Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Midtown Neighborhood of Palo Alto, CA from $1,800 (50 Rentals)

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2869 Alma St
2 Bedroom Apartments

2869 Alma St

2869 Alma StPalo Alto, CA 94306
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2891 Alma
2 Bedroom Apartments

2891 Alma

2891 Alma StPalo Alto, CA 94306

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3261 Ash St
1 Bedroom Apartments

3261 Ash St

3261 Ash StPalo Alto, CA 94306
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Equinox
1 Bedroom Apartments

Equinox

3519 El Camino RealPalo Alto, CA 94306
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410 Sheridan Ave
Studio Apartments

410 Sheridan Ave

410 Sheridan AvePalo Alto, CA 94306
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3121-3129 Alma St
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

3121-3129 Alma St

3121-3129 Alma StPalo Alto, CA 94306
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303 Sheridan Ave
2 Bedroom Apartments

303 Sheridan Ave

303 Sheridan AvePalo Alto, CA 94306
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Garden Studio Apartments
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

Garden Studio Apartments

469 Grant AvePalo Alto, CA 94306
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3157-3159 Alma St
2 Bedroom Apartments

3157-3159 Alma St

3157-3159 Alma StPalo Alto, CA 94306
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2551 Alma St
1 Bedroom Apartments

2551 Alma St

2551 Alma StPalo Alto, CA 94301

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3133 Alma St
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

3133 Alma St

3133 Alma StPalo Alto, CA 94306
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102 Colorado
1 Bedroom Apartments

102 Colorado

102 ColoradoPalo Alto, CA 94301
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3143 Alma St
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

3143 Alma St

3143 Alma StPalo Alto, CA 94306
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Alma Apartments
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Alma Apartments

3317 Alma StPalo Alto, CA 94306
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2571-2575 Alma St
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

2571-2575 Alma St

2571-2575 Alma StPalo Alto, CA 94301
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2965 Emerson St
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

2965 Emerson St

2965 Emerson StPalo Alto, CA 94306

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3341 Alma St
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

3341 Alma St

3341 Alma StPalo Alto, CA 94306
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3094 Emerson St
1 Bedroom Apartments

3094 Emerson St

3094 Emerson StPalo Alto, CA 94306
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702 Clara Dr
2 Bedroom Apartments

702 Clara Dr

702 Clara DrPalo Alto, CA 94303
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Midtown Apartments
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Midtown Apartments

2727 Midtown CtPalo Alto, CA 94303
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242 Curtner Ave
1 Bedroom Apartments

242 Curtner Ave

242 Curtner AvePalo Alto, CA 94306
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Alma Street Apartments
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Alma Street Apartments

2725-2741 Alma StPalo Alto, CA 94306
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425 Page Mill Rd
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

425 Page Mill Rd

425 Page Mill RdPalo Alto, CA 94306
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The Palomino
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

The Palomino

2755 El Camino RealPalo Alto, CA 94306
Corporate Housing
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Page Mill Court
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Page Mill Court

2700 Ash StPalo Alto, CA 94306
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Mayfield Manor
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Mayfield Manor

408 Grant AvePalo Alto, CA 94306
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Towle Apartments
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Towle Apartments

695-696 Towle WayPalo Alto, CA 94306
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Ramona
1 Bedroom Apartments

Ramona

3440 Ramona StPalo Alto, CA 94306
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2932 Emerson St
Studio Apartments

2932 Emerson St

2932 Emerson StPalo Alto, CA 94306

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Finding the right apartment starts with three things: location, cost, and amenities. Get the insider perspective from a real estate professional on how to nail all three.

Cheapest Available Midtown Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Midtown area of San Jose, CA is a 2 Beds unit found at Parker Palo Alto priced from $3,795. Park Plaza has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 3 Beds apartment currently listed from $4,400. Here are the most affordable Midtown apartments for rent in San Jose, CA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Parker Palo AltoTwo Bedroom One Bathroom2BR,1BA$3,795
Park PlazaUnit 3253BR,2BA$4,400
Birch Plaza2053BR,2BA$6,700

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Midtown, CA

As of June 15, 2026 the best value apartment in the Midtown area is the $3.78 price per square foot 205 Model at Birch Plaza in the in the Duveneck neighborhood starting from $6,700. The second greatest value Midtown apartment is the Unit 325 Model at Park Plaza starting at $4,400 with a $2.96 price per square foot in the Duveneck neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Midtown apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Birch Plaza2053BR,2.5BA$3.78
Park PlazaUnit 3253BR,2BA$2.96
Parker Palo AltoTwo Bedroom One Bathroom2BR,1BA$4.46

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Midtown Apartments

What is the most affordable Midtown Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Midtown Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Park Plaza and starts from $4,400.

Expert Rental Resources

The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

Helpful Local Expert Guides

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A Local Expert's Guide to the Top 10 Best Affordable Neighborhoods for Renters in San Jose

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Articles, How-To's, and Tips

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How I Find the Perfect Rental for My Clients: A Real Estate Pro's Guide

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Evaluating rental properties for clients draws many parallels to house-hunting. Whether an apartment, loft, townhouse, or other rental, finding the right place means finding “home” for your client.

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Pet-Friendly Renting: Everything You Need to Know Before You Move

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

For so many of us, pets are the best companions and a big part of our lives. For this reason, a pet-friendly house or apartment is often a very important - and nonnegotiable - part of a move.

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Creative Ways Developers Reimagine Retail Spaces as Residential Units

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Adaptive reuse is when a commercial property is converted and repurposed. The real estate industry has embraced a growing number of these projects.

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Neighborhood and Market Insights: How to Choose the Right Area to Rent

Written by: Robin Stewart

Apartment-hunting can be a gargantuan task. Renters have a wish list of items—some luxuries, some necessities—but finding what you seek in the right place is perhaps the most important part of the journey.