
Cheap Homes for Rent in South of Midtown Neighborhood of Palo Alto, CA from $800 (8 Rentals)
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2850 Middlefield Rd

2721 Midtown Ct

2850 Middlefield Rd

3125 Ross Rd

3073 Middlefield Rd
South of Midtown, Palo Alto, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent a home in South of Midtown?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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South of Midtown 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $4,900 | $3,900 | $5,950 |
South of Midtown 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $7,480 | $7,000 | $8,240 |
South of Midtown 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $9,416 | $8,800 | $9,950 |
South of Midtown 5 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $12,475 | $8,950 | $10,000+ |
South of Midtown 6 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $10,800 | $10,000 | $10,000+ |
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There are currently 8 rentals with your search options within a 1 mile radius of the South of Midtown Neighborhood of Palo Alto, CA.
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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 Studio unit found at Ananda Community priced from $2,500. Alma Street Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $2,875. Here are the most affordable South of Midtown apartments for rent in San Jose, CA:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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Ananda Community | Studio | Studio,1BA | $2,500 |
Alma Street Apartments | 2x1 | 2BR,1BA | $2,875 |
Midtown Apartments | One Bedroom One Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $2,895 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in South of Midtown, CA
As of June 27, 2025 the best value apartment in the South of Midtown area is the $3.71 price per square foot 2-Bedrooms, 1-Bathroom Model at Midtown Apartments in the in the Duveneck neighborhood starting from $3,095. The second greatest value South of Midtown apartment is the 102 El Carmelo Ave Model at 102 El Carmelo Ave, Unit 102 starting at $2,795 with a $3.88 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. |
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Midtown Apartments | 2-Bedrooms, 1-Bathroom | 2BR,1BA | $3.71 |
102 El Carmelo Ave, Unit 102 | 102 El Carmelo Ave | 2BR,1BA | $3.88 |
Alma Street Apartments | 2x1 | 2BR,1BA | $3.99 |
Midtown Apartments | One Bedroom One Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $4.04 |
Ananda Community | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $6.17 |
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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 175 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 $800 to $16,000.
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 $800 to $16,000 with an average monthly rent of $7,645.
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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