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Apartments for Rent in Palo Alto, CA

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When were prices and availability in Palo Alto, CA last updated?

Prices and availability in Palo Alto, CA were last updated on 21 Jun 2026.

What are the best apartments in Palo Alto, CA?
What is the average rent in Palo Alto, CA?

The average rent in Palo Alto, CA is $3,604.

What is the price range for a studio apartment in Palo Alto, CA?

The price range for a studio apartment in Palo Alto, CA is between $1,675 and $4,495.

What is the price range for a 1-bedroom apartment in Palo Alto, CA?

The price range for a 1-bedroom apartment in Palo Alto, CA is between $1,925 and $5,971.

What is the price range for a 2-bedroom apartment in Palo Alto, CA?

The price range for a 2-bedroom apartment in Palo Alto, CA is between $2,295 and $5,987.

What is the price range for a 3-bedroom apartment in Palo Alto, CA?

The price range for a 3-bedroom apartment in Palo Alto, CA is between $2,295 and $5,987.

What type of rental buildings are in Palo Alto, CA?

In Palo Alto, 45% of the residents are renting compared to 55% owning a home, according to data from the U.S. Census Bureau. Large-scale apartment buildings with more than 50 units represent 21% of Palo Alto's rentals, 49% are small-scale complexes with under 50 units, and 30% are single-family rentals.

What do typical apartment communities look like in Palo Alto, CA?

The age and size of multifamily buildings are among the most visible characteristics of the rental market in a city. In this case, the apartment buildings in Palo Alto are about 48 years old, on average. Of these, 22% have been built since 2000, representing the newer options on the market and typically offering more amenities. Rental buildings in the city have an average height of 4 stories. About 94% of the rental communities here are low-rise, garden-style communities, 7% are mid-rises, and 2% are high-rise buildings. These are true especially for large-scale multifamily buildings with over 50 apartments.

What apartment floorplans are common in Palo Alto, CA?

Studio apartments in Palo Alto are around 17% of rentals, while 1-bedroom floor plans represent 40% of the total stock. For those in search of larger rentals, 2-bedroom floorplans make up 35% of all rentals. More generous apartments with 3 bedrooms or more are also available in this city for those in search of more space.