
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Midtown Palo Alto Neighborhood of Palo Alto, CA from $2,500 (32 Rentals)
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Parker Palo Alto

Midtown Apartments

Park Plaza

2891 Alma

2869 Alma St

101-109 El Carmelo Avenue

3261 Ash St
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Plum Tree Apartments

3171 Loma Verde Pl

3157-3159 Alma St

3121-3129 Alma St

2551 Alma St

3050-3058 Emerson St

702 Clara Dr

2965 Emerson St
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2571-2575 Alma St

3094 Emerson St

3133 Alma St

102 Colorado

3143 Alma St

674-676 Bryson Ave

The Midfield Apartments

Layne Court Apartments
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Alma Street Apartments

Midtown Apartments

Alma Street Apartments

720-738 Sutter Ave

Sheridan Plaza Apartments

Colorado Park Apartments

Towle Apartments

2932 Emerson St
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Midtown Palo Alto, Palo Alto, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Midtown Palo Alto?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Midtown Palo Alto 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,813 | $3,295 | $5,010 |
| Midtown Palo Alto 2 Bedroom Apartments | $4,561 | $3,795 | $5,160 |
| Midtown Palo Alto 3 Bedroom Apartments | $7,500 | $7,500 | $7,500 |
Browse Apartments in this Neighborhood
There are currently 32 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Midtown Palo Alto Neighborhood of Palo Alto, CA.
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Cheapest Available Midtown Palo Alto Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Midtown Palo Alto area of Palo Alto, CA is a 1 Bed unit found at Southwood Apartments priced from $3,000. Parker Palo Alto has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $3,795. Here are the most affordable Midtown Palo Alto apartments for rent in Palo Alto, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Southwood Apartments | TBD | 1BR,1BA | $3,000 |
| Parker Palo Alto | Two Bedroom One Bathroom | 2BR,1BA | $3,795 |
| Park Plaza | Unit 325 | 3BR,2BA | $4,400 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Midtown Palo Alto, CA
As of May 21, 2026 the best value apartment in the Midtown Palo Alto 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 Midtown Palo Alto apartment is the Two Bedroom One Bathroom Model at Parker Palo Alto starting at $3,795 with a $4.46 price per square foot in the Duveneck neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Midtown Palo Alto 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 |
| Parker Palo Alto | Two Bedroom One Bathroom | 2BR,1BA | $4.46 |
| Southwood Apartments | TBD | 1BR,1BA | $4.00 |
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