
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Charleston Meadow Neighborhood of Palo Alto, CA from $1,100 (49 Rentals)
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Eagle Park Apartments

255 S Rengstorff Ave

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273 Mountain View Ave

The Laurel at Mountain View (55+)
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Charleston Meadow, Palo Alto, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Charleston Meadow?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Charleston Meadow Studio Apartments | $3,086 | $1,708 | $4,160 |
| Charleston Meadow 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,877 | $1,185 | $8,327 |
| Charleston Meadow 2 Bedroom Apartments | $4,849 | $2,410 | $10,000+ |
| Charleston Meadow 3 Bedroom Apartments | $5,272 | $4,281 | $7,673 |
| Charleston Meadow 4 Bedroom Apartments | $8,950 | $8,950 | $8,950 |
Browse Apartments in this Neighborhood
There are currently 49 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Charleston Meadow Neighborhood of Palo Alto, CA.
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Cheapest Available Charleston Meadow Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Charleston Meadow area of San Jose, CA is a 1 Bed unit found at Paulson Park priced from $1,884. The Villa Monte Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,895. Here are the most affordable Charleston Meadow apartments for rent in San Jose, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Paulson Park | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,884 |
| The Villa Monte Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,895 |
| The Chalet at Curtner | Cabin | Studio,1BA | $1,995 |
| All Single Story Apartment Community | Monte Sierra Apartments - Single-Story Studio A... | Studio,1BA | $2,095 |
| The Camille North Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $2,145 |
| 260 Chiquita Ave Apartments | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2,295 |
| Surrey House | Unit 10 | 1BR,1BA | $2,395 |
| The Laurel at Mountain View (55+) | Studio | Studio,1BA | $2,400 |
| Union Plaza Apartments | Studio with AC | Studio,1BA | $2,450 |
| Del Medio Manor | JR-1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2,450 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Charleston Meadow, CA
As of November 27, 2025 the best value apartment in the Charleston Meadow area is the $3.70 price per square foot 3BR Model at Park Plaza in the in the Duveneck neighborhood starting from $5,500. The second greatest value Charleston Meadow apartment is the 3BR/2BA Model at Merrilee Terrace Apartments starting at $4,995 with a $3.84 price per square foot in the Ventura neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Charleston Meadow apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Park Plaza | 3BR | 3BR,2BA | $3.70 |
| Merrilee Terrace Apartments | 3BR/2BA | 3BR,2BA | $3.84 |
| Woodview Apartments | Townhouse | 2BR,1.5BA | $3.21 |
| Fayette Arms Apartments | Two Bedroom, Two Bath | 2BR,2BA | $3.77 |
| 3133 Alma St, Unit 3133 | 3133 Alma St | 2BR,1BA | $3.51 |
| Park Terrace | 2x1 P | 2BR,1BA | $3.67 |
| 260 Chiquita Ave Apartments | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $3.28 |
| Aviana Apartments | 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $3.83 |
| Del Medio Garden Apartments | 2747 - 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $3.90 |
| Paulson Park | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $3.09 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleCharleston Meadow, Palo Alto, CA
Ranked #4
Among cities in California for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
4.0Pet Friendly
Best Local Schools in Charleston Meadow, Palo Alto, CA
Herbert Hoover Elementary
Jane Lathrop Stanford Middle
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Lifestyle Ratings
ApartmentHomeLiving brings you Lifestyle Ratings of rentals in cities and towns across the United States including Charleston Meadow, Palo Alto, and the greater San Jose area. Our Lifestyle Ratings help you zero-in on the perfect place to call home. This takes in many factors including searching for the best amenities, and the best outdoor access, kid and pet-friendly communities, availability of transit options, in addition to floorplans, availablity, and pricing. These search options are in the site filters at the top of this page.
Getting Around the Charleston Meadow Neighborhood in Palo Alto, CA
Walk Score®
77 / 100
Very Walkable
Most errands can be accomplished on foot
Bike Score®
96 / 100
Biker's Paradise
Daily errands can be accomplished on a bike
Transit Score®
43 / 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 Meadow Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Charleston Meadow?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Charleston Meadow is under $2,450.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Charleston Meadow?
The cheapest apartment in Charleston Meadow is Paulson Park which is listed at $1,884, while the average apartment in Charleston Meadow costs $10,900.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Charleston Meadow?
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 5 regular apartments in Charleston Meadow 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 Meadow?
Cheap apartments in Charleston Meadow have an average cost of $187 which is $10,713 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Charleston Meadow.
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