Looking for the perfect home in the heart of Silicon Valley? This charming detached cottage in Palo Alto's coveted Professorville neighborhood puts you right where the action happens. Ideal for busy professionals who want both convenience and comfort.
Just steps from Downtown Palo Alto tech hubs, top startups, and major company headquarters
Quick commute? No problem! Easy Caltrain access gets you up and down the Peninsula or into San Francisco with ease
Surrounded by the energy of Silicon Valley, yet tucked away on serene, tree-lined streets
Close to Town & Country Village, Whole Foods, and Stanford University
No Pets, No smoking
Your Personal Retreat:
1 Bedroom | 1 Bathroom | Cozy Living Area - Ideal for single occupancy
Fresh updates with brand-new floors, full house painting, and new energy-efficient appliances
Made for Comfortable Living:
Climate Control: Stay cool in the summer, cozy in the winter with built-in A/C and Heating.
In-Unit Laundry: Washer & dryer because convenience matters.
Kitchenette: Gas cooktop, fridge, and microwave for quick, easy meals.
Schedule Your Private Tour:
Viewings are by appointment only for qualified inquiries.
* Annual Lease, Monthly rent attractively priced at $3,095
* Security Deposit: $3,095, Credit, Reference & Background checks are required
* $30 (credit check & processing)
Annual Lease
House for rent
$3,095/mo
Fees may apply
1226 Middlefield Rd, Palo Alto, CA 94301
1beds
500sqft
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Single family residence
Available now
No pets
Wall unit
In unit laundry
Heat pump
What's special
Charming detached cottageSerene tree-lined streetsFull house paintingNew energy-efficient appliancesIn-unit laundry
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Zillow last checked: 10 hours ago
Listing updated: February 06, 2026 at 07:01pm
Travel times
Looking to buy when your lease ends?
Consider a first-time homebuyer savings account designed to grow your down payment with up to a 6% match & a competitive APY.
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 1
- Bathrooms: 1
- Full bathrooms: 1
Heating
- Heat Pump
Cooling
- Wall Unit
Appliances
- Included: Dryer, Freezer, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer
- Laundry: In Unit
Features
- Flooring: Hardwood
Interior area
- Total interior livable area: 500 sqft
Property
Parking
- Details: Contact manager
Details
- Parcel number: 12007016
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Community & HOA
Location
- Region: Palo Alto
Financial & listing details
- Lease term: 1 Year
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
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| 2/1/2026 | Price change | $3,095-4.8%$6/sqft |
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| 12/24/2025 | Listed for rent | $3,250+51.2%$7/sqft |
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| 11/18/2025 | Listing removed | $2,150$4/sqft |
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| 11/16/2025 | Listed for rent | $2,150+7.8%$4/sqft |
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| 9/13/2024 | Listing removed | $1,995$4/sqft |
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Neighborhood: University South
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 8/10Walter Hays Elementary SchoolGrades: K-5Distance: 0.3 mi
- 8/10Frank S. Greene Jr. MiddleGrades: 6-8Distance: 0.8 mi
- 10/10Palo Alto High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 0.7 mi

