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Apartments for Rent in Palo Alto, CA

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    Tan Plaza Continental

    $5,750
    580 Arastradero Road, Palo Alto, CA 94306
    (912) 417-5821
    Rent Savings

    Top rated for Location
    Amenities almost none. Swimming pool water temperature is cold, there isn't any thermometer showing the current temperature. Some residents or visitors are noisy having time on swimming pool.
    2 units available
    2 bed
    Amenities

    In unit laundry, Patio / balcony, Granite counters, Dishwasher, Pet friendly, New construction + more

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  • Palo Alto Place

    $3,275
    565 Arastradero Road, Palo Alto, CA 94306
    (650) 200-2793
    Rent Savings

    4 units available
    Studio • 1 bed
    Amenities

    In unit laundry, Patio / balcony, Granite counters, Dishwasher, Pet friendly, 24hr maintenance + more

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  • The Marc

    $4,957
    501 Forest Avenue, Palo Alto, CA 94301
    (650) 643-5695

    3 units available
    1 bed
    Amenities

    Patio / balcony, Granite counters, Dishwasher, Garage, Stainless steel, Walk in closets + more

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  • Spacious Townhome in Palo Alto

    $7,000
    1235 Alma Street, Palo Alto, CA 94301
    (408) 253-1000

    1 unit available
    3 bed
    Amenities

    In unit laundry, Dishwasher, Pet friendly, Carport, Stainless steel, Walk in closets + more

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  • Present PM-Midtown Palo Alto Beauty-New Floors-Remodeled Bathrooms-Big Yard

    $6,500
    2610 Emerson Street, Palo Alto, CA 94306
    (623) 335-0845

    1 unit available
    3 bed
    Amenities

    In unit laundry, Patio / balcony, Hardwood floors, Dishwasher, 24hr maintenance, Garage + more

  • Beautiful Palo Alto Home with In-Law Suite, Central AC Heated Pool

    $12,000
    811 Southampton Drive, Palo Alto, CA 94303
    (650) 847-3800

    1 unit available
    4 bed
    Amenities

    In unit laundry, Hardwood floors, Dishwasher, Pet friendly, Garage, Stainless steel + more

  • Beautifully Updated 4BD/2BA Single-Family Home in Palo Alto

    $11,000
    955 North California Avenue, Palo Alto, CA 94303
    (650) 847-3800

    1 unit available
    4 bed
    Amenities

    Patio / balcony, Hardwood floors, Dogs allowed, Garage, Recently renovated, and Walk in closets

  • Spacious 3 Bed, 3 Bath Home in Excellent Location- Flexible Lease

    $6,995
    4287 Pomona Avenue, Palo Alto, CA 94306
    (650) 331-1515

    1 unit available
    3 bed
    Amenities

    Hardwood floors and Garage

  • PET FRIENDLY 3 BED/1 BATH in Palo Alto Available Now

    $4,395
    1003 Colorado Avenue, Palo Alto, CA 94303
    (408) 554-1818

    1 unit available
    3 bed
    Amenities

    W/D hookup, Pet friendly, and Recently renovated

  • 2573 Park BLVD U204

    $3,900
    2573 Park Boulevard, Palo Alto, CA 94306
    (650) 326-3306

    1 unit available
    2 bed
    Amenities

    In unit laundry, Patio / balcony, Hardwood floors, Pet friendly, Garage, Pool + more

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  • 737 Sutter Ave

    $2,600
    737 Sutter Avenue, Palo Alto, CA 94303
    (650) 283-4459

    1 unit available
    1 bed
    Amenities

    Carport and Recently renovated

  • 425 Alma St # U1012QBB

    $1,800
    425 Alma Street, Palo Alto, CA 94301
    (641) 808-9520

    1 unit available
    1 bed
    Amenities

    In unit laundry, Patio / balcony, Granite counters, Hardwood floors, Dishwasher, Pet friendly + more

  • 1035-1307 Amarillo Avenue - 1037

    $3,450
    1035 Amarillo Avenue, Palo Alto, CA 94303
    (415) 830-5188

    1 unit available
    2 bed
  • Charming 3 Bed, 2 Bath Single Story Home with AC in Barron Park

    $5,900
    3745 La Selva Drive, Palo Alto, CA 94306
    (650) 331-1515

    1 unit available
    3 bed
    Amenities

    In unit laundry, Hardwood floors, Garage, Recently renovated, Stainless steel, and Air conditioning

  • Charming Single Family Home in Downtown Palo Alto Available Now!

    $8,750
    440 Channing Avenue, Palo Alto, CA 94301
    (650) 847-3800

    1 unit available
    4 bed
    Amenities

    In unit laundry, Patio / balcony, Hardwood floors, Garage, Carpet, and Range

  • 3271 Alma St

    $4,888
    3271 Alma Street, Palo Alto, CA 94306
    (415) 405-6374

    1 unit available
    3 bed
    Amenities

    In unit laundry, Dishwasher, Pet friendly, Carport, Recently renovated, Stainless steel + more

Average rent in Palo Alto, California

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The average rent for a 1 bedroom apartment in Palo Alto is $3,775+, while the average rent for a 2 bedroom apartment is $4,900+. Rent rates updated ago
Studio
$3,275+Trending down
1 Bed
$3,775+Trending down
2 Beds
$4,900+Trending down
3+ Beds
$6,975+Trending down
* Averages are based on the rental prices of properties listed on Apartment List that don’t include fees

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Living in Palo Alto, CA

"A remarkable thing about the Silicon Valley culture is that its status structure is so based on technical accomplishment and prowess." (-Jaron Lanier)

Once a sleepy college town, Palo Alto has transformed itself into the tech capital of the country. Stanford University is still here, but the big names attracting most people to this city are Facebook, Apple and Paypal. You might have been the smartest person in your class growing up, but in the middle of Silicon Valley you'll probably just blend into the crowd. This city is home to the most educated population of any United States city, and it certainly shows.

Each workday, the population of Palo Alto doubles as commuters come to the city to work

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