Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Charleston Gardens Neighborhood of Palo Alto, CA from $1,600 (49 Rentals)

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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
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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Parksquare Apartments
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Parksquare Apartments

4290 Wilkie WayPalo Alto, CA 94306
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242 Curtner Ave
1 Bedroom Apartments

242 Curtner Ave

242 Curtner AvePalo Alto, CA 94306
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King Apartments
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

King Apartments

2000 California StMountain View, CA 94040
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The Capri Apartments
1 Bedroom Apartments

The Capri Apartments

2030 California StMountain View, CA 94040
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Mayfield Apartments
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Mayfield Apartments

2483-2491 Whitney DrMountain View, CA 94043
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Monte Sierra Apartments
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

Monte Sierra Apartments

1901 Montecito AveMountain View, CA 94043
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1638 Latham St
1 Bedroom Apartments

1638 Latham St

1638 Latham StMountain View, CA 94041
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Ednamary Apartments
1 Bedroom Apartments

Ednamary Apartments

1855-1885 Ednamary WayMountain View, CA 94040
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2020 California St
1 Bedroom Apartments

2020 California St

2020 California StMountain View, CA 94040
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Caltega
1 Bedroom Apartments

Caltega

240 Ortega AveMountain View, CA 94040
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2005 Colony St
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

2005 Colony St

2005 Colony StMountain View, CA 94043
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Atrium Court
2 Bedroom Apartments

Atrium Court

1990 Latham StMountain View, CA 94040
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Meadowood Apartments
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Meadowood Apartments

1555 W Middlefield RdMountain View, CA 94043
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Colony Apartments
2 Bedroom Apartments

Colony Apartments

1984 Colony StMountain View, CA 94043
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Charleston Gardens, Palo Alto, CA Local Guide

Cheapest Available Charleston Gardens Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Charleston Gardens area of San Jose, CA is a 1 Bed unit found at The Chalet at Curtner priced from $2,095. Park Square Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $2,195. Here are the most affordable Charleston Gardens apartments for rent in San Jose, CA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
The Chalet at CurtnerVilla1BR,1BA$2,095
Park Square ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$2,195
The Arbors at Mountain View Apartments1 Bed 1 Bath1BR,1BA$2,245
Caltega1-Bedroom, 1-Bathroom1BR,1BA$2,295
260 Chiquita Ave Apartments1 Bed 1 Bath1BR,1BA$2,295
The Laurel at Mountain View (55+)1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$2,300
Del Medio ManorStudio 520sqftStudio,1BA$2,300
Mountain View Town Center I & II ApartmentsBuilding 2 - StudioStudio,1BA$2,300
Shoreline VillageOne Bedroom 1-B1BR,1BA$2,355
eaves Mountain View at Middlefield405Studio,1BA$2,380

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Charleston Gardens, CA

As of March 24, 2025 the best value apartment in the Charleston Gardens area is the $3.33 price per square foot 2400 W El Camino Real Model at 2400 W El Camino Real, Unit FL4-ID1080 in the in the North Los Altos neighborhood starting from $3,720. The second greatest value Charleston Gardens apartment is the 2BR/2BA Model at Merrilee Terrace Apartments starting at $3,595 with a $3.27 price per square foot in the Town & Country Village neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Charleston Gardens apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
2400 W El Camino Real, Unit FL4-ID10802400 W El Camino Real2BR,2BA$3.33
Merrilee Terrace Apartments2BR/2BA2BR,2BA$3.27
The Camille Apartments2 Beds, 2 Baths2BR,2BA$3.31
Stanford VillaSequoia2BR,2BA$3.47
Woodview ApartmentsTownhouse2BR,1.5BA$3.21
Terman2 Bedroom - 1 Bath2BR,1BA$3.49
Union Plaza ApartmentsPremium One Bedroom (Fully Renovated)1BR,1BA$3.74
260 Chiquita Ave Apartments1 Bed 1 Bath1BR,1BA$3.28
658 Sierra VistaOne Bedroom One Bath1BR,1BA$3.71
The Chalet at CurtnerVilla1BR,1BA$3.35

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Charleston Gardens, Palo Alto, CA

Ranked #2

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

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

4.0
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Lifestyle Ratings

ApartmentHomeLiving brings you our detailed rental analysis called 'Lifestyle Ratings' - a comparison of rentals and neighborhoods across the USA, including Charleston Gardens, Palo Alto, and the greater San Jose area. Lifestyle Ratings show you the best fit for your needs and interests. This takes in many factors including searching for the best amenities, and the best outdoor access, pet-friendly features, places that make kids happy, proximity to transit, and other valuable search options. Use Lifestyle Search in the site filter options on this page - and find your Perfect place!

Getting Around the Charleston Gardens Neighborhood in Palo Alto, CA

Walk Score®

80 / 100

Very Walkable

Most errands can be accomplished on foot

Bike Score®

99 / 100

Biker's Paradise

Daily errands can be accomplished on a bike

Transit Score®

31 / 100

Some Transit

A few nearby public transportation options

What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?

  • Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
  • Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
  • Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Charleston Gardens Apartments

What is a cheap apartment in Charleston Gardens?

A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Charleston Gardens is under $2,380.

What is the price of a cheap apartment in Charleston Gardens?

The cheapest apartment in Charleston Gardens is The Chalet at Curtner which is listed at $2,095, while the average apartment in Charleston Gardens costs $5,467.

What types of apartments are the cheapest in Charleston Gardens?

Student, low-income, and by-the-bed apartments are typically the cheapest rentals in most cities, though they require qualifying criteria to rent. There are 104 regular apartments in Charleston Gardens that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.

How do the prices of cheap apartments compare to the average apartment in Charleston Gardens?

Cheap apartments in Charleston Gardens have an average cost of $206 which is $5,261 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Charleston Gardens.

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