Cheap Homes for Rent in Midtown Neighborhood of Palo Alto, CA from $2,000 (11 Rentals)

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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 Stanford Villa priced from $2,675. 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 apartments for rent in San Jose, CA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Stanford VillaStudioStudio,1BA$2,675
Parker Palo AltoOne Bedroom One Bathroom1BR,1BA$2,895
Layne Court Apartments1x1w1BR,1BA$2,945
Midtown Apartments2-Bedrooms, 1-Bathroom2BR,1BA$3,095
Southwood Apartments1x1A1BR,1BA$3,225

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Midtown, CA

As of January 30, 2026 the best value apartment in the Midtown area is the $3.62 price per square foot Unit 2A Model at Park Plaza in the in the Duveneck neighborhood starting from $4,200. The second greatest value Midtown apartment is the Two Bedroom 1.5 Bathroom Model at Midtown Apartments starting at $3,595 with a $3.63 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.
Park PlazaUnit 2A2BR,2BA$3.62
Midtown ApartmentsTwo Bedroom 1.5 Bathroom2BR,1.5BA$3.63
Midtown Apartments2-Bedrooms, 1-Bathroom2BR,1BA$3.71
3121 Alma St, Unit 3121 Alma St3121 Alma St2BR,1BA$4.07
Southwood Apartments1x1A1BR,1BA$4.30
Parker Palo AltoOne Bedroom One Bathroom1BR,1BA$3.97
Stanford VillaStudioStudio ,1BA$4.53
Layne Court Apartments1x1w1BR,1BA$5.18

Frequently Asked Questions about Midtown

What type of rentals are currently available in Midtown?

There are currently 121 Apartments for Rent in Midtown, CA with pricing that ranges from $2,675 to $5,195. There are also 19 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Midtown ranging from $2,095 to $23,000.

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

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Midtown ranges from $2,095 to $23,000 with an average monthly rent of $8,353.

Expert Rental Resources

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Given the high costs for housing, I have found that many people are looking for a roommate to share expenses. These arrangements can increase opportunities for more desirable and larger spaces.