Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Southgate Neighborhood of Palo Alto, CA from $1,624 (62 Rentals)

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The Acacia
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

The Acacia

231 Grant AvePalo Alto, CA 94306
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488 James Rd
Studio Apartments

488 James Rd

488 James RdPalo 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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542 Forest Ave
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

542 Forest Ave

542 Forest AvePalo Alto, CA 94301
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431 Dinahs Ct
1 Bedroom Apartments

431 Dinahs Ct

431 Dinahs CtPalo Alto, CA 94306

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Parksquare Apartments
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Parksquare Apartments

4290 Wilkie WayPalo Alto, CA 94306
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Hawthorne Gardens
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

Hawthorne Gardens

221-237 Hawthorne AvePalo Alto, CA 94301
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242 Curtner Ave
1 Bedroom Apartments

242 Curtner Ave

242 Curtner AvePalo Alto, CA 94306
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577 Vista Ave
1 Bedroom Apartments

577 Vista Ave

577 Vista AvePalo Alto, CA 94306
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Villa Toscana
1 Bedroom Apartments

Villa Toscana

272-290 Everett AvePalo Alto, CA 94301
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Oak Creek Apartments
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Oak Creek Apartments

1600 Sand Hill RdPalo Alto, CA 94304
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Ramona
1 Bedroom Apartments

Ramona

3440 Ramona StPalo Alto, CA 94306
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420 James Rd
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

420 James Rd

420 James RdPalo Alto, CA 94306
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Royal Arms Apartments
2 Bedroom Apartments

Royal Arms Apartments

360-376 College AvePalo Alto, CA 94306
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532 Forest Ave
2 Bedroom Apartments

532 Forest Ave

532 Forest AvePalo Alto, CA 94301

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241 Curtner
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

241 Curtner

241 Curtner AvePalo Alto, CA 94306
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Webster Court
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Webster Court

835 Webster StPalo Alto, CA 94301
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Midtown Apartments
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Midtown Apartments

2727 Midtown CtPalo Alto, CA 94303
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Alma Street Apartments
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Alma Street Apartments

2725-2741 Alma StPalo Alto, CA 94306
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Woodland Park
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$1,985 - $3,465

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Base Rent$1,985 - $3,465
Total Monthly Price$1,985 - $3,465
Studio to 4 Bedroom Apartments Available Now

Woodland Park

45 Newell RdEast Palo Alto, CA 94303
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Southgate, Palo Alto, CA Local Guide

Cheapest Available Southgate Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Southgate area of San Jose, CA is a Studio unit found at Woodland Park priced from $1,985. Union Plaza Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $2,450. Here are the most affordable Southgate apartments for rent in San Jose, CA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Woodland ParkStudioStudio, 1BA$1,985
Union Plaza ApartmentsNo Availability1BR, 1BA$2,450
Williams Street Apartments1 Bedroom 1 Bath1BR, 1BA$2,645
Parker Palo AltoOne Bedroom One Bathroom1BR, 1BA$3,195
Noel Court ApartmentsRemodeled 1 Bedroom1BR, 1BA$3,495
Southwood Apartments1x1B1BR, 1BA$3,525
Palo Alto Plaza ApartmentsJuniorStudio, 1BA$3,545
Merrilee Terrace Apartments2BR/2BA2BR, 2BA$3,995
MV ApartmentsTeak1BR, 1BA$4,028
Midtown ApartmentsTwo Bedroom 1.5 Bathroom2BR, 1BA$4,195

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Southgate, CA

As of September 23, 2026 the best value apartment in the Southgate area is the $4.86 price per square foot 658 - 3-3 C Model at Six50Live, Menlo Park in the Pine Forest neighborhood starting from $9,950. The second greatest value Southgate apartment is the Unit 325 Model at Park Plaza in the Duveneck neighborhood starting at $4,400 with a $2.96 price per square foot. Here is today’s list of the best values for Southgate apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Six50Live, Menlo Park658 - 3-3 C3BR, 3BA$4.86
Park PlazaUnit 3253BR, 2BA$2.96
Merrilee Terrace Apartments2BR/2BA2BR, 2BA$3.33
Parker Palo AltoTwo Bedroom Two Bathroom Townhouse2BR, 2BA$5.51
Union Plaza ApartmentsNo Availability1BR, 1BA$2.33
Midtown ApartmentsTwo Bedroom 1.5 Bathroom2BR, 1.5BA$4.24
Southwood Apartments1x1B1BR, 1BA$4.70
Noel Court ApartmentsRemodeled 1 Bedroom1BR, 1BA$6.19
Palo Alto Plaza ApartmentsJuniorStudio, 1BA$6.69
Woodland ParkStudioStudio, 1BA$4.35

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Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary | ApartmentHomeLiving.com Renter University

From the letter A all the way to the letter Z, the Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary from the content team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provides our visitors and shoppers with a little clarity and helpful guidance in navigating the real estate world through definitions and explainers for the top subjects and terms that someone may come across during the leasing, buying, or selling process.

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Southgate, Palo Alto, CA

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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Southgate Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Southgate?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Southgate is at Woodland Park listed at $1,985.

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Southgate Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Southgate Apartment is $2,450 at Union Plaza Apartments.

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Southgate Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Southgate is starting from $3,995 at Parker Palo Alto.

What is the most affordable Southgate Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Southgate Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Park Plaza and starts from $4,400.

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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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