
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Fairmeadow Neighborhood of Palo Alto, CA from $1,600 (51 Rentals)
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Union Plaza Apartments

Greentree Apartments

The Acacia

488 James Rd

The Chalet at Curtner

523-529 Matadero Ave

Chestnut Avenue Apartments

Webster Oak Apartments

431 Dinahs Ct
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Boardwalk Park Place Apartments

Parksquare Apartments

Wilkie Court Apartments

Stanford Avenue Apartments

The Midfield Apartments

242 Curtner Ave

Park Plaza Apartments

All Single Story Apartment Community

The Camille North Apartments

Park Square Apartments
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2070 Latham St, Unit 09

Surrey House

The Laurel at Mountain View (55+)

Del Medio Manor

Del Medio Garden Apartments

The Camille Apartments

Maplewood Apartments

Franklin Street Apartments

Mariposa Apartments

Paulson Park
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655 Mariposa Avenue Apartments

Atrium Court

The Capri Apartments

Villa De Wright Apartments

Mountain View Place

Washington Square Apartments

Mayfield Apartments

1638 Latham St

Ednamary Apartments
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The Arbors at Mountain View Apartments

2020 California St

Ednamary Apartments

Middlefield Manor Apartments

2005 Colony St

360 Chiquita Renovated 1 Bedroom

The Avalon

Ananda Community

Meadowood Apartments

Colony Apartments
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Fairmeadow, Palo Alto, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Fairmeadow?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fairmeadow Studio Apartments | $3,103 | $1,999 | $4,343 |
| Fairmeadow 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,787 | $2,208 | $5,258 |
| Fairmeadow 2 Bedroom Apartments | $4,827 | $2,795 | $10,000+ |
| Fairmeadow 3 Bedroom Apartments | $5,670 | $4,441 | $7,673 |
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Cheapest Available Fairmeadow Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Fairmeadow area of San Jose, CA is a Studio unit found at All Single Story Apartment Community priced from $2,095. The Chalet at Curtner has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $2,095. Here are the most affordable Fairmeadow apartments for rent in San Jose, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| All Single Story Apartment Community | Monte Sierra Apartments - Single-Story Studio A... | Studio,1BA | $2,095 |
| The Chalet at Curtner | Villa | 1BR,1BA | $2,095 |
| The Camille North Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $2,145 |
| The Laurel at Mountain View (55+) | Studio | Studio,1BA | $2,400 |
| Escape Apartments | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2,415 |
| Union Plaza Apartments | Studio with AC | Studio,1BA | $2,450 |
| The Camille Apartments | 1 Beds, 1 Baths | 1BR,1BA | $2,595 |
| Fayette Arms Apartments | One Bedroom, One Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2,653 |
| Stanford Villa | Studio | Studio,1BA | $2,685 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Fairmeadow, CA
As of January 22, 2026 the best value apartment in the Fairmeadow area is the $3.84 price per square foot 3BR/2BA Model at Merrilee Terrace Apartments in the in the Ventura neighborhood starting from $4,995. The second greatest value Fairmeadow apartment is the Unit 2A Model at Park Plaza starting at $4,200 with a $3.62 price per square foot in the Duveneck neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Fairmeadow apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Merrilee Terrace Apartments | 3BR/2BA | 3BR,2BA | $3.84 |
| Park Plaza | Unit 2A | 2BR,2BA | $3.62 |
| Woodview Apartments | Townhouse | 2BR,1.5BA | $3.21 |
| Midtown Apartments | Two Bedroom 1.5 Bathroom | 2BR,1.5BA | $3.63 |
| 3133 Alma St, Unit 3133 | 3133 Alma St | 2BR,1BA | $3.51 |
| Midtown Apartments | 2-Bedrooms, 1-Bathroom | 2BR,1BA | $3.71 |
| Del Medio Garden Apartments | 250 - 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $3.75 |
| Birch Creek | Plan A2 | 1BR,1BA | $3.83 |
| El Portal Apartments | One Bedroom One Bath | 1BR,1BA | $3.50 |
| The Chalet at Curtner | Villa | 1BR,1BA | $3.35 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Fairmeadow Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Fairmeadow?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Fairmeadow is under $2,685.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Fairmeadow?
The cheapest apartment in Fairmeadow is The Chalet at Curtner which is listed at $2,095, while the average apartment in Fairmeadow costs $5,105.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Fairmeadow?
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 4 regular apartments in Fairmeadow 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 Fairmeadow?
Cheap apartments in Fairmeadow have an average cost of $341 which is $4,764 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Fairmeadow.
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