
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the South of Midtown Neighborhood of Palo Alto, CA from $1,700 (74 Rentals)
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Stanford Villa

Montage Apartments

Midtown Apartments

Park Plaza

Wilton Court

Merrilee Terrace Apartments

3121 Alma St, Unit 3121 Alma St

Chestnut Avenue Apartments

2891 Alma
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2869 Alma St

3261 Ash St

101-109 El Carmelo Avenue

Plum Tree Apartments

Equinox

468-472 Margarita Ave

530 Kendall Ave

3050-3058 Emerson St

3171 Loma Verde Pl

3157-3159 Alma St
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303 Sheridan Ave

2551 Alma St

3121-3129 Alma St

3877 S El Camino Real

331 Curtner Ave

3094 Emerson St

702 Clara Dr

2721 Byron/660 Colorado

628-630 Keats Ct

2571-2575 Alma St
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102 Colorado

461 Wilton Ave

323-325 Curtner Ave

400 Curtner Ave

3143 Alma St

Alma Apartments

471-481 Margarita Ave

Alta Riviera Apartments

674-676 Bryson Ave

3133 Alma St
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2965 Emerson St

723 E Charleston Rd

3341 Alma St

337-343 Chestnut Ave

Greentree Apartments

The Chalet at Curtner

Boardwalk Park Place Apartments

The Midfield Apartments

242 Curtner Ave

577 Vista 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 | $2,554 | $2,060 | $2,685 |
| South of Midtown 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,402 | $2,208 | $4,200 |
| South of Midtown 2 Bedroom Apartments | $4,067 | $3,095 | $5,070 |
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Cheapest Available South of Midtown Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the South of Midtown area of San Jose, CA is a 1 Bed unit found at The Chalet at Curtner priced from $2,395. Stanford Villa has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $2,675. Here are the most affordable South of Midtown apartments for rent in San Jose, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Chalet at Curtner | Villa | 1BR,1BA | $2,395 |
| Stanford Villa | Studio | Studio,1BA | $2,675 |
| Layne Court Apartments | 1x1w | 1BR,1BA | $2,945 |
| Midtown Apartments | 2-Bedrooms, 1-Bathroom | 2BR,1BA | $3,095 |
| Midtown Apartments | One Bedroom One Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $3,195 |
| Montage Apartments | Modern, REMODELED 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $3,495 |
| Park Plaza | Unit 2A | 2BR,2BA | $4,200 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in South of Midtown, CA
As of February 03, 2026 the best value apartment in the South of 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 South of Midtown apartment is the 2-Bedrooms, 1-Bathroom Model at Midtown Apartments starting at $3,095 with a $3.71 price per square foot in the Duveneck neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for South of Midtown apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Park Plaza | Unit 2A | 2BR,2BA | $3.62 |
| Midtown Apartments | 2-Bedrooms, 1-Bathroom | 2BR,1BA | $3.71 |
| 3121 Alma St, Unit 3121 Alma St | 3121 Alma St | 2BR,1BA | $4.07 |
| Midtown Apartments | One Bedroom One Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $4.46 |
| Montage Apartments | Modern, REMODELED 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $4.99 |
| The Chalet at Curtner | Villa | 1BR,1BA | $3.83 |
| Stanford Villa | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $4.53 |
| Layne Court Apartments | 1x1w | 1BR,1BA | $5.18 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleSouth Of Midtown, Palo Alto, CA
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Among cities in California for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
3.5Pet Friendly
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap South of Midtown Apartments
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom South of Midtown Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom South of Midtown Apartment is $2,395 at The Chalet at Curtner.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom South of Midtown Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in South of Midtown is starting from $3,095 at Midtown Apartments.
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