Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Midtown Palo Alto Neighborhood of Palo Alto, CA from $1,600 (5 Rentals)

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Midtown Palo Alto, Palo Alto, CA Local Guide

Cheapest Available Midtown Palo Alto Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Midtown Palo Alto area of Palo Alto, CA is a Studio unit found at Woodland Park priced from $1,650. eaves Mountain View at Middlefield has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $2,730. Here are the most affordable Midtown Palo Alto apartments for rent in Palo Alto, CA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Woodland ParkStudioStudio,1BA$1,650
eaves Mountain View at Middlefield6481BR,1BA$2,730
Southwood Apartments1x1BMR1BR,1BA$2,750

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Midtown Palo Alto, CA

As of February 26, 2025 the best value apartment in the Midtown Palo Alto area is the $4.41 price per square foot Two Bedroom B2B Model at Verve in the in the North Los Altos neighborhood starting from $4,869. The second greatest value Midtown Palo Alto apartment is the Plan B1 Model at Birch Creek starting at $3,720 with a $3.51 price per square foot in the North Los Altos neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Midtown Palo Alto apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
VerveTwo Bedroom B2B2BR,2BA$4.41
Birch CreekPlan B12BR,2BA$3.51
The Midtown at Palo Alto2x1.5w2BR,1.5BA$3.80
Southwood Apartments2x2A2BR,2BA$3.77
Landsby1P1BR,1BA$5.50
Parker Palo AltoPlan 2B2BR,1BA$4.03
3121 Alma St, Unit 3121 Alma St3121 Alma St2BR,1BA$3.94
Rowe at Pear Village1AStudio ,1BA$5.26
eaves Mountain View at Middlefield6481BR,1BA$4.21
Woodland ParkStudioStudio ,1BA$3.18

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Midtown Palo Alto, Palo Alto, CA

Ranked #22

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

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

3.0
Pet Friendly

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Getting Around the Midtown Palo Alto Neighborhood in Palo Alto, CA

Walk Score®

66 / 100

Somewhat Walkable

Some errands can be accomplished on foot

Bike Score®

95 / 100

Biker's Paradise

Daily errands can be accomplished on a bike

Transit Score®

34 / 100

Some Transit

A few nearby public transportation options

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Midtown Palo Alto Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Midtown Palo Alto?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Midtown Palo Alto is at Woodland Park listed at $1,650.

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Midtown Palo Alto Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Midtown Palo Alto Apartment is $1,925 at Woodland Park.

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Midtown Palo Alto Apartment for rent?

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

What is the most affordable Midtown Palo Alto Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Midtown Palo Alto Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Avelle and starts from $6,755.

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