Cheap Homes for Rent in Midtown Palo Alto Neighborhood of Palo Alto, CA from $2,700 (9 Rentals)

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Midtown Palo Alto, Palo Alto, CA Local Guide

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 2 Beds unit found at Midtown Apartments priced from $2,895. Parker Palo Alto has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $2,895. Here are the most affordable Midtown Palo Alto apartments for rent in Palo Alto, CA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Midtown Apartments2-Bedrooms, 1-Bathroom2BR,1BA$2,895
Parker Palo AltoOne Bedroom One Bathroom1BR,1BA$2,895
Layne Court Apartments1x1w1BR,1BA$2,945

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Midtown Palo Alto, CA

As of September 10, 2025 the best value apartment in the Midtown Palo Alto 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 Midtown Palo Alto apartment is the 2-Bedrooms, 1-Bathroom Model at Midtown Apartments starting at $2,895 with a $3.47 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 ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Park Plaza3BR3BR,2BA$3.70
Midtown Apartments2-Bedrooms, 1-Bathroom2BR,1BA$3.47
Southwood Apartments1x1A1BR,1BA$4.26
Parker Palo AltoOne Bedroom One Bathroom1BR,1BA$4.63
Layne Court Apartments1x1w1BR,1BA$5.18

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Midtown Palo Alto, Palo Alto, CA

Ranked #26

Among cities in California for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

2.5
Pet Friendly

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Frequently Asked Questions about Midtown Palo Alto

What type of rentals are currently available in Midtown Palo Alto?

There are currently 88 Apartments for Rent in Midtown Palo Alto, CA with pricing that ranges from $2,945 to $6,095. There are also 17 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Midtown Palo Alto ranging from $2,750 to $17,000.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Midtown Palo Alto?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Midtown Palo Alto ranges from $2,750 to $17,000 with an average monthly rent of $7,506.

Expert Rental Resources

Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

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