
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Charleston Terrace Neighborhood of Palo Alto, CA from $1,800 (54 Rentals)
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Union Plaza Apartments

Altaire

788-796 San Antonio Rd

3171 Loma Verde Pl

702 Clara Dr

723 E Charleston Rd

628-630 Keats Ct

The Midfield Apartments

Layne Court Apartments
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Parksquare Apartments

420 James Rd

Alta Torre

Palo Alto Gardens

488 James Rd

Wilkie Court Apartments

Stevenson House

Arastravero Park Apartments

Ramona

4157-4171 Byron St
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Somerset Place Apartments

Del Medio Garden Apartments

Del Medio Manor

Woodview Apartments

2068 San Luis

818 Reinert

550-590 Penny Ln

511 Thompson Ave

505 Thompson Ave

1960 Rock St
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Rock Villa Apartments

Newton Square

Baker Mountain View Apartments

2367 Wyandotte St

1434 Rock St

1939 Rock St

2002 W Middlefield Rd

2014 Colony St
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2339 W Middlefield Rd

Ananda Community

Middlefield Manor Apartments

2005 Colony St

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Wyandotte Apartments

St. Croix Townhomes

440 N Rengstorff Ave

842-844 Independence

z2001 Colony St
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Charleston Terrace, Palo Alto, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Charleston Terrace?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Charleston Terrace Studio Apartments | $2,345 | $2,295 | $2,395 |
| Charleston Terrace 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,196 | $2,500 | $4,430 |
| Charleston Terrace 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,194 | $2,995 | $3,770 |
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Cheapest Available Charleston Terrace Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Charleston Terrace area of San Jose, CA is a 1 Bed unit found at Del Medio Garden Apartments priced from $2,500. Del Medio Manor has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $2,750. Here are the most affordable Charleston Terrace apartments for rent in San Jose, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Del Medio Garden Apartments | 2747 - 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2,500 |
| Del Medio Manor | One Bedroom 740sqft | 1BR,1BA | $2,750 |
| Somerset Place Apartments | 2x1 U | 2BR,1BA | $2,995 |
| Woodview Apartments | Townhouse | 2BR,1BA | $3,195 |
| Stanford Villa | Ponderosa | 2BR,2BA | $3,850 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Charleston Terrace, CA
As of April 30, 2026 the best value apartment in the Charleston Terrace area is the $3.67 price per square foot Ponderosa Model at Stanford Villa in the in the Duveneck neighborhood starting from $3,850. The second greatest value Charleston Terrace 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 Terrace apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Stanford Villa | Ponderosa | 2BR,2BA | $3.67 |
| Woodview Apartments | Townhouse | 2BR,1.5BA | $3.21 |
| Del Medio Manor | One Bedroom 740sqft | 1BR,1BA | $3.75 |
| Somerset Place Apartments | 2x1 U | 2BR,1BA | $4.24 |
| Del Medio Garden Apartments | 2747 - 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $3.91 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleCharleston Terrace, Palo Alto, CA
Ranked #28
Among cities in California for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
3.0Pet Friendly
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Charleston Terrace Apartments
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Charleston Terrace Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Charleston Terrace is starting from $2,995 at Somerset Place Apartments.
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