What is the average rent for a 1-bedroom apartment in Downtown North, Palo Alto, CA?

Downtown North, a neighborhood in Palo Alto, sees one-bedroom apartments averaging around $3,300 per month in 2025. These units rose 5.4% from the previous year and typically measure around 598 sqft.

What is the average rent for a 2-bedroom apartment in Downtown North, Palo Alto, CA?

Two-bedroom apartments in Downtown North average around $4,000 per month in 2025, remaining relatively stable from 2024. These units typically offer around 1,001 sqft of living space.

What is the average rent for a 3-bedroom apartment in Downtown North, Palo Alto, CA?

Three-bedroom apartments in Downtown North average around $6,400 per month in 2025, down 13.8% from the previous year. These larger units provide around 1,504 sqft of space on average.

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Downtown North, Palo Alto, CA?

Downtown North in Palo Alto averaged around $3,600 per month across all apartment types in 2025, up 10.0% year over year. Rent varies seasonally, with April seeing the highest prices at about 20% above November rates.

What is the average apartment size in Downtown North, Palo Alto, CA?

Apartments in Downtown North average around 734 sqft across all unit types. Size varies considerably by bedroom count, from studios at 383 sqft to three-bedrooms reaching 1,504 sqft.

What type of apartment is most common in Downtown North, Palo Alto, CA?

One-bedroom apartments are the most common rental type in Downtown North, averaging about 10 listings per month out of 17 total listings. This represents a strong selection for renters seeking single-bedroom units.

What type of apartment is least common in Downtown North, Palo Alto, CA?

Three-bedroom apartments have the lowest availability in Downtown North, with about 1 listing per month on average. Studios are also limited, averaging about 2 listings monthly.

Cheap Apartments for Rent in Downtown North, Palo Alto, CA

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5d+ ago

Cheap University South townhouse for rent in Palo Alto

281 Westnorth, Palo Alto, UT 94302

Affordable | In-unit laundry | Garage parking

3 beds

2.5 baths

$1,695

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Available May 5

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5d+ ago

Cheap University South apartment for rent in Palo Alto

345 Forest Ave #406, Palo Alto, CA 94301

Affordable | In-unit laundry | Assigned parking

Studio

1 bath

$2,350

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Assigned Parking

In-Unit Laundry

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5d+ ago

8.4

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630 Homer Ave, Palo Alto, CA 94301

Affordable | Assigned parking

Studio

1 bath

$2,400

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Cheap Downtown North apartment for rent in Palo Alto

Affordable | On-site laundry

Studio

1 bath

$2,750

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Affordable

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1 bath

$3,350

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715 Everett Avenue

715 Everett Ave #1762, Palo Alto, CA 94301

Affordable | On-site laundry | Dishwasher

1–3 beds

1–2 baths

$3,360–$7,290

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$4,380

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$6,200

328 Bryant St #1525

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912 Webster St #2150, Palo Alto, CA 94301

Affordable | On-site laundry | Assigned parking

1 bed

1 bath

$4,520

$3,510

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1d ago

9.1

Excellent

Nastari Apartments

166 Bryant Street, Palo Alto, CA 94301

Affordable | In-unit laundry | Assigned parking

1 bed

1 bath

$3,595

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Available Aug 1

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1060 Noel Dr #1864, Menlo Park, CA 94025

Affordable | In-unit laundry | Assigned parking

Studio

1 bath

$4,530

$3,760

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Oven

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2d ago

9.6

Excellent

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535 Everett Avenue

535 Everett Ave #1230, Palo Alto, CA 94301

Affordable | On-site laundry | Assigned parking

Studio–1 bed

1 bath

$3,790–$4,830

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Top amenities

Air Conditioning

Elevator

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Oven

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$3,510

University South

$4,860

University South

$3,360–$5,230

Crescent Park

$5,250

Crescent Park

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9.6

Excellent

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837 Cowper Street

837 Cowper St #1015, Palo Alto, CA 94301

Affordable | In-unit laundry | Assigned parking

1–2 beds

1–2 baths

$4,080–$5,810

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580 Channing Ave #1647, Palo Alto, CA 94301

Affordable | On-site laundry | Assigned parking

1 bed

1 bath

$4,130

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Top amenities

Assigned Parking

Furnished

Microwave

On-Site Laundry

Wi-Fi

Highly rated

19h ago

9.9

Excellent

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Noel Oaks Apartments

1010 Noel Dr, Menlo Park, CA 94025

Affordable | On-site laundry | Assigned parking

2 beds

1 bath

$4,195

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Top amenities

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822 Kipling St #1638, Palo Alto, CA 94301

Affordable | On-site laundry | Assigned parking

1 bed

1 bath

$4,380

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Oven

Wi-Fi

5d+ ago

Cheap Crescent Park condo for rent in Palo Alto

$4,450 - 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom bright and spacious Condo near Univ Ave Palo Alto

545 Fulton St #NONE, Palo Alto, CA 94301

Affordable | In-unit laundry | Garage parking

1 bed

1 bath

$4,950

$4,450

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Available Jun 1

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325 Hawthorne Ave #2012, Palo Alto, CA 94301

Affordable | On-site laundry | Assigned parking

1 bed

1 bath

$4,480

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Central Heat

Furnished

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594 Channing Ave #2137, Palo Alto, CA 94301

Affordable | On-site laundry | Assigned parking

2 beds

1 bath

$5,140

$4,860

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Cheap Crescent Park condo for rent in Palo Alto

500 Fulton St #201, Palo Alto, CA 94301

Affordable | In-unit laundry | Assigned parking

2 beds

1.5 baths

$5,250

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Microwave

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17h ago

9.9

Excellent

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251 Middlefield Road

251 Middlefield Rd #1793, Palo Alto, CA 94301

Affordable | In-unit laundry | Dishwasher

2 beds

2 baths

$5,540

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926 Webster St #1651, Palo Alto, CA 94301

Affordable | On-site laundry | Assigned parking

2 beds

1 bath

$5,660

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Central Heat

Dishwasher

Oven

Wi-Fi

8h ago

9.6

Excellent

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501 Forest Avenue

501 Forest Ave #1298, Palo Alto, CA 94301

Affordable | On-site laundry | Assigned parking

1–2 beds

1–2 baths

$5,840–$6,080

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Top amenities

EV Charging

Microwave

On-Site Laundry

Residents Lounge

Wi-Fi

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328 Bryant St #1525, Palo Alto, CA 94301

Affordable | In-unit laundry | Assigned parking

3 beds

2.5 baths

$8,240

$6,200

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Microwave

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1230 Mills St #1870, Menlo Park, CA 94025

Affordable | In-unit laundry | Assigned parking

2 beds

1 bath

$6,680

$6,310

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Cheap University South house for rent in Palo Alto

934 Ramona St, Palo Alto, CA 94301

Affordable | In-unit laundry | Hardwood floor

3 beds

1 bath

$6,500

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312 Haight St #1543, Menlo Park, CA 94025

Affordable | In-unit laundry | Assigned parking

4 beds

2 baths

$7,490

$7,310

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