Cheap Apartments for Rent in the University South Neighborhood of Palo Alto, CA from $1,700 (65 Rentals)

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Hawthorne Gardens
1 Bedroom Apartments

Hawthorne Gardens

221-237 Hawthorne AvePalo Alto, CA 94301
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Villa Toscana
1 Bedroom Apartments

Villa Toscana

272-290 Everett AvePalo Alto, CA 94301
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Webster Court
2 Bedroom Apartments

Webster Court

835 Webster StPalo Alto, CA 94301
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Arbora Palo Alto
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Arbora Palo Alto

585 Hamilton AvePalo Alto, CA 94301
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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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532 Forest Ave
2 Bedroom Apartments

532 Forest Ave

532 Forest AvePalo Alto, CA 94301
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Casa Real
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Casa Real

360 Forest AvePalo Alto, CA 94301
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427-453 Forest Ave
2 Bedroom Apartments

427-453 Forest Ave

427-453 Forest AvePalo Alto, CA 94301
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170 Waverly St
2 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

170 Waverly St

170 Waverly StPalo Alto, CA 94301

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Alma Place
Studio Apartments

Alma Place

725-753 Alma StPalo Alto, CA 94301
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825 Cowper St
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

825 Cowper St

825 Cowper StPalo Alto, CA 94301
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100-110 Webster St
2 Bedroom Apartments

100-110 Webster St

100-110 Webster StPalo Alto, CA 94301
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1061 Alma St
1 Bedroom Apartments

1061 Alma St

1061 Alma StPalo Alto, CA 94301
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Waverley Palms
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Waverley Palms

925 Waverley StPalo Alto, CA 94301
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832 Kipling St
1 Bedroom Apartments

832 Kipling St

832 Kipling StPalo Alto, CA 94301
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674-678 Homer Ave
2 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

674-678 Homer Ave

674-678 Homer AvePalo Alto, CA 94301

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305-313 Kipling St
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

305-313 Kipling St

305-313 Kipling StPalo Alto, CA 94301
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205 Hawthorne Ave
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

205 Hawthorne Ave

205 Hawthorne AvePalo Alto, CA 94301
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The Palo Alto
Studio Apartments

The Palo Alto

101 Alma StPalo Alto, CA 94301
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243 Byron St
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

243 Byron St

243 Byron StPalo Alto, CA 94301
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141-143 Alma St
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

141-143 Alma St

141-143 Alma StPalo Alto, CA 94301
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235 Emerson St
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

235 Emerson St

235 Emerson StPalo Alto, CA 94301
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189 Cowper St
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

189 Cowper St

189 Cowper StPalo Alto, CA 94301

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126-130 Seale Ave
Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments

126-130 Seale Ave

126-130 Seale AvePalo Alto, CA 94301
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165-171 Alma St
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

165-171 Alma St

165-171 Alma StPalo Alto, CA 94301
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166 Bryant St
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

166 Bryant St

166 Bryant StPalo Alto, CA 94301
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219 Ramona St
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

219 Ramona St

219 Ramona StPalo Alto, CA 94301
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242-244 Ramona St
1 Bedroom Apartments

242-244 Ramona St

242-244 Ramona StPalo Alto, CA 94301
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201 Cowper St
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

201 Cowper St

201 Cowper StPalo Alto, CA 94301
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837 Waverly St
2 Bedroom Apartments

837 Waverly St

837 Waverly StPalo Alto, CA 94301
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103 Tennyson Ave
2 Bedroom Apartments

103 Tennyson Ave

103 Tennyson AvePalo Alto, CA 94301
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200 Waverley St
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

200 Waverley St

200 Waverley StMenlo Park, CA 94025
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24 Kent Pl
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

24 Kent Pl

24 Kent PlMenlo Park, CA 94025
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Colonial Apartments
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Colonial Apartments

1918 Cooley AveEast Palo Alto, CA 94303
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313 Laurel Ave
2 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

313 Laurel Ave

313 Laurel AveMenlo Park, CA 94025

University South, Palo Alto, CA Local Guide

Cheapest Available University South Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the University South area of San Jose, CA is a Studio unit found at Woodland Park priced from $1,700. Hawthorne Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,950. Here are the most affordable University South apartments for rent in San Jose, CA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Woodland ParkStudioStudio,1BA$1,700
Hawthorne ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$1,950
Mia Palo AltoStudio AStudio,1BA$3,531

Best Value Apartments for Rent in University South, CA

As of June 22, 2025 the best value apartment in the University South area is the $2.79 price per square foot 2-2 Apartment Model at Woodland Park in the in the Duveneck neighborhood starting from $2,800. The second greatest value University South apartment is the Studio Model at Hawthorne Apartments starting at $1,950 with a $4.33 price per square foot in the Duveneck neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for University South apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Woodland Park2-2 Apartment2BR,2BA$2.79
Hawthorne ApartmentsStudioStudio ,1BA$4.33
Mia Palo AltoStudio AStudio ,1BA$7.97

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
University South, Palo Alto, CA

Ranked #22

Among neighborhoods in Palo Alto, CA for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

4.0
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap University South Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in University South?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in University South is at Woodland Park listed at $1,700.

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom University South Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom University South Apartment is $2,010 at Woodland Park.

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

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in University South is starting from $1,925 at Woodland Park.

Expert Rental Resources

Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

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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