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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 Stanford Villa priced from $2,810. Midtown Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $2,995. Here are the most affordable South of Midtown apartments for rent in San Jose, CA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Stanford VillaStudioStudio,1BA$2,810
Midtown Apartments2-Bedrooms, 1-Bathroom2BR,1BA$2,995
Southwood Apartments1x1A1BR,1BA$3,195
241 Curtner2 Bedroom2BR,1BA$3,345
Montage ApartmentsREMODELED-Ground floor 1x11BR,1BA$3,495

Best Value Apartments for Rent in South of Midtown, CA

As of October 14, 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 3277 Alma St Model at 3277 Alma St, Unit 3277 starting at $3,595 with a $2.57 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 ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Park Plaza3BR3BR,2BA$3.70
3277 Alma St, Unit 32773277 Alma St2BR,1BA$2.57
Merrilee Terrace Apartments3BR/2BA3BR,2BA$3.84
3133 Alma St, Unit 31333133 Alma St2BR,1BA$3.51
Midtown Apartments2-Bedrooms, 1-Bathroom2BR,1BA$3.59
241 Curtner2 Bedroom2BR,1BA$4.22
Southwood Apartments1x1A1BR,1BA$4.26
Montage ApartmentsREMODELED-Ground floor 1x11BR,1BA$4.99
Stanford VillaStudioStudio ,1BA$4.76

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South Of Midtown, Palo Alto, CA

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

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Frequently Asked Questions about South of Midtown

What type of rentals are currently available in South of Midtown?

There are currently 177 Apartments for Rent in South of Midtown, CA with pricing that ranges from $1,433 to $6,000. There are also 21 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in South of Midtown ranging from $2,750 to $9,950.

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

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in South of Midtown ranges from $2,750 to $9,950 with an average monthly rent of $5,509.

Expert Rental Resources

Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

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A Local Expert's Guide to the Top 10 Best Affordable Neighborhoods for Renters in San Jose

Written by: Shannon Hilson

If you’ve spent much time in San Jose, you’ve likely heard it referred to as “the capital of Silicon Valley” a time or two, and with good reason. San Jose has it all when it comes to the modern California lifestyle and then some.

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How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Everything is a negotiation in real estate! 

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The Rental Move-In Inspection Checklist: A Guide for Renters

Written by: Trey Huguley

The move-in inspection checklist is a crucial tool for both tenants and landlords. This checklist, provided by the team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com, helps document the condition of an apartment at the time of move-in.

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Your Guide to Co-Signers: The Risks, Rewards, and Everything in Between

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

For many people, obstacles can arise during the rental application process for a variety of issues.