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Palo Alto, CA

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The birthplace of Silicon Valley is a California dream

Upscale Bayfront Nature Bicycle-Friendly College Town University Multicultural High-Tech

Palo Alto is known as the birthplace of Silicon Valley and that unique heritage is proudly on display, with the Computer History Museum just down the street from Google’s world headquarters and countless other tech companies all over town. The restaurant scene rivals that of nearby San Francisco, with many small, independent eateries serving up some of the best food in the Bay Area.

With close proximity to the country’s tech center, it’s no surprise that Palo Alto apartments come with some of the most incredible amenities around. Residents also have access to dozens of options for outdoor recreation, including the gorgeous hiking and biking trails through the surrounding nature preserves, several golf courses, and easy access to San Francisco Bay. Bicycling is a popular mode of transportation around Palo Alto, with many bike-friendly routes around the city.

Palo Alto is famous as the home of Stanford University, and the campus is one of the most dominant landmarks in the area. City residents enjoy many perks from living so close to this major college, particularly the academic community, sporting events, and art exhibits. The art scene extends off-campus to places like the Allied Arts Guild, Palo Alto Art Center, and Cantor Arts Center. Parents will find plenty of activities for young children too, such as the Palo Alto Community Theatre and the Junior Museum & Zoo.

Rent Trends

As of January 2025, the average apartment rent in Palo Alto, CA is $2,641 for a studio, $2,810 for one bedroom, $3,651 for two bedrooms, and $4,541 for three bedrooms. Apartment rent in Palo Alto has increased by 1.9% in the past year.

Property Type
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Apartment
$2,810/month
639 Sq Ft
House
$6,070/month
1,456 Sq Ft
Condo
$3,484/month
982 Sq Ft
Townhome
$6,043/month
1,458 Sq Ft
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Transportation

76

Very Walkable

out of 100 WalkScore® Rating

If you enjoy walking, you’ll enjoy renting in this area! It’s a very walkable neighborhood.

41

Some Transit

out of 100 TransitScore® Rating

You'll likely want a car when living in this area since it has few transit options.

94

Biker's Paradise

out of 100 BikeScore® Rating

Do you prefer to get around on two wheels? You’ll love living in this neighborhood, which is considered a biker’s paradise.

Schools

Herbert Hoover Elementary

Public

Grades K-5

386 Students

9
out of 10

Palo Verde Elementary

Public

Grades K-5

382 Students

9
out of 10

Fairmeadow Elementary

Public

Grades K-5

403 Students

8
out of 10

Duveneck Elementary

Public

Grades K-5

346 Students

8
out of 10

Addison Elementary

Public

Grades K-5

331 Students

8
out of 10

Jane Lathrop Stanford Middle

Public

Grades 6-8

996 Students

8
out of 10

Frank S. Greene Jr. Middle

Public

Grades 6-8

755 Students

8
out of 10

Ellen Fletcher Middle

Public

Grades 6-8

515 Students

8
out of 10

Palo Alto High

Public

Grades 9-12

1,992 Students

9
out of 10

Henry M. Gunn High

Public

Grades 9-12

1,787 Students

9
out of 10

Points of Interest

Parks and Recreation

  • Esther Clark Nature Preserve
  • Redwood Grove
  • Terman Park
  • Foothill College Observatory
  • Bol Park

Military Bases

Airports

  • Norman Y Mineta San Jose International
  • San Francisco International

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