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Midtown house for rent in Palo Alto
3 beds
2 baths
$6,500
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Old Palo Alto townhouse for rent in Palo Alto
3 beds
2 baths
$7,000
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5d+ ago
Old Palo Alto apartment for rent in Palo Alto
148 Rinconada Avenue #148, Palo Alto, CA 94301
Air conditioning | On-site laundry | Assigned parking
2 beds
1 bath
$3,600
Apartment for rent
Available Nov 22
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University South house for rent in Palo Alto
4 beds
3 baths
$8,750
House for rent
5d+ ago
Monroe Park apartment for rent in Palo Alto
1 bed
1 bath
$2,800
Apartment for rent
Available Oct 9
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Townhouse for rent in Palo Alto
3743 Klamath Ln, Palo Alto, CA 94303
In-unit laundry | Furnished | Air conditioning
3 beds
3 baths
$8,000
House for rent
Available Feb 12
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Midtown house for rent in Palo Alto
820 Colorado Ave, Palo Alto, CA 94303
In-unit laundry | Furnished | Air conditioning
3 beds
3 baths
$12,000
House for rent
Available Jan 30
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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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