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4d ago
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565 Arastradero Rd, Palo Alto, CA 94306
In-unit laundry | Furnished | Air conditioning
Studio–3 beds
1–2 baths
$3,275–$7,500
Apartment for rent
1h ago
Verified
Studio–2 beds
1–2 baths
$2,705–$4,365
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5d+ ago
Midtown house for rent in Palo Alto
4 beds
2 baths
$8,350
House for rent
5d+ ago
Charleston Meadow apartment for rent in Palo Alto
2 beds
2 baths
$3,495
Apartment for rent
Available Nov 11
5d+ ago
Barron Park apartment for rent in Palo Alto
Studio
1 bath
$1,995
Apartment for rent
Available Nov 11
5d+ ago
Midtown apartment for rent in Palo Alto
2 beds
1 bath
$3,295
Apartment for rent
Available Nov 11
3h ago
Verified
251 Middlefield Rd #1793, Palo Alto, CA 94301
In-unit laundry | Furnished | Air conditioning
2 beds
2 baths
$6,260
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18h ago
Verified
1 bed
1 bath
$4,370
$2,210
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19h ago
Verified
1 bed
1 bath
$4,020
$3,170
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19h ago
Verified
715 Everett Ave #1763, Palo Alto, CA 94301
Furnished | Air conditioning | On-site laundry
1–3 beds
1–2 baths
$4,310–$7,970
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Dishwasher
Air Conditioning
In-Unit Laundry
Assigned Parking
19h ago
Verified
1 bed
1 bath
$3,680
$3,120
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19h ago
Verified
1 bed
1 bath
$3,770
$3,640
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19h ago
Verified
2865 Park Blvd #1418, Palo Alto, CA 94306
In-unit laundry | Furnished | Air conditioning
2 beds
2 baths
$3,910
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19h ago
Verified
2850 Middlefield Rd #1259, Palo Alto, CA 94306
In-unit laundry | Furnished | Air conditioning
1 bed
1 bath
$2,680
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19h ago
Verified
501 Forest Ave #1254, Palo Alto, CA 94301
Furnished | Air conditioning | On-site laundry
1–2 beds
1–2 baths
$3,830–$6,350
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19h ago
Verified
345 Sheridan Ave #2016, Palo Alto, CA 94306
In-unit laundry | Furnished | Air conditioning
1–2 beds
1–2 baths
$4,400–$4,620
Apartment for rent
1d ago
Verified
2 beds
1 bath
$6,310
$4,200
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1d ago
Verified
837 Cowper St #1289, Palo Alto, CA 94301
Furnished | Air conditioning | On-site laundry
1–2 beds
1–2 baths
$4,030–$5,260
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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
$4,020–$4,410
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5d+ ago
Verified
2 beds
2 baths
$15,120
$9,980
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5d+ ago
Verified
2 beds
1 bath
$5,310
$5,160
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Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
Verified
3 beds
3 baths
$8,580
$8,440
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5d+ ago
Verified
3 beds
2 baths
$6,350
$5,950
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5d+ ago
Verified
1 bed
1 bath
$4,270
$3,690
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5d+ ago
Verified
3 beds
2 baths
$7,320
$7,130
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3h ago
Downtown North apartment for rent in Palo Alto
1 bed
1 bath
$3,200
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20h ago
166 Bryant Street, Palo Alto, CA 94301
In-unit laundry | Assigned parking | Storage
1 bed
1 bath
$3,595
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Available Aug 1
4d ago
2 beds
1 bath
$3,200
Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
1 bed
1 bath
$2,395
Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
Downtown North condo for rent in Palo Alto
535 Everett Ave #286, Palo Alto, CA 94301
In-unit laundry | Furnished | Air conditioning
1 bed
1 bath
$1,700
Condo for rent
5d+ ago
House for rent in Palo Alto
1 bed
1 bath
$900
House for rent
Available Jan 18
5d+ ago
Barron Park condo for rent in Palo Alto
1 bed
1 bath
$1,961
Condo for rent
Available Nov 1
3h ago
500 Palo Alto Ave, Palo Alto, CA 94301
On-site laundry | Swimming pool | Storage
2 beds
1 bath
$4,200
Apartment for rent
3h ago
2 beds
1 bath
$3,175
Apartment for rent
5h ago
Midtown house for rent in Palo Alto
3 beds
1 bath
$4,595
House for rent
5h ago
Ventura apartment for rent in Palo Alto
2 beds
1 bath
$2,895
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18h 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
1d ago
4 beds
3 baths
$8,950
Apartment for rent
1d ago
1 bed
1 bath
$3,195
Apartment for rent
2d ago
Downtown North condo for rent in Palo Alto
425 Alma St, Palo Alto, CA 94301
In-unit laundry | Air conditioning | Balcony
1 bed
1 bath
$1,800
Condo for rent
3d ago
580 Arastradero Rd, Palo Alto, CA 94306
In-unit laundry | Furnished | Air conditioning
2 beds
2 baths
$5,750–$5,900
Apartment for rent
4d ago
Ventura house for rent in Palo Alto
3 beds
1 bath
$4,000
House for rent
4d ago
3901 Middlefield Rd, Palo Alto, CA 94303
In-unit laundry | Air conditioning | Balcony
1 bed
1 bath
$1,590
Apartment for rent
4d ago
Midtown apartment for rent in Palo Alto
Balcony
1 bed
1 bath
$2,400
Apartment 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
Monroe Park house for rent in Palo Alto
4 beds
3 baths
$7,800
House for rent
5d+ ago
Barron Park house for rent in Palo Alto
In-unit laundry | Air conditioning | On-site laundry
3 beds
2 baths
$6,100
House for rent
5d+ ago
Ventura apartment for rent in Palo Alto
220 Ventura Ave #62, Palo Alto, CA 94306
In-unit laundry | Furnished | Air conditioning
1 bed
1 bath
$1,700
Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
Professorville house for rent in Palo Alto
Studio
1 bath
$1,995
House for rent
Available Oct 6
5d+ ago
Southgate house for rent in Palo Alto
1 Park Blvd, Palo Alto, CA 94306
Furnished | Hardwood floor | Microwave
1 bed
1 bath
$800
House for rent
Available Nov 25
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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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