
Air Conditioning
Dishwasher
Assigned Parking
Central Heat
18h ago
Verified
2865 Park Blvd #675, Palo Alto, CA 94306
In-unit laundry | Furnished | Air conditioning
2 beds
2 baths
$5,200
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2d ago
Verified
715 Everett Ave #1763, Palo Alto, CA 94301
Furnished | Air conditioning | On-site laundry
1–3 beds
1–2 baths
$4,400–$7,060
Price drop
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5d+ ago
Verified
1 bed
1 bath
$4,060
Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
Verified
1 bed
1 bath
$4,200
Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
Verified
3 beds
2.5 baths
$7,700
$6,210
Price drop
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5d+ ago
Verified
2 beds
1 bath
$6,150
$4,760
Price drop
Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
Verified
1 bed
1 bath
$4,250
Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
Verified
3 beds
3 baths
$6,570
House for rent
5d+ ago
Verified
1 bed
1 bath
$4,090
$3,390
Price drop
Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
Verified
1 bed
1 bath
$4,780
$3,500
Price drop
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5d+ ago
Verified
2 beds
1 bath
$5,660
Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
Verified
3 beds
2.5 baths
$5,780
House for rent
18h ago
University South apartment for rent in Palo Alto
2 beds
2 baths
$6,000
$5,500
Price drop
Apartment for rent
2d ago
2 beds
1 bath
$4,450
Apartment for rent
4d ago
Evergreen Park condo for rent in Palo Alto
1 bed
1 bath
$3,100
$3,000
Price drop
Condo for rent
Available Aug 13
5d+ ago
Crescent Park apartment for rent in Palo Alto
1 bed
1 bath
$2,400
Apartment for rent
13h ago
Charleston Meadow house for rent in Palo Alto
4151 El Camino Way #I, Palo Alto, CA 94306
In-unit laundry | Air conditioning | Garage parking
1 bed
1 bath
$1,700
House for rent
17h ago
Professorville apartment for rent in Palo Alto
1 bed
1 bath
$3,200
Apartment for rent
17h ago
Evergreen Park apartment for rent in Palo Alto
2 beds
1 bath
$3,900
Apartment for rent
22h ago
Charleston Meadow house for rent in Palo Alto
2 beds
1 bath
$3,990
House for rent
1d ago
University South apartment for rent in Palo Alto
1 bed
1 bath
$3,500
Apartment for rent
1d ago
Old Palo Alto house for rent in Palo Alto
2 beds
1.5 baths
$5,695
House for rent
Available Sep 15
4d ago
University South apartment for rent in Palo Alto
345 Forest Ave #301, Palo Alto, CA 94301
On-site laundry | Ceiling fan
Studio
1 bath
$2,950
Apartment for rent
4d ago
University South apartment for rent in Palo Alto
345 Forest Ave #304, Palo Alto, CA 94301
On-site laundry | Ceiling fan
Studio
1 bath
$2,950
Apartment for rent
4d ago
4115 El Camino Real, Palo Alto, CA 94306
In-unit laundry | Air conditioning | Garage parking
1–3 beds
1–2 baths
$6,550–$12,800
Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
Evergreen Park condo for rent in Palo Alto
1 bed
1 bath
$3,500
Condo for rent
5d+ ago
580 Arastradero Rd, Palo Alto, CA 94306
In-unit laundry | Furnished | Air conditioning
2 beds
2 baths
$5,950
Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
Downtown North apartment for rent in Palo Alto
100 Webster St #E, Palo Alto, CA 94301
In-unit laundry | On-site laundry | Assigned parking
2 beds
1 bath
$4,000
$3,800
Price drop
Apartment for rent
Available Jan 15
5d+ ago
Duveneck - St. Francis house for rent in Palo Alto
527 Hilbar Ln, Palo Alto, CA 94303
Garage parking | On-site laundry | Hardwood floor
6 beds
3.5 baths
$14,995
$13,995
Price drop
House for rent
5d+ ago
Duveneck - St. Francis house for rent in Palo Alto
2066 Sandalwood Ct, Palo Alto, CA 94303
In-unit laundry | Garage parking | Dishwasher
4 beds
2 baths
$7,400
$6,850
Price drop
House for rent
5d+ ago
House for rent in Palo Alto
4 beds
2 baths
$9,000
House for rent
5d+ ago
Midtown house for rent in Palo Alto
4 beds
2.5 baths
$8,500
House for rent
5d+ ago
College Terrace house for rent in Palo Alto
Garage parking | Fireplace | Dishwasher
2 beds
1 bath
$4,745
House for rent
5d+ ago
Old Palo Alto house for rent in Palo Alto
595 Seale Ave, Palo Alto, CA 94301
In-unit laundry | Furnished | Assigned parking
3 beds
2 baths
$20,000
House for rent
Available Sep 22
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 Oct 3
5d+ ago
Duveneck - St. Francis house for rent in Palo Alto
4 beds
3.5 baths
$12,000
House for rent
Available Jul 3
5d+ ago
Midtown house for rent in Palo Alto
820 Colorado Ave, Palo Alto, CA 94303
In-unit laundry | Furnished | Air conditioning
4 beds
3 baths
$12,000
House for rent
Available Jan 6
5d+ ago
Palo Verde house for rent in Palo Alto
5 beds
3 baths
$11,495
$9,995
Price drop
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
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As of today, Palo Alto's median rent price is $4,400 per month, which is up 14%, or $533, compared to last year.
Median rent
$4,400
YoY change
+14%
+$533/mo
Rentals, last 30 days
61
| Size | Value | YoY |
|---|---|---|
| All bedrooms | $4,400 | +14% |
| 1 bedroom | $3,420 | N/A |
| 2 bedroom | $4,722 | N/A |
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.
Based on Zumper's July 2026 data, one-bedroom apartments in Palo Alto average around $3,480/month and two-bedrooms approximately $4,670/month.
Winter months like December and January offer the best rental deals in Palo Alto, with rents running about 15% lower than peak summer prices. April and May are the most competitive months with higher demand relative to available inventory.
Midtown and Downtown North lead for social connectivity with high walk scores and transit access, while St. Claire Gardens generates the highest consumer interest at over 6 times the market average.
Ventura offers the most affordable option with one-bedrooms around $2,030/month, representing 34% savings below the city median. Downtown North and Midtown also provide more accessible alternatives with median rents around $3,750 and $3,820 respectively.
Evergreen Park and Midtown welcome pet owners with no breed restrictions, dedicated pet spaces, and pet-safe windows. Barron Park and Monroe Park also cater to pets with comprehensive waste facilities and ample outdoor areas.
In our current listings, utilities-included rentals are extremely rare in Palo Alto, showing up in just 0.04% of units, with one-bedrooms leading at 0.05% of listings.
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 2026 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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