Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Southgate Neighborhood of Palo Alto, CA from $1,700 (60 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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Midtown Apartments
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Midtown Apartments

2727 Midtown CtPalo Alto, CA 94303
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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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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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$1,700 - $4,190
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$1,700 - $4,190
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$1,700 - $4,190
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 $1,700. The Chalet at Curtner has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $2,095. Here are the most affordable Southgate apartments for rent in San Jose, CA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Woodland ParkStudioStudio,1BA$1,700
The Chalet at CurtnerCabinStudio,1BA$2,095
Stanford Garden ApartmentsWonderful 1 Bedroom Close to Everything!1BR,1BA$2,895
Hawthorne Apartments2BR/1BA2BR,1BA$2,975
Laurel Oaks ApartmentsPremier 1 Bedroom with Washer/Dryer1BR,1BA$3,495
Palo Alto Plaza ApartmentsJuniorStudio,1BA$3,545
Park PlazaUnit 3253BR,2BA$4,400
MV ApartmentsTeak1BR,1BA$4,592
Birch Plaza2053BR,2BA$6,700

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Southgate, CA

As of June 23, 2026 the best value apartment in the Southgate area is the $6.87 price per square foot 660 - 4-3 Model at Six50Live, Menlo Park in the in the Pine Forest neighborhood starting from $13,850. The second greatest value Southgate apartment is the 205 Model at Birch Plaza starting at $6,700 with a $3.78 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.
Six50Live, Menlo Park660 - 4-34BR,3BA$6.87
Birch Plaza2053BR,2.5BA$3.78
Park PlazaUnit 3253BR,2BA$2.96
Hawthorne Apartments2BR/1BA2BR,1BA$2.70
Woodland Park2x22BR,2BA$3.15
2046 Yale St2046 Yale St1BR,1BA$4.26
Stanford Garden Apartments1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$4.56
Laurel Oaks ApartmentsPremier 1 Bedroom with Washer/Dryer1BR,1BA$5.92
Palo Alto Plaza ApartmentsJuniorStudio ,1BA$6.69
The Chalet at CurtnerCabinStudio ,1BA$5.59

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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 $1,700.

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

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Southgate Apartment is $1,925 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 $2,850 at Woodland Park.

What is the most affordable Southgate Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Southgate Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Woodland Park and starts from $3,540.

Expert Rental Resources

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