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Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Midtown Neighborhood of Palo Alto, CA from $800 (8 Rentals)
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Alma Street Apartments
3039-3083 Alma StPalo Alto, CA 94306
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from $2,650Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available Jul 8
Stanford Villa
3351-3375 Alma StPalo Alto, CA 94306
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from $1,700Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
Woodland Park
45 Newell RdEast Palo Alto, CA 94303
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Birch Creek
575 S Rengstorff AveMountain View, CA 94040
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Midtown, Palo Alto, CA Local Guide
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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Midtown?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Midtown Studio Apartments | $2,588 | $1,700 | $3,952 |
| Midtown 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,727 | $800 | $5,307 |
| Midtown 2 Bedroom Apartments | $5,235 | $2,750 | $7,300 |
| Midtown 3 Bedroom Apartments | $6,709 | $4,950 | $10,000+ |
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There are currently 8 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Midtown Neighborhood of Palo Alto, CA.
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Cheapest Available Midtown Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in the Midtown area of San Jose, CA is a Studio unit found at Woodland Park priced from $1,700. Alma Street Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $2,345. Here are the most affordable Midtown apartments for rent in San Jose, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Woodland Park | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,700 |
| Alma Street Apartments | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $2,345 |
| Birch Creek | Plan A1 | 1BR,1BA | $2,677 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Midtown, CA
As of June 04, 2025 the best value apartment in the Midtown area is the $4.89 price per square foot 3A Model at Avelle in the in the North Los Altos neighborhood starting from $7,050. The second greatest value Midtown apartment is the Two Bedroom B2J Model at Verve starting at $5,215 with a $4.22 price per square foot in the North Los Altos neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Midtown apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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| Avelle | 3A | 3BR,2BA | $4.89 |
| Verve | Two Bedroom B2J | 2BR,2BA | $4.22 |
| Parker Palo Alto | Two Bedroom One Bathroom | 2BR,1BA | $4.85 |
| Midtown Apartments | 2-Bedrooms, 1-Bathroom | 2BR,1BA | $3.71 |
| MV Apartments | Oak | 1BR,1BA | $5.13 |
| Rowe at Pear Village | 1C | 1BR,1BA | $5.71 |
| eaves Mountain View at Middlefield | 648 | 1BR,1BA | $4.42 |
| Birch Creek | Plan A1 | 1BR,1BA | $4.87 |
| Woodland Park | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $3.36 |
| Alma Street Apartments | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $5.06 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Midtown Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Midtown?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Midtown is at Woodland Park listed at $1,700.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Midtown Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Midtown Apartment is $2,010 at Woodland Park.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Midtown Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Midtown is starting from $1,925 at Woodland Park.
What is the most affordable Midtown Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Midtown Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Parker Palo Alto and starts from $4,950.
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