How much is the average rent in Palo Alto, CA for 1-bedroom and 2-bedroom apartments?

Palo Alto's 2025 rental market shows 1-bedroom apartments averaging around $3,400 per month, while 2-bedroom units average around $4,400 monthly. These figures reflect the city's position in California's Silicon Valley tech hub.

When is the best time to look for an apartment in Palo Alto, CA?

December and January offer the best opportunities for apartment hunting in Palo Alto, with January seeing the lowest rents and December representing one of the least competitive periods. Winter moves can result in lower prices and reduced competition, with approximately a 15% difference between peak June rents and off-peak January pricing.

What are the best neighborhoods to rent an apartment in Palo Alto, CA?

Downtown North and College Terrace lead Palo Alto's rental market with strong walk scores and street infrastructure that encourages community interaction. Midtown attracts renters with its walkable layout and diverse community engagement, while St. Claire Gardens, Midtown, and Barron Park draw the highest consumer interest despite premium pricing.

What areas of Palo Alto, CA are best for budget-conscious renters?

Ventura offers the most budget-friendly option with 1-bedroom apartments at around $1,700 per month, 48% below the city median. Downtown North provides another affordable choice with median rents around $3,590, followed by Midtown at around $3,670 monthly.

Are there pet-friendly apartments in Palo Alto, CA?

Palo Alto offers excellent pet-friendly options, particularly in Midtown, Palo Verde, Evergreen Park, and Barron Park. These neighborhoods feature pet-friendly flooring, pet-safe windows, outdoor spaces for walks, and pet waste stations, with many buildings maintaining no breed restrictions and providing dedicated pet spaces.

Are utilities usually included in rent in Palo Alto, CA?

Utilities are rarely included in Palo Alto rental agreements, with only approximately 4 total listings including utilities out of the monthly average inventory. This represents less than 1% of available apartments across all bedroom types in the city.

Apartments for Rent with Move In Special in Palo Alto, CA

25 rentals available

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48m ago

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Avalon West Dublin

7688 Saint Patrick Way, Dublin, CA 94568

Rent special | In-unit laundry | Balcony

Studio–3 beds

1–2 baths

$2,883–$4,185

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Top amenities

Fireplace

In-Unit Laundry

Residents Lounge

Roof Deck

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1h ago

9.3

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West View Park Apartments

2600 Decoto Rd, Union City, CA 94587

Rent special | On-site laundry | Balcony

2–3 beds

1–2 baths

$2,500

Apartment for rent

Available Jul 1

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Dishwasher

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3h ago

9.9

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Alborada

1001 Beethoven Cmn, Fremont, CA 94538

Rent special | In-unit laundry | Air conditioning

1–2 beds

1–2 baths

$2,690–$3,547

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Ceiling Fan

Controlled Access

In-Unit Laundry

On-Site Management

Residents Lounge

Storage

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Rent special

3h ago

8.4

Very good

Creekside Apartments

1800 Stokes St, San Jose, CA 95126

Rent special | In-unit laundry | Air conditioning

1–2 beds

1–2 baths

$2,430–$3,150

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Air Conditioning

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12h ago

9.9

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Estancia at Santa Clara

1650 Hope Dr, Santa Clara, CA 95054

Rent special | In-unit laundry | Air conditioning

1–3 beds

1–2 baths

$3,339–$4,715

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Air Conditioning

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Garage Parking

In-Unit Laundry

Microwave

Residents Lounge

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Rent special

13h ago

8.8

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Niles Station

38416 Mission Blvd, Fremont, CA 94536

Rent special | Air conditioning | On-site laundry

Studio–2 beds

1 bath

$1,777–$2,698

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Ceiling Fan

Fitness Center

Hardwood Floor

On-Site Laundry

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$3,560–$9,847

Santa Clara

Nearby rental good for pet owners

$3,384–$10,000

Cuernavaca

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16h ago

8.9

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Waters Edge

1200 E Hillsdale Blvd, Foster City, CA 94404

Rent special | In-unit laundry | Furnished

1–3 beds

1–2 baths

$3,497–$5,500

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Fitness Center

Furnished

In-Unit Laundry

Swimming Pool

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20h ago

8.5

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Orlo + Alba

1200 Rickabaugh Way, Santa Clara, CA 95050

Rent special | In-unit laundry | Air conditioning

Studio–3 beds

1–2 baths

$3,560–$9,847

Price drop

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Top amenities

Business Center

Controlled Access

Dishwasher

Elevator

Residents Lounge

Swimming Pool

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22h ago

Excellent

Revela

200 Infinity Way, Mountain View, CA 94043

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Studio–2 beds

1–2 baths

$3,659–$8,646

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Elevator

In-Unit Laundry

Residents Lounge

Swimming Pool

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22h ago

8.8

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Americana Apartments

707 Continental Cir, Mountain View, CA 94040

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1–2 beds

1–2 baths

$3,384–$10,000

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Controlled Access

Dishwasher

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These rentals are 10%-30% cheaper than the local average price for similar rentals.

$3,490

University South

$3,360–$5,350

Crescent Park

$5,250

Crescent Park

$5,200

Crescent Park

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Rent special

1d ago

9.7

Excellent

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The Millton

900 Chestnut Street, Redwood City, CA 94063

Rent special | Controlled access

Studio–3 beds

0–2 baths

$2,637–$3,701

Apartment for rent

Available Apr 20

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Rent special

1d ago

8.5

Very good

The Heights

2300 Miramar Ave, Castro Valley, CA 94578

Rent special | On-site laundry | Balcony

1–2 beds

1–2 baths

$1,901–$3,697

Price drop

Apartment for rent

Available Jun 23

Top amenities

Hardwood Floor

On-Site Laundry

On-Site Management

Residents Lounge

Highly rated

Rent special

1d ago

8.7

Very good

Verified

Creekside

1600 E 3rd Ave, San Mateo, CA 94401

Rent special | In-unit laundry | Balcony

1–2 beds

1–2 baths

$3,082–$3,648

Apartment for rent

Top amenities

Carpet

Dishwasher

Fitness Center

In-Unit Laundry

Microwave

Storage

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Rent special

1d ago

9.9

Excellent

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West Glen Apartments

2265 South Bascom Avenue, Campbell, CA 95008

Rent special | Air conditioning | On-site laundry

1 bed

1 bath

$2,295

Apartment for rent

Available Jun 11

Top amenities

Assigned Parking

Dishwasher

On-Site Laundry

On-Site Management

Package Service

Swimming Pool

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Resident insights

Rent special

1d ago

Excellent

Artist Walk Apartments

3888 Artist Walk Cmn, Fremont, CA 94536

Rent special | In-unit laundry | Garage parking

1–2 beds

1–2 baths

$3,223–$4,739

Apartment for rent

Top amenities

Controlled Access

Fitness Center

Garage Parking

In-Unit Laundry

Storage

Swimming Pool

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Age restricted

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1d ago

8.4

Very good

Palmia, Age 55+ Luxury Apartments

47207 Mission Falls Ct, Fremont, CA 94539

Rent special | In-unit laundry | Air conditioning

2 beds

2 baths

$3,837–$3,895

Apartment for rent

Top amenities

Elevator

Fireplace

In-Unit Laundry

Package Service

Residents Lounge

Swimming Pool

Highly rated

Rent special

2d ago

9.2

Excellent

Verified

eaves Union City

2175 Decoto Rd, Union City, CA 94587

Rent special | On-site laundry | Swimming pool

1–2 beds

1 bath

$2,225–$2,720

Price drop

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Top amenities

On-Site Laundry

Roof Deck

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Rent special

3d ago

9.9

Excellent

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Rosa Crest Studios

394 Boynton Ave, San Jose, CA 95117

Rent special | Air conditioning | On-site laundry

Studio

1 bath

$1,895

Apartment for rent

Top amenities

On-Site Laundry

On-Site Management

Swimming Pool

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Rent special

3d ago

8.5

Very good

Terra Castro Valley

2275 Grove Way, Castro Valley, CA 94546

Rent special | In-unit laundry | On-site laundry

1–2 beds

1–2 baths

$1,899–$2,795

Apartment for rent

Available Sep 24

Top amenities

Controlled Access

Hardwood Floor

In-Unit Laundry

On-Site Laundry

Rent special

4d ago

8.3

Very good

Spring Ridge Apartments

794 Fletcher Ln, Hayward, CA 94544

Rent special | In-unit laundry | Swimming pool

1–3 beds

1–2 baths

$2,149–$3,299

Apartment for rent

Top amenities

In-Unit Laundry

Rent special

4d ago

8.8

Very good

Aviare

20415 Via Paviso, Cupertino, CA 95014

Rent special | In-unit laundry | Garage parking

1–2 beds

1–2 baths

$3,395–$4,128

Apartment for rent

Top amenities

Business Center

Ceiling Fan

Fitness Center

Hardwood Floor

In-Unit Laundry

Swimming Pool

Rent special

5d+ ago

9.3

Excellent

Verified

Vista del Lago

2650 Keystone Avenue, Santa Clara, CA 95051

Rent special | Air conditioning | Garage parking

1–2 beds

1–2 baths

$2,295–$2,995

Apartment for rent

Available Apr 8

Top amenities

Air Conditioning

Assigned Parking

Business Center

Carpet

Concierge Service

On-Site Laundry

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Rent special

5d+ ago

9.3

Excellent

Verified

Beachcomber Bali

1441 Beach Park Blvd, Foster City, CA 94404

Rent special | On-site laundry | Swimming pool

1–2 beds

1–2 baths

Call for price

Apartment for rent

Available Apr 23

Top amenities

On-Site Laundry

Swimming Pool

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3D tour

5d+ ago

9.1

Excellent

Hesperian Townhomes

445 Thornally Dr, San Leandro, CA 94578

Rent special | In-unit laundry | Garage parking

2 beds

1 bath

$2,699–$2,799

Price drop

Apartment for rent

Available Jun 23

Top amenities

Controlled Access

Garage Parking

Hardwood Floor

In-Unit Laundry

On-Site Laundry

On-Site Management

Rent special

5d+ ago

8.3

Very good

Parc Medallion

2500 Medallion Dr, Union City, CA 94587

Rent special | Balcony | Swimming pool

1–2 beds

1 bath

$2,095–$3,195

Apartment for rent

Top amenities

Ceiling Fan

Fitness Center

On-Site Management

Residents Lounge

Swimming Pool

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