
Apartments for Rent in the South of Midtown Neighborhood of Palo Alto, CA (196 Rentals)


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2721 Midtown Ct, Unit GO FL2-ID2146

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2850 Middlefield Rd, Unit GO FL2-ID1260

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2850 Middlefield Rd, Unit SI FL2-ID1295
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727 Layne Ct, Unit SI FL2-ID2036

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345 Sheridan Ave, Unit SI FL4-ID2016

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747 Layne Ct, Unit SI FL2-ID1861

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2721 Midtown Ct, Unit SI FL2-ID1894

2865 Park Blvd, Unit SI FL3-ID1037

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345 Sheridan Ave, Unit SI FL3-ID806

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2865 Park Blvd, Unit SI FL3-ID675

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405 Curtner Ave

3254 Bryant St
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2990 Cowper St

4015 Villa Vista

3630 Lupine Ave

3878 Magnolia Dr

4159 El Camino Way

4173 El Camino Real

278 Monroe Dr

Curtner Ave

3031-3037 Almat Street

2891 Alma
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2869 Alma St

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474-480 Matadero Avenue

2711 Alma Street

2420 Tasso Street

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3341 Alma St

3321-3325 Alma St

3329 Alma St
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3285 Alma St

3157-3159 Alma St

3553 Alma Street

3143 Alma St

3797 Park Blvd

3796 Park Blvd

3093 Emerson St

3121-3129 Alma St

3133 Alma St

201 Loma Verde Ave
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South of Midtown, Palo Alto, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in South of Midtown?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| South of Midtown Studio Apartments | $2,472 | $2,060 | $2,885 |
| South of Midtown 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,600 | $2,208 | $4,390 |
| South of Midtown 2 Bedroom Apartments | $4,395 | $3,950 | $6,250 |
| South of Midtown 3 Bedroom Apartments | $7,500 | $7,500 | $7,500 |
How much does it cost to rent a home in South of Midtown?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2 Bedroom Homes | $4,575 | $3,275 | $5,500 |
| 3 Bedroom Homes | $6,421 | $5,700 | $6,995 |
| 5 Bedroom Homes | $13,161 | $7,995 | $10,000+ |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleSouth Of Midtown, Palo Alto, CA
Ranked #27
Among cities in California for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
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3.5Pet Friendly
Frequently Asked Questions about South of Midtown
What is the current pricing and availability for apartments for rent in the South of Midtown area of Palo Alto, CA?
As of today, September 22, 2026, there are currently 196 available South of Midtown apartments priced from $2,060 to $7,500, with an average monthly rent of $4,857.
What does renting a Two Bedroom Apartment in South of Midtown cost?
The monthly rent prices of Two Bedroom Apartments currently available in South of Midtown range from $3,950 to $6,250. Today's average rental price for Two Bedrooms here is $4,395.
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