Brand-New Private ADU with 1 Bedroom, Full Kitchen & 2 Bathrooms, Utilities Included $3500/mo
Available: 09/01/2026 (Sep 1st)
Rent: $3500/month
Deposit: $3500
About the Unit:
A newly built private ADU located in the quiet and desirable Charleston Meadow neighborhood of Palo Alto. This modern unit is perfect for quiet working professionals or graduate students looking for comfort, privacy, and convenience.
Studio-style layout with two full-size Murphy beds.
Private entrance through backyard (no access to or from main house)
Hardwood floors and lots of natural light through large window
Full kitchen with brand-new electric cooktop, microwave, and refrigerator
Private 2 full bathrooms and closets
Dedicated AC/heating unit in each room for personal climate control
Street parking available
Location:
Quiet friendly Charleston Meadows neighborhood
Minutes away from Caltrain station
Biking distance to Cal Ave, Downtown Palo Alto and Stanford University
Quick access to El Camino Real, Page Mill, and major tech employers
Close to Target, Walmart, Safeway, Trader Joe's and Whole Foods
2 miles from 101 freeway with connection to 85 and 237.
Included with Rent:
Utilities included: electricity, water, trash, and high-speed Wi-Fi
Move-in condition checklist provided at lease start
No shared spaces with main house residents
Rental Requirements:
No smoking, no pets
No dryer or dishwasher in unit (Unit includes portable washer. Closest laundromat is 4 minutes away)
Application, proof of income, credit and background check required
First month's rent + deposit due upon lease signing
Why You'll Love It:
Enjoy peace and privacy in a brand-new, self-contained studio with your own kitchen and bathroom. Minutes from transit, shopping, and Stanford, this unit offers flexible living in one of Silicon Valley's most central neighborhoods.
Property & Occupancy
Unit has its own private entrance, kitchen, 2 full bathrooms, and closets. Semi-furnished with 2 queen sized Murphy beds.
No access to or use of the main house or its shared spaces. Maximum occupancy: 3 people
Short term (3 or 6 months) leases considered
Rent & Security Deposit
Monthly Rent: $3500 (including electricity, water, trash and high-speed WiFi)
Security Deposit: $3500 (refundable, subject to standard wear and tear)
Short term leases considered (3 or 6 months)
Rent due on or before the 1st of each month
Late rent fee: $50 for every 7 days, after 3-day grace period
Utilities
Included in Rent: Electricity, water, trash, and high-speed Wi-Fi
Utilities are included subject to normal residential usage
Excessive or commercial use (e.g., running space heaters continuously, mining cryptocurrency, etc.) will incur additional or punitive charges at landlord's discretion
Landlord reserves the right to notify tenant of abnormal usage and provide itemized overage charges if necessary
Appliances & Fixtures
Provided: Microwave oven, electric cooktop, and refrigerator, foldable desks and chairs, Murphy queen beds (with mattress).
Portable washer. No dryer, or dishwasher provided. Tenant responsible for routine cleaning and maintenance of provided appliances
Parking
Ample street parking
No blocking of driveways or other tenant/resident access
Use of Premises
Residential use only no business or commercial activity permitted
No alterations, painting, or installation of major equipment without written permission
Quiet hours are in effect from 10:00 PM to 7:00 AM daily
No loud music, parties or disruptive noise at any time
Tenant agrees to maintain reasonable noise levels out of respect for other occupants on the property and surrounding neighbors
Persistent noise complaints or disturbances may be considered grounds for lease termination
Use & Subletting
Unit is for residential use only
Subletting is strictly prohibited, including temporary or short-term rental platforms such as Airbnb, Vrbo, or similar
Tenant may not assign, sublet, or rent the unit in whole or in part to any other party
Pets & Smoking
No pets allowed
No smoking (including vaping or cannabis) inside or outside the unit
Repairs & Maintenance
Tenant to report all maintenance issues promptly
Tenant responsible for keeping unit clean and in good condition
Landlord will handle structural, plumbing, and electrical repairs unless damage is due to tenant negligence
Entry & Inspections
Landlord may enter the unit with 24-hour written notice for inspections, repairs, or showings per California Civil Code 1954
Termination
Tenant must provide 30-day written notice prior to lease end if not renewing
Early termination requires landlord approval and may incur a penalty equal to one month's rent
Legal
This unit is exempt from California's rent control laws (AB 1482) as it is part of an owner-occupied single-family residence with only one rental unit
Lease governed by laws of the State of California
Apartment for rent
Accepts Zillow applications
$3,500/mo
4221 Wilkie Way, # A, Palo Alto, CA 94306
1beds
450sqft
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Apartment
Available Tue Sep 1 2026
No pets
Air conditioner, central air
In unit laundry
Central, forced air
What's special
Studio-style layoutStreet parking availableNewly built private aduTwo full-size murphy bedsPrivate entrance through backyardModern unitAmple street parking
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Travel times
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 1
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
Heating
- Central, Forced Air
Cooling
- Air Conditioner, Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Dryer, Freezer, Microwave Oven, Refrigerator, Washer
- Laundry: In Unit
Features
- Flooring: Hardwood
- Furnished: Yes
Interior area
- Total interior livable area: 450 sqft
Property
Parking
- Details: Contact manager
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: Apartment
- Property subtype: Apartment
Utilities & green energy
- Utilities for property: Electricity, Garbage, Internet, Water
Building
Management
- Pets allowed: No
Community & HOA
Location
- Region: Palo Alto
Financial & listing details
- Lease term: 1 Year
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 8/22/2026 | Price change | $3,500-12.5%$8/sqft |
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| 8/6/2026 | Price change | $4,000-4.8%$9/sqft |
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| 8/2/2026 | Listed for rent | $4,200+5%$9/sqft |
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| 5/19/2026 | Listing removed | $4,000$9/sqft |
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| 5/18/2026 | Listed for rent | $4,000$9/sqft |
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Neighborhood: Barron Park
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 9/10Barron Park Elementary SchoolGrades: K-5Distance: 0.5 mi
- 9/10Ellen Fletcher MiddleGrades: 6-8Distance: 0.9 mi
- 10/10Henry M. Gunn High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 0.9 mi
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