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

University South, a neighborhood in Palo Alto, sees one-bedroom apartments averaging around $4,000 per month in 2025. These units dropped 10.4% from the previous year and typically measure around 644 sqft.

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

Two-bedroom apartments in University South average around $5,700 per month in 2025, down 7.1% from the previous year. These units typically offer around 1,028 sqft of living space.

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

Three-bedroom apartments in University South average around $7,000 per month in 2025, up 15.5% from the previous year. These larger units typically provide around 1,452 sqft of space and average about 1 listing per month.

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in University South, Palo Alto, CA?

University South in Palo Alto averaged around $4,300 per month across all apartment types in 2025, down 12.3% from the previous year. Rent varies considerably by unit size, from around $2,200 for studios to around $7,000 for three-bedroom apartments.

What is the average apartment size in University South, Palo Alto, CA?

Apartments in University South average around 780 sqft across all unit types. Studio apartments are the most compact at around 351 sqft, while three-bedroom units offer the most space at around 1,452 sqft.

What type of apartment is most common in University South, Palo Alto, CA?

One-bedroom apartments are the most common rental type in University South, averaging about 13 listings per month. The neighborhood sees strong rental activity with approximately 25 total listings available monthly across all unit types.

What type of apartment is least common in University South, Palo Alto, CA?

Three-bedroom apartments have averaged about 1 listing per month in University South. Studios are also relatively uncommon, with about 2 listings available monthly in this Palo Alto neighborhood.

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5d+ ago

Cheap University South townhouse for rent in Palo Alto

281 Westnorth, Palo Alto, UT 94302

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3 beds

2.5 baths

$1,695

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345 Forest Ave #406, Palo Alto, CA 94301

Affordable | In-unit laundry | Assigned parking

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1 bath

$2,350

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5d+ ago

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630 Homer Ave, Palo Alto, CA 94301

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$2,400

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$2,750

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CLARKE 1856

1856 Clarke Ave, East Palo Alto, CA 94303

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2 baths

$2,990

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5d+ ago

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$3,350

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$3,510

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715 Everett Avenue

715 Everett Ave #1762, Palo Alto, CA 94301

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1–3 beds

1–2 baths

$3,360–$7,290

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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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9.1

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166 Bryant Street, Palo Alto, CA 94301

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1 bed

1 bath

$3,595

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Available Aug 1

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2d ago

9.6

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535 Everett Avenue

535 Everett Ave #1230, Palo Alto, CA 94301

Affordable | On-site laundry | Assigned parking

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1 bath

$3,790–$4,830

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837 Cowper Street

837 Cowper St #1015, Palo Alto, CA 94301

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580 Channing Ave #1647, Palo Alto, CA 94301

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$4,130

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822 Kipling St #1638, Palo Alto, CA 94301

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$4,380

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545 Fulton St #NONE, Palo Alto, CA 94301

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325 Hawthorne Ave #2012, Palo Alto, CA 94301

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1 bed

1 bath

$4,480

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594 Channing Ave #2137, Palo Alto, CA 94301

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$4,860

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853 Channing Avenue - 1

853 Channing Ave #1, Palo Alto, CA 94301

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$5,200

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Available Jun 26

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500 Fulton St #201, Palo Alto, CA 94301

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$5,250

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21h ago

9.9

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251 Middlefield Road

251 Middlefield Rd #1793, Palo Alto, CA 94301

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2 beds

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$5,540

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926 Webster St #1651, Palo Alto, CA 94301

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1 bath

$5,660

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11h ago

9.6

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501 Forest Avenue

501 Forest Ave #1298, Palo Alto, CA 94301

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1–2 beds

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328 Bryant St #1525, Palo Alto, CA 94301

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2.5 baths

$8,240

$6,200

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Cheap University South house for rent in Palo Alto

934 Ramona St, Palo Alto, CA 94301

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1 bath

$6,500

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1134 Harker Ave, Palo Alto, CA 94301

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$11,000

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$15,500

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