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

Stanford Villa

Midtown Apartments

Birch Plaza

Park Plaza

Chestnut Avenue Apartments

2869 Alma St

2891 Alma

101-109 El Carmelo Avenue
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3261 Ash St

Equinox

410 Sheridan Ave

Plum Tree Apartments

3171 Loma Verde Pl

3121-3129 Alma St

303 Sheridan Ave

Garden Studio Apartments

3157-3159 Alma St

2551 Alma St
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3050-3058 Emerson St

3133 Alma St

102 Colorado

3143 Alma St

Alma Apartments

2571-2575 Alma St

337-343 Chestnut Ave

2965 Emerson St

674-676 Bryson Ave

723 E Charleston Rd
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3341 Alma St

3094 Emerson St

702 Clara Dr

The Midfield Apartments

242 Curtner Ave

Layne Court Apartments

Alma Street Apartments

Midtown Apartments

Alma Street Apartments

720-738 Sutter Ave
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425 Page Mill Rd

The Palomino

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Colorado Park Apartments

Casa Carolina Apartments

Page Mill Court

Mayfield Manor

Towle Apartments

Ramona

2932 Emerson St
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Midtown, Palo Alto, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Midtown?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Midtown 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,660 | $2,965 | $4,820 |
| Midtown 2 Bedroom Apartments | $4,221 | $3,595 | $5,160 |
| Midtown 3 Bedroom Apartments | $7,033 | $6,700 | $7,500 |
Browse Apartments in this Neighborhood
There are currently 50 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 1 Bed unit found at Parker Palo Alto priced from $3,095. Midtown Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $3,200. Here are the most affordable Midtown apartments for rent in San Jose, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Parker Palo Alto | One Bedroom One Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $3,095 |
| Midtown Apartments | 2-Bedrooms, 1-Bathroom | 2BR,1BA | $3,200 |
| Stanford Villa | Ponderosa | 2BR,2BA | $3,850 |
| Southwood Apartments | TBD | 2BR,2BA | $4,000 |
| Park Plaza | Unit 325 | 3BR,2BA | $4,400 |
| Birch Plaza | 205 | 3BR,2BA | $6,700 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Midtown, CA
As of April 28, 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 Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Birch Plaza | 205 | 3BR,2.5BA | $3.78 |
| Park Plaza | Unit 325 | 3BR,2BA | $2.96 |
| Stanford Villa | Ponderosa | 2BR,2BA | $3.67 |
| Southwood Apartments | TBD | 2BR,2BA | $4.08 |
| Midtown Apartments | 2-Bedrooms, 1-Bathroom | 2BR,1BA | $3.83 |
| Parker Palo Alto | One Bedroom One Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $4.25 |
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Midtown Apartments
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 $3,200 at Midtown Apartments.
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