Apartments for Rent in Palo Alto
As of July 1, 2026, Rentomatics tracks 133 apartments for rent in Palo Alto, starting at $1,695/month. Listings are aggregated from Craigslist, Zumper, and other Bay Area sources and refreshed every 3 hours.
Palo Alto is Stanford's home and the Peninsula's most expensive rental market — University Ave downtown, Stanford Shopping Center, and Caltrain at the University Ave station. 1BRs regularly $3,500-$4,200; premium for the Peninsula.
133 listings available — updated July 1, 2026, refreshed every 3 hours
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Frequently asked
How many apartments are available in Palo Alto right now?
As of July 1, 2026, Rentomatics tracks 133 apartments for rent in Palo Alto. Listings refresh every 3 hours from Craigslist, Zumper, and other Bay Area sources.
What is the rent for a typical apartment in Palo Alto?
Among current Rentomatics listings, apartments in Palo Alto start at $1,695/month, with an average of $5,722 and a median of $4,533/month. Prices reflect 133 active listings updated July 1, 2026.
How often are Rentomatics listings updated?
Rentomatics refreshes listings every 3 hours from Craigslist, Zumper, and other Bay Area rental sources. Stale listings are removed within 5 days of last sighting.
Does Rentomatics show broker fees?
Yes. Every Rentomatics listing displays whether a broker fee applies, and users can filter to show only no-fee apartments.
What is Palo Alto like?
Palo Alto is Stanford's home and the Peninsula's most expensive rental market — University Ave downtown, Stanford Shopping Center, and Caltrain at the University Ave station. 1BRs regularly $3,500-$4,200; premium for the Peninsula.