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2721 Midtown Court #1894 - Photo 1 of 1
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2721 Midtown Court #1894, Palo Alto, CA 94303

In-unit laundry | Furnished | Air conditioning

1 bed

1 bath

$4,290

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737 Sutter Avenue #1, Palo Alto, CA 94303

Balcony | Assigned parking | Outdoor space

1 bed

1 bath

$2,600

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Available Dec 10

1035 Amarillo Avenue #1037 - Photo 1 of 1

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Midtown apartment for rent in Palo Alto

1035-1037 Amarillo Avenue - 1037

1035 Amarillo Avenue #1037, Palo Alto, CA 94303

2 beds

1 bath

$3,400

Apartment for rent

Available Nov 9

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4d ago

9.3

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Wellsbury Apartment Homes

3085 Middlefield Rd, Palo Alto, CA 94306

In-unit laundry | Swimming pool | Hardwood floor

1–2 beds

1 bath

$2,845–$3,595

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3050-3058 Emerson St. - Photo 1 of 1

4d ago

8.6

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3050-3058 Emerson St.

3050 Emerson Street, Palo Alto, CA 94306

On-site laundry | Hardwood floor

2 beds

1 bath

$2,850

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2610 Emerson Street - Photo 1 of 1

5d+ ago

Midtown house for rent in Palo Alto

2610 Emerson Street, Palo Alto, CA 94306

In-unit laundry | Garage parking | Hardwood floor

3 beds

2 baths

$6,500

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1094 Tanland Drive #084B - Photo 1 of 1

5d+ ago

Midtown apartment for rent in Palo Alto

1094 Tanland Drive #084B, Palo Alto, CA 94303

In-unit laundry | Furnished | Air conditioning

1 bed

1 bath

$1,700

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820 Colorado Ave - Photo 1 of 1

5d+ ago

Midtown house for rent in Palo Alto

Palo Alto 3 BR Home

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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4h ago

9.9

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Stanford Villa

3375 Alma Street, Palo Alto, CA 94306

On-site laundry | Swimming pool | Fitness center

Studio–2 beds

1–2 baths

$2,650–$4,265

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562 Kendall Avenue #17 - Photo 1 of 1

5d+ ago

Barron Park apartment for rent in Palo Alto

2 beds

1 bath

$2,995

Apartment for rent

Available Dec 16

Description

Located in the Barron Park neighborhood of Palo Alto, a highly desirable residential area just minutes from downtown Palo Alto and Stanford University, with convenient access to El Camino Real and Page Mill Road. Building amenities include exterior storage, a bike room, and an onsite laundry facility.

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926 Webster Street #1651, Palo Alto, CA 94301

Furnished | Air conditioning | On-site laundry

2 beds

1 bath

$6,070

$5,570

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Feel at home wherever you choose to live with Blueground. You’ll love this stylish University South furnished two bedroom apartment with its modern decor, fully equipped kitchen, and exquisite living room. Ideally located, you’re close to all the best that Palo Alto has to offer! (ID #SFO1651) The advertised rate of $5,570/month is the lowest available price, based on a 12 month(s) stay with a move-in date of April 12, 2026. Rates vary depending on the duration of stay, season, and other parameters. For exact pricing and additional pricing components, please visit our w

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821 Altaire Walk #1549, Palo Alto, CA 94303

In-unit laundry | Furnished | Air conditioning

3 beds

2 baths

$5,970

$5,440

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Show up and start living from day one in Palo Alto with this comfortable three bedroom Blueground townhouse. You’ll love coming home to this thoughtfully furnished, beautifully designed, and fully equipped Palo Alto home. (ID #SFO1549) The advertised rate of $5,440/month is the lowest available price, based on a 12 month(s) stay with a move-in date of March 18, 2026. Rates vary depending on the duration of stay, season, and other parameters. For exact pricing and additional pricing components, please visit our website and enter your desired move-in and move-out dates. T

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405 Curtner Avenue #1598, Palo Alto, CA 94306

In-unit laundry | Furnished | Air conditioning

3 beds

3 baths

$8,420

House for rent

Description

Discover the best of Palo Alto, with this three bedroom townhouse in Ventura. It’ll be easy to simply show up and start living in this fashionably furnished townhouse with its fully equipped kitchen, stylish living room, and our dedicated, on-the-ground support. (ID #SFO1598) The advertised rate of $8,420/month is the lowest available price, based on a 12 month(s) stay with a move-in date of May 27, 2026. Rates vary depending on the duration of stay, season, and other parameters. For exact pricing and additional pricing components, please visit our website and enter you

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568 Channing Avenue #1644, Palo Alto, CA 94301

Furnished | Air conditioning | On-site laundry

1 bed

1 bath

$4,290

$4,040

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Feel at home wherever you choose to live with Blueground. You’ll love this bright University South furnished one bedroom apartment with its modern decor, fully equipped kitchen, and exquisite living room. Ideally located, you’re close to all the best that Palo Alto has to offer! (ID #SFO1644) The advertised rate of $4,040/month is the lowest available price, based on a 2 month(s) and 12 day(s) stay with a move-in date of February 2, 2026. If you’re looking for a 1-year stay, the rate is $4,250/month. Rates vary depending on the duration of stay, season, and other parame

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596 Channing Avenue #1649, Palo Alto, CA 94301

Furnished | Air conditioning | On-site laundry

2 beds

1 bath

$5,030

Apartment for rent

Description

Feel at home wherever you choose to live with Blueground. You’ll love this lovely University South furnished two bedroom apartment with its modern decor, fully equipped kitchen, and bright living room. Ideally located, you’re close to all the best that Palo Alto has to offer! (ID #SFO1649) The advertised rate of $5,030/month is the lowest available price, based on a 5 month(s) and 28 day(s) stay with a move-in date of July 15, 2026. If you’re looking for a 1-year stay, the rate is $6,060/month. Rates vary depending on the duration of stay, season, and other parameters.

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920 Webster Street #1650, Palo Alto, CA 94301

Furnished | Air conditioning | On-site laundry

1 bed

1 bath

$3,960

Apartment for rent

Description

Feel at home wherever you choose to live with Blueground. You’ll love this lovely University South furnished one bedroom apartment with its modern decor, fully equipped kitchen, and exquisite living room. Ideally located, you’re close to all the best that Palo Alto has to offer! (ID #SFO1650) The advertised rate of $3,960/month is the lowest available price, based on a 2 month(s) and 29 day(s) stay with a move-in date of October 5, 2026. If you’re looking for a 1-year stay, the rate is $4,680/month. Rates vary depending on the duration of stay, season, and other paramet

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9.6

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345 Sheridan Avenue

345 Sheridan Avenue #2016, Palo Alto, CA 94306

In-unit laundry | Furnished | Air conditioning

1–2 beds

1–2 baths

$4,420–$4,520

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Description

Feel at home wherever you choose to live with Blueground. You’ll love this charming Evergreen Park furnished two bedroom apartment with its modern decor, fully equipped kitchen, and lovely living room. Ideally located, you’re close to all the best that Palo Alto has to offer! (ID #SFO806) The advertised rate of $4,420/month is the lowest available price, based on a 12 month(s) stay with a move-in date of March 31, 2026. Rates vary depending on the duration of stay, season, and other parameters. For exact pricing and additional pricing components, please visit our websit

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9.6

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837 Cowper Street

837 Cowper Street #1289, Palo Alto, CA 94301

Furnished | Air conditioning | On-site laundry

1–2 beds

1–2 baths

$3,960–$5,760

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Apartment for rent

Description

Show up and start living from day one in Palo Alto with this charming one bedroom Blueground apartment. You’ll love coming home to this thoughtfully furnished, beautifully designed, and fully equipped University South home. (ID #SFO1289) The advertised rate of $3,960/month is the lowest available price, based on a 12 month(s) stay with a move-in date of March 26, 2026. Rates vary depending on the duration of stay, season, and other parameters. For exact pricing and additional pricing components, please visit our website and enter your desired move-in and move-out dates.

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1982 W Bayshore Rd - Photo 1 of 1

5d+ ago

8.8

Very good

1982 W Bayshore Rd

1982 West Bayshore Road, East Palo Alto, CA 94303

In-unit laundry | Air conditioning | Garage parking

1 bed

1 bath

$2,000

Condo for rent

Description

West side of 101 This is a cozy unit among 90 units complex is a 1 bedroom, 1bath unit on the first floor, open floor plan and lots of natural light. It offers a good size living room and a big private balcony that can be accessed from both the bedroom and living room. Double pane windows Enjoy this spacious bedroom with a walk-in closet. The condo include the common area, grounds, and exterior maintenance, trash removal, and insurance, and lots of amenities that you can enjoy, club house, gym/exercise facility, pool, spa, recreational facilities, and many more. close by P

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4d ago

8

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Curtner 331

331 Curtner Avenue, Palo Alto, CA 94306

On-site laundry | Ceiling fan | Storage

1 bed

1 bath

$2,395

Apartment for rent

Description

To view this property, please visit our public showing schedule on our website for available days and times. No appointment needed. - Stylish 1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Single-Story Apartment - Unit Features Chiffon Lace Oak Contemporary Flooring, LED Recessed Lighting & 2" Blinds - Kitchen Features Designer Quartz Counters, Refrigerator, Gas Range/Oven, Dishwasher, Garbage Disposal & Ceiling Fan - Bathroom Includes Tub/Shower Cultured Marble Surround - Bedroom w/ Ceiling Fan - Water & Garbage Service Included - One-Car Carport - Storage Cabinet - Common On-Site Laundry - Common P

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5d+ ago

9

Excellent

Stanford Garden Apartments

1735 Woodland Avenue, East Palo Alto, CA 94303

On-site laundry | Balcony | Assigned parking

Studio–1 bed

1 bath

$2,145–$2,595

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282 Monroe Drive #282-1 - Photo 1 of 1

5d+ ago

Monroe Park apartment for rent in Palo Alto

2 BR, 1 BA in San Antonio

282 Monroe Drive #282-1, Palo Alto, CA 94040

2 beds

1 bath

$2,900

Apartment for rent

Available Nov 25

Description

Comfortable, private, light and bright, freshly painted 2 bedroom, 1 bath unit in a privately owned duplex complex of 12 units. New manufactured flooring, freshly painted, private yard. Convenient location. Close to restaurants, shopping, theater, downtown Los Altos, Stanford University, and highways 280 and 101. No smoking or pets. Must have a credit score of 740 or higher to qualify. Tours being held by appointment.

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5d+ ago

Leland Manor house for rent in Palo Alto

811 Southampton Drive, Palo Alto, CA 94303

In-unit laundry | Air conditioning | Garage parking

4 beds

3 baths

$13,000

$12,000

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House for rent

Description

Beautiful single-family home offering 4 bedrooms and 3 bathrooms, featuring new carpet throughout, recessed lighting, and abundant natural light enhanced by skylights throughout the house. The home includes central air conditioning and central heating for year-round comfort. The main kitchen features stainless steel appliances, a Sub-Zero refrigerator, two ovens, a dishwasher, and hardwood flooring. The backsplash showcases elegant small square stone tiles in neutral beige and tan tones. One of the four bedrooms functions as an attached in-law suite, featuring its own pr

148 Rinconada Avenue #148 - Photo 1 of 1

5d+ ago

Old Palo Alto apartment for rent in Palo Alto

2 BR, 1 BA in Old 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

Description

Located in highly desirable Old Palo Alto, this large 2 bedroom, 1 bath unit in a five-plex is a convenient walk to Stanford or downtown Palo Alto. Easy Access to Bryant Street for bicycling or hop on Alma Street less than a block away. Quick access to El Camino Real and Highway 101 and 280 via Oregon Expressway and/or Page Mill Road. This recently remodeled apartment includes the following: Spacious living and dining area with new flooring and recessed lighting overlooking private yard Kitchen with new flooring with brand new cabinets, counters and appliances (refrigerato

2573 Park Boulevard - Photo 1 of 1

5d+ ago

Evergreen Park townhouse for rent in Palo Alto

2 BR, 3 BA in Evergreen Park

2573 Park Boulevard, Palo Alto, CA 94306

In-unit laundry | Air conditioning | Balcony

2 beds

3 baths

$3,900

House for rent

Available Nov 11

Description

This 2 story bright townhouse style home was one of the models for the complex. Green house windows, large sliding glass doors & high ceiling flood the home in sunlight. The unit features a spacious living/dining area, fireplace, balcony, extra storage, new hardwood floors downstairs, 2 master bedrooms, washer/ dryer, A/C, recessed lighting, & skylights. Will consider dog. Palo Alto Central boasts great landscaping with plants, fountains, a rose garden, swimming pool, Jacuzzi & a recreation/conference room. Security gates & underground secured parking for car and bike. Loc

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Midtown, Palo Alto apartment availability

Midtown, Palo Alto's rental market offers a good selection of listings, with an average of 33 rentals available each month. The neighborhood's inventory is relatively balanced, with 1-bedroom, 2-bedroom, and 3-bedroom apartments making up the majority of listings. Many of these apartments offer desirable amenities, including assigned parking, outdoor space, and pet-friendliness, with over 60% of apartments allowing small pets. This makes Midtown a great option for renters with pets or those who value convenience and outdoor living.

Midtown, Palo Alto rental market trends

Midtown Palo Alto's rental market saw a 5.6% year-over-year increase, with the average monthly rent reaching $3,684. The average rent for 1-bedrooms is around $2,885, a slight decrease of 1.3% from the previous year. In contrast, 2-bedrooms average $3,484, a 4.3% increase, and 3-bedrooms average $5,467, a significant 16% increase. Studio apartments, however, experienced a substantial 36.4% decrease, with an average rent of $1,948.

The summer months tend to see the highest demand and prices in Midtown Palo Alto, with July typically having the highest rent, 23.5% higher than November, the month with the lowest rent. This significant increase in rent during the summer months indicates a competitive market, making it essential for renters to plan accordingly. If you're looking for a new apartment, November might be a good time to find a better deal, although the selection might be limited.

Why Midtown, Palo Alto is a great place to live

Midtown, Palo Alto is a prime neighborhood for renters who value a vibrant social life. According to 2024 data, Midtown's strong social scene is supported by its well-designed street infrastructure, frequent transit options, and a diverse age distribution among residents. The neighborhood's high walk score and emphasis on safety also make it an ideal spot for getting out and about with friends. With its unique blend of amenities, Midtown is a top choice for renters looking to maximize their social living experience in Palo Alto.

Methodology: How we got this data

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.

Midtown Apartments for rent FAQ

What is the average size of an apartment in Midtown, CA?

The average size of a 1 bedroom apartment rental in Midtown is 708 square feet. The average size of a 2 bedroom apartment rental in Midtown is 810 square feet. The average size of a 3 bedroom apartment rental in Midtown is 1661 square feet.

Can I afford an apartment for rent in Midtown, CA?

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What type of apartment rental is most common in Midtown, Palo Alto, CA?

1 bedroom apartments are the most common type of rentals in Midtown, Palo Alto, CA right now.

What type of apartment rental is least common in Midtown, Palo Alto, CA?

2 bedroom apartments are the least common type of rentals in Midtown, Palo Alto, CA right now.

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