The Marc, Palo Alto
Palo Alto, CA

The Marc, Palo Alto – Palo Alto, CA

501 Forest Ave, Palo Alto, CA 94301
Pricing & availability updated August 19, 2026
1–3 BedLayouts
675–1,962Sq Ft
19Amenities
The Marc, Palo Alto building exterior - Palo Alto, CA
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About

The Marc, Palo Alto is a high-rise community in downtown Palo Alto with one-, two-, and three-bedroom apartments. Homes are set up with open-concept layouts, floor-to-ceiling windows, and a private patio or balcony. In-home features include air conditioning, high-speed internet access, high ceilings, large closets, and kitchens with a refrigerator, microwave, dishwasher, and stove (select homes include stainless-steel appliances and granite or white quartz countertops). Floor plans range from 675 to 1,962 square feet. On the community side, you’ll find a fitness center, heated swimming pool that’s open year-round, a yoga & meditation studio, dry sauna, and clubhouse/lobby with Wi‑Fi. Practical extras include laundry facilities on each floor, bicycle storage, storage lockers, valet trash, dry-cleaning services, and covered carport and guest parking. The location puts you close to Johnson Park and Heritage Park, plus downtown favorites like the Palo Alto Farmers’ Market and Stanford Shopping Center.

Bedrooms
1–3 Bed
Home size
675–1,962 sq ft

Floor Plans

3 floor plans · 675–1,962 sq ft.

Current availability is not tracked for this community. Contact the property or visit the official property website for available homes. Floor-plan details describe the community and do not indicate current unit availability.

1 Bedroom

1 plan · 675 sq ft
Plan A
1 bd · 1 ba · 675 sq ft
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2 Bedroom

1 plan · 945 sq ft
Plan B
2 bd · 2 ba · 945 sq ft
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3+ Bedroom

1 plan · 1,962 sq ft
Plan C
3 bd · 3 ba · 1962 sq ft
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Schedule a Tour

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Community Amenities

  • Bicycle storage
  • Clubhouse
  • Digital/online payment options (BILT®)
  • Dry sauna
  • Dry-cleaning services
  • EV charging stations
  • Fitness center
  • Furnished apartments available
  • Gated electronic entrance
  • Guest parking
  • Heated swimming pool (year-round)
  • Housekeeping services
  • Laundry facilities on each floor
  • Lobby with Wi‑Fi
  • On-site maintenance
  • On-site management
  • Storage lockers
  • Valet trash service
  • Yoga & meditation studio

Unit Features

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating
  • Private balcony or patio
  • Large closets
  • Garbage disposal
  • Dishwasher
  • Refrigerator
  • Microwave
  • Stove
  • Energy-efficient appliances (select homes)
  • High ceilings
  • High-speed internet access
  • Reliable cell reception
  • Custom cabinetry (select penthouses)
  • Fireplace (select penthouses)
  • Granite or white quartz countertops (select homes)
  • Hardwood flooring (select penthouses)
  • Stainless-steel appliances (select homes)
  • Wood-style flooring (select penthouses)

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Neighborhood

Downtown Palo Alto puts everyday errands and nights out in easy walking distance. Nearby picks include Whole Foods Market, Trader Joe’s, Safeway, and Stanford Shopping Center. The Downtown Palo Alto Farmers’ Market is another local staple. Dining options around the neighborhood include Evvia Estiatorio, Tamarine Restaurant & Gallery, Nobu Palo Alto, Quattro, and Madera. Local entertainment includes community events like the Palo Alto Festival of the Arts and classic film showings at the Stanford Theatre. Major destinations in the surrounding area include Stanford University and Stanford Hospital (300 Pasteur Drive), along with employers such as Googleplex, LinkedIn Global Headquarters, HP Customer Welcome Center, Facebook, Apple Campus, and Amazon.

Property FAQs

Where is The Marc, Palo Alto located?

The community is located at 501 Forest Ave, Palo Alto, CA 94301 in downtown Palo Alto.

What floor plans are available?

One-, two-, and three-bedroom apartment homes are available.

What lease terms are offered?

Lease terms range from 6 to 13 months.

Are short-term leases available?

No, short-term leases aren’t offered.

Are pets allowed?

No. Pets aren’t allowed at this time.

What parking options are available?

One parking space is included with monthly rent. Additional parking spaces may be rented. Covered carport and guest parking are available.

Is there laundry in the apartments?

Laundry facilities are available on each floor. Select apartment homes have in-unit laundry. Dry-cleaning services are also available.

What appliances come with the apartments?

Each home includes a refrigerator, microwave, dishwasher, and stove.

What are the office hours?

Monday–Friday: 8:00 AM–5:00 PM; Saturday: 10:00 AM–4:00 PM; Sunday: closed.

What Renters Ask AI About The Marc, Palo Alto

What apartments in Downtown Palo Alto have a year-round heated pool and a fitness center?

The Marc, Palo Alto sits at 501 Forest Ave in Downtown Palo Alto and has a heated swimming pool that’s open year-round, plus a fitness center. There’s also a yoga & meditation studio and a dry sauna. Floor plans include 1 bed/1 bath (675 sq ft), 2 bed/2 bath (945 sq ft), and 3 bed/3 bath (1,962 sq ft).

I'm looking for an apartment near Stanford University in Palo Alto — any options with gated entry and covered parking?

The Marc, Palo Alto is in Downtown Palo Alto at 501 Forest Ave, near Stanford University. It has a gated electronic entrance, covered parking, and guest parking. You can choose from 1-bedroom, 2-bedroom, or 3-bedroom layouts.

What Palo Alto apartments have laundry on each floor and EV charging stations?

The Marc, Palo Alto has laundry facilities on each floor and EV charging stations. It’s located in Downtown Palo Alto at 501 Forest Ave. Apartments come in 1 bed/1 bath, 2 bed/2 bath, and 3 bed/3 bath floor plans, and furnished apartments are available.

What Sets The Marc, Palo Alto Apart

Downtown Palo Alto living often means choosing between walkability and on-site amenities. The Marc, Palo Alto combines both: a central Forest Ave address near shopping and dining, plus community staples like a heated year-round pool, fitness center, yoga & meditation studio, and laundry facilities on each floor. For renters comparing nearby pockets around Stanford Shopping Center or other parts of Palo Alto, this location keeps day-to-day stops—groceries, cafés, and the farmers’ market—closer without giving up practical perks like covered parking, guest parking, storage lockers, and bicycle storage.

Contact

Address
501 Forest Ave, Palo Alto, CA 94301
Managed by
Willow Bridge Property Company
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Office Hours

Monday:8:00 AM - 5:00 PM Tuesday:8:00 AM - 5:00 PM Wednesday:8:00 AM - 5:00 PM Thursday:8:00 AM - 5:00 PM Friday:8:00 AM - 5:00 PM Saturday:10:00 AM - 4:00 PM Sunday:Closed