
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Charleston Gardens Neighborhood of Palo Alto, CA from $1,600 (114 Rentals)
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Union Plaza Apartments

Merrilee Terrace Apartments

Stanford Villa

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3773 Park Blvd, Unit 3769 Park blvd

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Terman

Parker Palo Alto

Southwood Apartments

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2850 Middlefield Rd, Unit SI FL2-ID1260
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727 Layne Ct, Unit SI FL2-ID2036

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2850 Middlefield Rd, Unit SI FL2-ID1259

Greentree Apartments

The Acacia

488 James Rd

The Chalet at Curtner

523-529 Matadero Ave

Chestnut Avenue Apartments

568 Vista Ave

431 Dinahs Ct
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Boardwalk Park Place Apartments

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Parksquare Apartments

Wilkie Court Apartments

The Midfield Apartments

242 Curtner Ave

Arastradero West

577 Vista Ave

Layne Court Apartments

Ramona
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420 James Rd

Byron St Apartments

Alma Street Apartments

241 Curtner

Alma Street Apartments

720-738 Sutter Ave

425 Page Mill Rd

701 N Rengstorff Ave, Unit 19

The Camille North Apartments

Monte Sierra Apartments
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Del Medio Manor

Park Plaza Apartments

Surrey House

The Laurel at Mountain View (55+)

Shoreline Village

The Camille Apartments

Latham Court Apartments

Woodview Apartments

Del Medio Garden Apartments
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Charleston Gardens, Palo Alto, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Charleston Gardens?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Charleston Gardens Studio Apartments | $3,246 | $2,060 | $4,494 |
| Charleston Gardens 1 Bedroom Apartments | $4,360 | $2,208 | $8,388 |
| Charleston Gardens 2 Bedroom Apartments | $5,559 | $2,795 | $10,000+ |
| Charleston Gardens 3 Bedroom Apartments | $6,221 | $4,445 | $7,923 |
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There are currently 114 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Charleston Gardens Neighborhood of Palo Alto, CA.
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Cheapest Available Charleston Gardens Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Charleston Gardens area of San Jose, CA is a Studio unit found at The Chalet at Curtner priced from $2,095. The Camille North Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $2,145. Here are the most affordable Charleston Gardens apartments for rent in San Jose, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Chalet at Curtner | Cabin | Studio,1BA | $2,095 |
| The Camille North Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $2,145 |
| Monte Sierra Apartments | Monte Sierra Apartments - Single-Story Studio A... | Studio,1BA | $2,195 |
| The Arbors at Mountain View Apartments | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2,245 |
| Surrey House | Unit 10 | 1BR,1BA | $2,395 |
| Shoreline Village | One Bedroom 1-B | 1BR,1BA | $2,495 |
| 360 Chiquita Renovated 1 Bedroom | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $2,499 |
| The Camille Apartments | 1 Beds, 1 Baths | 1BR,1BA | $2,595 |
| The Californian Apartments | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $2,695 |
| Somerset Place Apartments | 2x1 U | 2BR,1BA | $2,995 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Charleston Gardens, CA
As of June 24, 2026 the best value apartment in the Charleston Gardens area is the $2.96 price per square foot Unit 325 Model at Park Plaza in the in the Duveneck neighborhood starting from $4,400. The second greatest value Charleston Gardens apartment is the Townhouse Model at Woodview Apartments starting at $3,195 with a $3.21 price per square foot in the San Antonio neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Charleston Gardens apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Park Plaza | Unit 325 | 3BR,2BA | $2.96 |
| Woodview Apartments | Townhouse | 2BR,1.5BA | $3.21 |
| The Californian Apartments | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $2.99 |
| Aviana Apartments | 2 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 2BR,1BA | $4.48 |
| 360 Chiquita Renovated 1 Bedroom | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $3.84 |
| Shoreline Village | One Bedroom 1-B | 1BR,1BA | $4.05 |
| Surrey House | Unit 10 | 1BR,1BA | $3.99 |
| The Camille North Apartments | 1 Beds, 1 Baths | 1BR,1BA | $4.19 |
| The Camille Apartments | 1 Beds, 1 Baths | 1BR,1BA | $4.36 |
| The Arbors at Mountain View Apartments | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $4.01 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleCharleston Gardens, Palo Alto, CA
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Best Local Schools in Charleston Gardens, Palo Alto, CA
Herbert Hoover Elementary
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Charleston Gardens Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Charleston Gardens?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Charleston Gardens is at The Chalet at Curtner listed at $2,095.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Charleston Gardens Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Charleston Gardens Apartment is $2,245 at The Arbors at Mountain View Apartments.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Charleston Gardens Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Charleston Gardens is starting from $2,895 at The Arbors at Mountain View Apartments.
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