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1d ago
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Studio–2 beds
1–2 baths
$2,675–$4,195
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1d ago
Verified
2121 Middlefield Rd, Palo Alto, CA 94301
In-unit laundry | Hardwood floor | Outdoor space
3 beds
2 baths
$6,450
House for rent
Available Jan 26
5d+ ago
Verified
153 California Ave #F215, Palo Alto, CA 94306
In-unit laundry | Air conditioning | Garage parking
2 beds
1 bath
$4,500
Condo for rent
Available Feb 1
5d+ ago
Charleston Meadow apartment for rent in Palo Alto
2 beds
2 baths
$3,695
Apartment for rent
Available Feb 3
5d+ ago
Evergreen Park apartment for rent in Palo Alto
Studio
1 bath
$2,395
Apartment for rent
Available Feb 3
1d ago
Verified
4 beds
2 baths
$7,115
House for rent
Available Apr 7
5d+ ago
Verified
725 Cowper St #31, Palo Alto, CA 94301
On-site laundry | Balcony | Hardwood floor
2 beds
2 baths
$4,710
Apartment for rent
Available Jan 21
3h ago
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2865 Park Blvd #942, Palo Alto, CA 94306
In-unit laundry | Furnished | Air conditioning
2 beds
2 baths
$4,540
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2 beds
1 bath
$4,890
$4,400
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11h ago
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2 beds
2 baths
$7,200
$6,430
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Balcony
On-Site Laundry
Assigned Parking
Dishwasher
11h ago
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727 Layne Ct #1861, Palo Alto, CA 94306
In-unit laundry | Furnished | Air conditioning
1–2 beds
1 bath
$3,540–$3,870
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11h ago
Verified
1 bed
1 bath
$3,750
$3,280
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11h ago
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345 Sheridan Ave #2016, Palo Alto, CA 94306
In-unit laundry | Furnished | Air conditioning
1–2 beds
1–2 baths
$4,510–$4,540
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19h ago
Verified
251 Middlefield Rd #1793, Palo Alto, CA 94301
In-unit laundry | Furnished | Air conditioning
2 beds
2 baths
$5,490
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19h ago
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2850 Middlefield Rd #1259, Palo Alto, CA 94306
In-unit laundry | Furnished | Air conditioning
1 bed
1 bath
$3,980
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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
$3,950–$5,850
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1d ago
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535 Everett Ave #1230, Palo Alto, CA 94301
Furnished | Air conditioning | On-site laundry
Studio–1 bed
1 bath
$4,230–$4,370
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1d ago
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1 bed
1 bath
$4,100
$3,620
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1d ago
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3 beds
2 baths
$5,520
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1d ago
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501 Forest Ave #1255, Palo Alto, CA 94301
Furnished | Air conditioning | On-site laundry
1–2 beds
1–2 baths
$5,790–$6,410
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4d ago
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1 bed
1 bath
$3,610
$3,320
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4d ago
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3 beds
2 baths
$7,240
$6,880
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5d+ ago
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715 Everett Ave #1762, Palo Alto, CA 94301
Furnished | Air conditioning | On-site laundry
1–2 beds
1 bath
$3,180–$5,320
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5d+ ago
Verified
2 beds
1 bath
$5,460
$4,780
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5d+ ago
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3 beds
3 baths
$7,890
$5,440
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5d+ ago
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1 bed
1 bath
$4,310
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5d+ ago
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1 bed
1 bath
$4,200
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8h 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
3m ago
University South apartment for rent in Palo Alto
2 beds
2 baths
$7,200
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6h 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
20h ago
Downtown North house for rent in Palo Alto
660 Palo Alto Ave, Palo Alto, CA 94301
In-unit laundry | Garage parking | Hardwood floor
3 beds
2 baths
$5,600
House for rent
Available Feb 28
22h ago
University South apartment for rent in Palo Alto
2 beds
2 baths
$4,545
Apartment for rent
Available Mar 1
3d ago
University South townhouse for rent in Palo Alto
653 Forest Ave, Palo Alto, CA 94301
Garage parking | On-site laundry | Balcony
2 beds
1 bath
$5,500
House for rent
4d ago
Old Palo Alto house for rent in Palo Alto
3 beds
2 baths
$14,000
House for rent
4d ago
580 Arastradero Rd, Palo Alto, CA 94306
In-unit laundry | Furnished | Air conditioning
2 beds
2 baths
$5,900
Apartment for rent
4d ago
Southgate house for rent in Palo Alto
3 beds
2 baths
$15,000
$13,500
Price drop
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5d+ ago
1 bed
1 bath
$2,795
Price drop
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5d+ ago
Downtown North condo for rent in Palo Alto
2 beds
2 baths
$6,100
Condo for rent
5d+ ago
Downtown North apartment for rent in Palo Alto
On-site laundry
1 bed
1 bath
$3,200
$3,000
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5d+ ago
Crescent Park house for rent in Palo Alto
5 beds
4 baths
$16,500
$15,000
Price drop
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5d+ ago
Community Center house for rent in Palo Alto
2 beds
1 bath
$4,500
House for rent
5d+ ago
University South apartment for rent in Palo Alto
Air conditioning | Central heat | Dishwasher
1 bed
1 bath
$3,800
Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
Charleston Meadow townhouse for rent in Palo Alto
4173 El Camino Real #10, Palo Alto, CA 94306
In-unit laundry | Air conditioning | Garage parking
2 beds
2 baths
$2,100
House for rent
5d+ ago
Charleston Meadow condo for rent in Palo Alto
4151 El Camino Way #L, Palo Alto, CA 94306
In-unit laundry | Air conditioning | On-site laundry
2 beds
2 baths
$2,100
Condo for rent
5d+ ago
Ventura house for rent in Palo Alto
330 Ventura Ave #8, Palo Alto, CA 94306
In-unit laundry | Air conditioning | On-site laundry
2 beds
1 bath
$1,875
House for rent
5d+ ago
Charleston Meadow house for rent in Palo Alto
4 beds
2 baths
$7,000
House for rent
5d+ ago
Midtown house for rent in Palo Alto
3 beds
2 baths
$6,300
House for rent
5d+ ago
Greenmeadow townhouse for rent in Palo Alto
131 Greenmeadow Way, Palo Alto, CA 94306
In-unit laundry | Furnished | Air conditioning
1 bed
1 bath
$2,500
House for rent
5d+ ago
Old Palo Alto townhouse for rent in Palo Alto
3 beds
2 baths
$6,900
House for rent
5d+ ago
Charleston Gardens house for rent in Palo Alto
5 beds
4 baths
$11,000
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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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