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Houses for Rent in Palo Alto, CA

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Houses for Rent in Palo Alto, CA. 25 Rentals Available
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    2931 Louis Road, Palo Alto, CA 94303
    1 BED $2,345
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    931 Cowper Street, Palo Alto, CA 94301
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    49 Showers Dr Apt E254, Mountain View, CA 94040
    2 BEDS $4,200
  • a red house with a garden in front of it
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    482 Mariposa Ave, Mountain View, CA 94041
    3 BEDS $5,720
  • a white house with a driveway and a garage door
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    1348 Henderson Ave, Menlo Park, CA 94025
    2 BEDS $3,500
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    99 E Middlefield Rd Apt 48, Mountain View, CA 94043
    2 BEDS $3,300
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    164 Georgetown Dr, Mountain View, CA 94043
    3 BEDS $4,000
  • a house with a car parked in front of it
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    720 Elm St #2, Redwood City, CA 94063
    1 BED $3,000
  • a house with a car parked in a driveway
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    454 Pala Ave, Sunnyvale, CA 94086
    1 BED $4,480
  • a building with a porch and a tree in front of it
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    #204, Sunnyvale, CA 94087
    1 BED $2,600
  • 258 Lowell Street Studio Apartment for Rent

    258 Lowell Street, Redwood City, CA 94062
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    8552 Schooner Way, Newark, CA 94560
    3 BEDS $3,600
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    20198 Northwest Square, Cupertino, CA 95014
    2 BEDS $3,500
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    20710 Greenleaf Dr, Cupertino, CA 95014
    1 BED $5,480
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    10090 United Place, Cupertino, CA 95014
    STUDIO $3,500
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    APT# 1518, Cupertino, CA 950147
    1 BED $2,400
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    19861 Portal Plaza, Cupertino, CA 95014
    1 BED $3,200
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    2915 Millar Ave, Santa Clara, CA 95051
    1 BED $3,599
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    21039 Manita Ct, Cupertino, CA 95014
    1 BED $5,480
  • a white house with a white door and plants
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    3097 Pruneridge Ave, Santa Clara, CA 95051
    1 BED $4,180
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    1072 Harlan Drive, San Jose, CA 95129
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    3901 Lick Mill Blvd #251, Santa Clara, CA 95054
    1 BED $2,800
  • a yellow house with a car parked in front of it
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    1180 Flying Fish St, Foster City, CA 94404
    1 BED $6,180
  • a yellow house with a driveway and a garage door
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    1094 Bermuda Drive, San Mateo, CA 94403
    3 BEDS $4,500
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    1049 Luz Del Sol Loop, Milpitas, CA 95035
    1 BED $2,799
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Palo Alto, CA rent trends

Rental prices in Palo Alto, CA have decreased by 5.6% over the past year. The average rent moved from $3,109 to $2,935.

Check out the average rent prices in Palo Alto by neighborhood.

Compared to the national average rent of $1,741, the average rent in Palo Alto, CA is $2,935.

Average rent in Palo Alto, CA

$2,935/mo Palo Alto, CA average rental price, January 2026
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The average monthly rent of apartments in Palo Alto, CA is $2,935.

    What's the typical rent budget in Palo Alto, CA?

    About 33% of apartment rents in Palo Alto, CA range between $2,501-$3,000. Meanwhile, apartments around > $3,000 represent 34% of apartments. Around 24% of Palo Alto’s apartments are in the $2,001-$2,500 price range. 9% of apartments are priced between $1,501-$2,000.

    The largest share of rentals in Palo Alto, CA (34%) fall between $3,000- per month. This suggests that most people succesfully find suitable apartments within this price.

    Getting around in Palo Alto, CA

    84 /100
    Very Walkable
    45 /100
    Some Transit
    100 /100
    Biker's Paradise
    Walk Score®: 84, Transit Score®: 45, Bike Score®: 100

    Frequently asked questions

    How many houses are available in Palo Alto, CA on RentCafe?

    There are 2 house rentals available on RentCafe. Prices and availability in Palo Alto, CA were last updated on 25 Feb 2026.

    What is the average size of a rental house in Palo Alto, CA?

    The average Palo Alto, CA rental house size is 1,044 sq. ft.

    What are the advantages of renting a house in Palo Alto, CA?

    Renting a house in Palo Alto, CA comes with more space, both indoor and outdoor.

    What are the downsides of renting a house apartment in Palo Alto, CA?

    Houses for rent in Palo Alto, CA are usually located in non-central areas.

    Look for houses for rent near me

    Do you want a house with a backyard, a grill area, that offers you privacy and enough space for your family? RentCafe offers you the possibility to look for a house for rent near you, to find the one that best suits your family. Browsing through our listings, you can filter by size, price, pet policy, check out the location, to find the best house in your area. Whether you are looking to move to a particular neighborhood, or a specific ZIP code, may it be for its safety, beautiful buildings, or quiet atmosphere, you can find the rental house that your whole family will enjoy.

    Your next home is out there, whether you are looking for a house for rent near you or anywhere in the U.S. Easily browse houses for rent with availability updated daily, and let's find the one that is perfect for you!

    Renting a house in Palo Alto, CA

    Some people just don’t buy into the American dream of owning your own house and sacrificing flexibility. Also, a 30-year mortgage is not the most pleasant thought to wake up with every morning. We understand. But what if you need some extra storage space? What if you like a backyard where you could throw BBQ parties and the kids could play in a safe environment? Luckily, you can forget the dreaded mortgage. Renting a house is the answer. There are 25 homes for rent in Palo Alto, CA. And it won’t necessarily cost an arm and a leg to rent the perfect home for your family. You can look into duplexes for rent too. Prices in Palo Alto, CA for rental homes start at $2,345. Or, if you don’t want your neighbors too close, you should browse some single family homes for rent, priced up to $6,180 per month.

    A rental house offers flexibility

    Your family situation will change throughout your life. Renting makes it possible to match the size of your home to your lifestyle and financial situation. And with 25 houses listed in Palo Alto, CA, with prices ranging from $2,345 to $6,180 it’s possible to find the perfect one for you, whether you’re on the lookout for cheap houses for rent or something fancy and expensive. Maybe it’s just you and your significant other at the moment sharing a charming downtown apartment. But there’s a chance that at some point in time, a third family member will show-up and suddenly that 1 bedroom apartment you were so happy with will become too small. You will realize that you’d much rather prefer the comfort of your own backyard, than all the excitement your current neighborhood provides, that you no longer have time to enjoy anyway. If you want to continue living comfortably, you may want to rent a 2 bedroom house. Or maybe your oldest son turned into a young man who’s going off to college soon. You’ll find yourself in a 4 bedroom house that is suddenly too big. You could downsize and rent a 3 bedroom home with a pool, in a much nicer area. The flexibility of renting makes it possible.

    Finding a home nearby is easier than you think. Check out our Apartments Near Me page and take your pick!