
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Charleston Gardens Neighborhood of Palo Alto, CA from $800 (41 Rentals)
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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 |
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Charleston Gardens Studio Apartments | $3,222 | $2,225 | $5,279 |
Charleston Gardens 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,939 | $2,075 | $9,570 |
Charleston Gardens 2 Bedroom Apartments | $5,201 | $2,695 | $9,870 |
Charleston Gardens 3 Bedroom Apartments | $5,991 | $4,546 | $7,731 |
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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 1 Bed unit found at The Arbors at Mountain View Apartments priced from $2,245. Shoreline Village has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $2,250. Here are the most affordable Charleston Gardens apartments for rent in San Jose, CA:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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The Arbors at Mountain View Apartments | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2,245 |
Shoreline Village | One Bedroom 1-B | 1BR,1BA | $2,250 |
Caltega | 1-Bedroom, 1-Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $2,295 |
Latham Court Apartments | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $2,295 |
Del Medio Manor | Studio 520sqft | Studio,1BA | $2,300 |
Alma Street Apartments | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $2,345 |
Union Plaza Apartments | Studio (Renovated) | Studio,1BA | $2,350 |
Fayette Townhouse Apartments | 1 BR with YARD | 1BR,1BA | $2,495 |
Maplewood Apartments | Plan S1 | Studio,1BA | $2,525 |
The Camille Apartments | 1 Beds, 1 Baths | 1BR,1BA | $2,595 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Charleston Gardens, CA
As of June 02, 2025 the best value apartment in the Charleston Gardens area is the $3.21 price per square foot Townhouse Model at Woodview Apartments in the in the San Antonio neighborhood starting from $3,195. The second greatest value Charleston Gardens apartment is the 2BR/2.0BA Model at 1973 San Luis Avenue starting at $3,395 with a $3.95 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. |
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Woodview Apartments | Townhouse | 2BR,1.5BA | $3.21 |
1973 San Luis Avenue | 2BR/2.0BA | 2BR,2BA | $3.95 |
Midtown Apartments | 2-Bedrooms, 1-Bathroom | 2BR,1BA | $3.71 |
Terman | 2 Bedroom - 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $3.49 |
Somerset Place Apartments | 2x1 U | 2BR,1BA | $3.82 |
Aviana Apartments | 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $3.79 |
Del Medio Garden Apartments | 250 - 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $3.90 |
Shoreline Village | One Bedroom 1-B | 1BR,1BA | $3.65 |
Caltega | 1-Bedroom, 1-Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $3.82 |
Surrey House | Unit 18 | 1BR,1BA | $3.99 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleCharleston Gardens, Palo Alto, CA
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Among neighborhoods in Palo Alto, CA for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
4.0Pet Friendly
Best Local Schools in Charleston Gardens, Palo Alto, CA
Herbert Hoover Elementary
Jane Lathrop Stanford Middle
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Lifestyle Ratings
ApartmentHomeLiving brings you our detailed rental analysis called 'Lifestyle Ratings' - a comparison of rentals and neighborhoods across the USA, including Charleston Gardens, Palo Alto, and the greater San Jose area. Lifestyle Ratings show you the best fit for your needs and interests. This takes in many factors including searching for the best amenities, and the best outdoor access, pet-friendly features, places that make kids happy, proximity to transit, and other valuable search options. Use Lifestyle Search in the site filter options on this page - and find your Perfect place!
Getting Around the Charleston Gardens Neighborhood in Palo Alto, CA
Walk Score®
80 / 100
Very Walkable
Most errands can be accomplished on foot
Bike Score®
99 / 100
Biker's Paradise
Daily errands can be accomplished on a bike
Transit Score®
31 / 100
Some Transit
A few nearby public transportation options
What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?
- Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
- Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
- Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Charleston Gardens Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Charleston Gardens?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Charleston Gardens is under $2,595.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Charleston Gardens?
The cheapest apartment in Charleston Gardens is The Arbors at Mountain View Apartments which is listed at $2,245, while the average apartment in Charleston Gardens costs $5,767.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Charleston Gardens?
Student, low-income, and by-the-bed apartments are typically the cheapest rentals in most cities, though they require qualifying criteria to rent. There are 1 regular apartments in Charleston Gardens that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
How do the prices of cheap apartments compare to the average apartment in Charleston Gardens?
Cheap apartments in Charleston Gardens have an average cost of $252 which is $5,515 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Charleston Gardens.
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