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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.
    3 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

    $4,920
    501 Forest Avenue, Palo Alto, CA 94301
    (650) 643-5695

    5 units available
    1 bed • 2 bed
    Amenities

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

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  • 13 Year "Young" 3 Bed, 3 Bath Contemporary Home- Steps to University Ave!

    $7,800
    559 Lytton Avenue, Palo Alto, CA 94301
    (650) 331-1515

    1 unit available
    3 bed
    Amenities

    In unit laundry, Patio / balcony, Hardwood floors, Dishwasher, Garage, Recently renovated + more

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  • Beautiful Home in Crescent park, Palo Alto available now.

    $16,500
    880 University Avenue, Palo Alto, CA 94301
    (650) 269-3272

    1 unit available
    5 bed
    Amenities

    Hardwood floors, Garage, Recently renovated, and Stainless steel

  • Beautifully Appointed 5 Bed, 4 Bath Executive Home

    $11,000
    714 East Charleston Road, Palo Alto, CA 94303
    (650) 331-1515

    1 unit available
    5 bed
    Amenities

    In unit laundry, Patio / balcony, Garage, Recently renovated, Stainless steel, and Clubhouse

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

    $6,300
    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

  • Spacious Townhome in Palo Alto

    $6,900
    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

  • 759 Ramona Street

    $5,000
    759 Ramona Street, Palo Alto, CA 94301
    (831) 786-5845

    1 unit available
    2 bed
    Amenities

    In unit laundry, Patio / balcony, Hardwood floors, Dishwasher, Carport, Recently renovated + more

  • Wonderfully Located 3 Bed, 1 Bath Home- Close to Michell Park + Library, Shops, and More!

    $5,400
    3381 Cowper Street, Palo Alto, CA 94306
    (650) 331-1515

    1 unit available
    3 bed
    Amenities

    In unit laundry, Patio / balcony, Dishwasher, Garage, Recently renovated, and Playground

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  • Freshly Updated 3 Bed, 2 Bath Eichler w/ Central Heat AC!

    $6,300
    65 Roosevelt Circle, Palo Alto, CA 94306
    (650) 331-1515

    1 unit available
    3 bed
    Amenities

    In unit laundry, Dishwasher, Cats allowed, Garage, Recently renovated, and Air conditioning

  • 855 Rorke Way

    $6,100
    855 Rorke Way, Palo Alto, CA 94303
    (341) 895-7269

    1 unit available
    3 bed
    Amenities

    In unit laundry, Dishwasher, Garage, Air conditioning, and Refrigerator

  • Charming Palo Alto Home with Beautiful Landscaping!

    $6,500
    954 Celia Drive, Palo Alto, CA 94303
    (650) 847-3800

    1 unit available
    3 bed
    Amenities

    In unit laundry, Hardwood floors, Dishwasher, Garage, Recently renovated, Pool + more

  • Spacious Condo in Downtown Palo Alto, 2BR | 2 BA

    $5,500
    185 Forest Avenue, Palo Alto, CA 94301
    (650) 847-3800

    1 unit available
    2 bed
    Amenities

    In unit laundry, Dogs allowed, Garage, Recently renovated, and Some paid utils

  • 221 High St

    $4,900
    221 High Street, Palo Alto, CA 94301
    (408) 752-5211

    1 unit available
    2 bed
    Amenities

    In unit laundry, Patio / balcony, Hardwood floors, Dishwasher, Parking, Stainless steel + more

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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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