Cheap Homes for Rent in Southgate Neighborhood of Palo Alto, CA from $3,000 (5 Rentals)
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Southgate, Palo Alto, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent a home in Southgate?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Southgate 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $3,575 | $3,350 | $3,900 |
Southgate 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $7,691 | $6,400 | $9,800 |
Southgate 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $11,402 | $8,800 | $10,000+ |
Southgate 5 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $13,750 | $10,000 | $10,000+ |
Southgate 6 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $10,800 | $10,000 | $10,000+ |
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There are currently 5 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Southgate Neighborhood of Palo Alto, CA.
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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 $1,650. Stanford Garden Apartments 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 Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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Woodland Park | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,650 |
Stanford Garden Apartments | Large Studio Close to Everything - Private Patio | Studio,1BA | $2,095 |
Alma Street Apartments | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $2,345 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Southgate, CA
As of June 13, 2025 the best value apartment in the Southgate area is the $4.25 price per square foot Two Bedroom B2J Model at Verve in the in the North Los Altos neighborhood starting from $5,248. The second greatest value Southgate apartment is the 2-2 Apartment Model at Woodland Park starting at $2,800 with a $2.79 price per square foot in the Lindenwood neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Southgate apartments based on price per square foot:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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Verve | Two Bedroom B2J | 2BR,2BA | $4.25 |
Woodland Park | 2-2 Apartment | 2BR,2BA | $2.79 |
Parker Palo Alto | Two Bedroom One Bathroom | 2BR,1BA | $4.85 |
Midtown Apartments | 2-Bedrooms, 1-Bathroom | 2BR,1BA | $3.71 |
Park Terrace | 1x1 P | 1BR,1BA | $4.14 |
MV Apartments | Oak | 1BR,1BA | $5.18 |
Birch Creek | Plan A1 | 1BR,1BA | $4.91 |
Palo Alto Plaza Apartments | Junior | Studio ,1BA | $5.65 |
Stanford Garden Apartments | Large Studio Close to Everything - Private Patio | Studio ,1BA | $4.19 |
Alma Street Apartments | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $5.06 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Southgate
What type of rentals are currently available in Southgate?
There are currently 797 Apartments for Rent in Southgate, CA with pricing that ranges from $1,650 to $14,340. There are also 75 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Southgate ranging from $3,000 to $16,000.
What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Southgate?
Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Southgate ranges from $3,000 to $16,000 with an average monthly rent of $8,378.
Expert Rental Resources
Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips
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