Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Southgate Neighborhood of Palo Alto, CA from $1,700 (34 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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431 Dinahs Ct
1 Bedroom Apartments

431 Dinahs Ct

431 Dinahs CtPalo 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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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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670 Live Oak Ave
Studio Apartments

670 Live Oak Ave

670 Live Oak AveMenlo Park, CA 94025
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Live Oak Ave
1 Bedroom Apartments

Live Oak Ave

765-785 Live Oak AveMenlo Park, CA 94025
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Partridge
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

Partridge

857 Partridge AveMenlo Park, CA 94025

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 $1,700. Woodland Arms has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $2,245. Here are the most affordable Southgate apartments for rent in San Jose, CA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Woodland ParkStudioStudio,1BA$1,700
Woodland ArmsUnit 314Studio,1BA$2,245
Stanford Garden ApartmentsLarge Studio Close to Everything - Private PatioStudio,1BA$2,245
The Chalet at CurtnerCabinStudio,1BA$2,295
Union Plaza ApartmentsStudio with ACStudio,1BA$2,450
Layne Court Apartments1x11BR,1BA$2,745
Parker Palo AltoOne Bedroom One Bathroom1BR,1BA$2,995
RamonaOne Bedroom One Bath1BR,1BA$2,995
Briarwood Manor2 bedroom ; 1 bath2BR,1BA$3,095
Midtown Apartments2-Bedrooms, 1-Bathroom2BR,1BA$3,200

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Southgate, CA

As of November 07, 2025 the best value apartment in the Southgate 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 Southgate 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 Southgate 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
Stanford VillaPonderosa2BR,2BA$3.87
Briarwood Manor2 bedroom ; 1 bath2BR,1BA$2.95
3133 Alma St, Unit 31333133 Alma St2BR,1BA$3.51
Midtown Apartments2-Bedrooms, 1-Bathroom2BR,1BA$3.83
RamonaOne Bedroom One Bath1BR,1BA$3.92
Parker Palo AltoOne Bedroom One Bathroom1BR,1BA$4.11
Woodland ParkStudioStudio ,1BA$3.38

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Southgate, Palo Alto, CA

Ranked #11

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

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

4.0
Pet Friendly

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Getting Around the Southgate Neighborhood in Palo Alto, CA

Walk Score®

75 / 100

Very Walkable

Most errands can be accomplished on foot

Bike Score®

100 / 100

Biker's Paradise

Daily errands can be accomplished on a bike

Transit Score®

44 / 100

Some Transit

A few nearby public transportation options

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 $1,700.

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

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Southgate Apartment is $2,300 at Woodland Park.

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 $1,925 at Woodland Park.

Expert Rental Resources

Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

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