1. Review the eligibility guidelines to verify if you are eligible to rent at Stanford West Apartments. Your eligibility priority must fall within categories 1a and 2b. (Leasing manager will confirm eligibility after your application has been received.)

2. Contact the Stanford West Leasing Office at 650-725-2000 or by email stanfordwestapartments@stanford.edu to inquire about availability. You may be asked to complete and return a Waiting List form. If there is availability, you can complete the application process Steps 3 - 5 below.

3. Complete and submit a rental application (Application.pdf). Please complete all the forms. Provide supporting documentation listed on the Verifiable Income page, as applicable. You may also request forms by calling 650-725-2000.

4. Prepare two separate checks payable to Stanford West:

One check for the non-refundable rental application fee. The fee is $40.00 for each applicant ( age 18 and over). The application fee is not a guarantee of approval for residency.

One check for the unit holding deposit. A $500.00 to $1,000.00 holding deposit is collected at the time a unit is assigned. Once your rental application is approved, you have 72hours to cancel, after which time the holding deposit is non-refundable. The holding deposit is not a guarantee of approval for residency.