Cheap Apartments for Rent in the South of Midtown Neighborhood of Palo Alto, CA from $1,700 (73 Rentals)

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2891 Alma
2 Bedroom Apartments

2891 Alma

2891 Alma StPalo Alto, CA 94306
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2869 Alma St
2 Bedroom Apartments

2869 Alma St

2869 Alma StPalo Alto, CA 94306
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3261 Ash St
1 Bedroom Apartments

3261 Ash St

3261 Ash StPalo Alto, CA 94306
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Equinox
1 Bedroom Apartments

Equinox

3519 El Camino RealPalo Alto, CA 94306
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3121-3129 Alma St
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

3121-3129 Alma St

3121-3129 Alma StPalo Alto, CA 94306
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3157-3159 Alma St
2 Bedroom Apartments

3157-3159 Alma St

3157-3159 Alma StPalo Alto, CA 94306
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303 Sheridan Ave
2 Bedroom Apartments

303 Sheridan Ave

303 Sheridan AvePalo Alto, CA 94306
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2551 Alma St
1 Bedroom Apartments

2551 Alma St

2551 Alma StPalo Alto, CA 94301
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530 Kendall Ave
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

530 Kendall Ave

530 Kendall AvePalo Alto, CA 94306
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331 Curtner Ave
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

331 Curtner Ave

331 Curtner AvePalo Alto, CA 94306
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3143 Alma St
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

3143 Alma St

3143 Alma StPalo Alto, CA 94306
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Alma Apartments
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Alma Apartments

3317 Alma StPalo Alto, CA 94306
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628-630 Keats Ct
2 Bedroom Apartments

628-630 Keats Ct

628-630 Keats CtPalo Alto, CA 94303
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2571-2575 Alma St
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

2571-2575 Alma St

2571-2575 Alma StPalo Alto, CA 94301
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102 Colorado
1 Bedroom Apartments

102 Colorado

102 ColoradoPalo Alto, CA 94301
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461 Wilton Ave
Studio Apartments

461 Wilton Ave

461 Wilton AvePalo Alto, CA 94306
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400 Curtner Ave
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

400 Curtner Ave

400 Curtner AvePalo Alto, CA 94306
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3133 Alma St
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

3133 Alma St

3133 Alma StPalo Alto, CA 94306
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2965 Emerson St
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

2965 Emerson St

2965 Emerson StPalo Alto, CA 94306
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3094 Emerson St
1 Bedroom Apartments

3094 Emerson St

3094 Emerson StPalo Alto, CA 94306
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702 Clara Dr
2 Bedroom Apartments

702 Clara Dr

702 Clara DrPalo Alto, CA 94303
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3341 Alma St
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

3341 Alma St

3341 Alma StPalo Alto, CA 94306
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The Chalet at Curtner
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

The Chalet at Curtner

380 Curtner AvePalo Alto, CA 94306
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242 Curtner Ave
1 Bedroom Apartments

242 Curtner Ave

242 Curtner AvePalo Alto, CA 94306
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South of Midtown, Palo Alto, CA Local Guide

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 Studio unit found at The Chalet at Curtner priced from $2,245. Layne Court Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $2,745. Here are the most affordable South of Midtown apartments for rent in San Jose, CA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
The Chalet at CurtnerCabinStudio,1BA$2,245
Layne Court Apartments1x11BR,1BA$2,745
Stanford VillaCamellia1BR,1BA$2,960
RamonaOne Bedroom One Bath1BR,1BA$2,995
Midtown Apartments2-Bedrooms, 1-Bathroom2BR,1BA$3,200
241 Curtner2 Bedroom2BR,1BA$3,295
Park Terrace2x1 P2BR,1BA$3,300
Montage ApartmentsModern, REMODELED 1x11BR,1BA$3,495
Merrilee Terrace Apartments3BR/2BA3BR,2BA$4,995

Best Value Apartments for Rent in South of Midtown, CA

As of November 12, 2025 the best value apartment in the South of Midtown area is the $3.70 price per square foot 3BR Model at Park Plaza in the in the Duveneck neighborhood starting from $5,500. The second greatest value South of Midtown apartment is the 3BR/2BA Model at Merrilee Terrace Apartments starting at $4,995 with a $3.84 price per square foot in the Ventura neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for South of Midtown apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Park Plaza3BR3BR,2BA$3.70
Merrilee Terrace Apartments3BR/2BA3BR,2BA$3.84
Stanford VillaPonderosa2BR,2BA$3.87
3133 Alma St, Unit 31333133 Alma St2BR,1BA$3.51
Park Terrace2x1 P2BR,1BA$3.67
Midtown Apartments2-Bedrooms, 1-Bathroom2BR,1BA$3.83
241 Curtner2 Bedroom2BR,1BA$4.16
RamonaOne Bedroom One Bath1BR,1BA$3.92
Montage ApartmentsModern, REMODELED 1x11BR,1BA$4.99
Layne Court Apartments1x11BR,1BA$4.83

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
South Of Midtown, Palo Alto, CA

Ranked #26

Among cities in California for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.

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3.5
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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 $2,745 at Layne Court Apartments.

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 $3,200 at Midtown Apartments.

Expert Rental Resources

Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

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