
Apartments for Rent in the Southgate Neighborhood of Palo Alto, CA (879 Rentals)


Montage Apartments

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347-367 Everett Ave

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390 Everett Ave

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843 Southampton Dr, Unit 843 A

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2044 Yale St

2899 Alma St, Unit 2899

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518 Byron St, Unit Rear

4231 Wilkie Way
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2721 Midtown Ct, Unit GO FL2-ID1895

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2850 Middlefield Rd, Unit SI FL2-ID1260

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715 Everett Ave, Unit SI FL1-ID1752

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715 Everett Ave, Unit SI FL1-ID1769

326 Bryant St, Unit 320 Bryant St. Palo Alto, Ca 94301

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918 Webster St, Unit SI FL1-ID2154

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565 Arastradero Rd, Unit SI FL2-ID1256

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315 Hawthorne Ave, Unit SI FL2-ID2008

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912 Webster St, Unit SI FL0-ID2150

2721 Midtown Ct, Unit SI FL2-ID1865
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801 Middlefield Rd, Unit SI FL1-ID1711

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837 Cowper St, Unit SI FL2-ID1015

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715 Everett Ave, Unit SI FL2-ID2141

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837 Cowper St, Unit SI FL3-ID1014

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594 Channing Ave, Unit SI FL2-ID2137

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801 Middlefield Rd, Unit SI FL2-ID2115

2865 Park Blvd, Unit SI FL3-ID942

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323 Hawthorne Ave, Unit SI FL2-ID2011

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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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501 Forest Ave, Unit SI FL3-ID1254

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747 Layne Ct, Unit SI FL2-ID1861

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2850 Middlefield Rd, Unit SI FL2-ID1259

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251 Middlefield Rd, Unit SI FL0-ID1793

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926 Webster St, Unit SI FL2-ID1651

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715 Everett Ave, Unit SI FL1-ID1763

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920 Webster St, Unit SI FL1-ID1650

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580 Channing Ave, Unit SI FL1-ID1647

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568 Channing Ave, Unit SI FL2-ID1644

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822 Kipling St, Unit SI FL2-ID1638
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Southgate, Palo Alto, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Southgate?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Southgate Studio Apartments | $2,500 | $1,715 | $3,695 |
| Southgate 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,872 | $2,208 | $7,595 |
| Southgate 2 Bedroom Apartments | $6,384 | $2,875 | $10,000+ |
| Southgate 3 Bedroom Apartments | $7,205 | $4,075 | $10,000+ |
| Southgate 4 Bedroom Apartments | $13,850 | $10,000 | $10,000+ |
How much does it cost to rent a home in Southgate?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2 Bedroom Homes | $5,242 | $4,300 | $7,000 |
| 3 Bedroom Homes | $6,022 | $4,820 | $7,950 |
| 4 Bedroom Homes | $13,250 | $10,000 | $10,000+ |
| 7 Bedroom Homes | $25,000 | $10,000 | $10,000+ |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleSouthgate, Palo Alto, CA
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Among cities in California for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
4.0Pet Friendly
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Lifestyle Ratings
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Frequently Asked Questions about Southgate
What is the current pricing and availability for apartments for rent in the Southgate area of Palo Alto, CA?
As of today, August 08, 2026, there are currently 879 available Southgate apartments priced from $1,715 to $13,850, with an average monthly rent of $4,754.
How much are Studio apartments in Southgate?
There are currently 403 Studio Apartments in Southgate with rent ranges from $1,715 to $3,695 with an average price of $2,500.
What is the current price range for One Bedroom Southgate Apartments for rent?
Today's rental pricing for One Bedroom Apartments in Southgate ranges from $2,208 to $7,595 with an average monthly rent of $3,872.
What does renting a Two Bedroom Apartment in Southgate cost?
The monthly rent prices of Two Bedroom Apartments currently available in Southgate range from $2,875 to $11,639. Today's average rental price for Two Bedrooms here is $6,384.
How expensive are Southgate Three Bedroom Apartments?
There are currently 85 Three Bedroom Apartments listings available in Southgate on ApartmentHomeLiving.com. The pricing ranges from $4,075 to $11,850 - averaging $7,205 for the location.
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