Cheap Apartments for Rent in the South of Midtown Neighborhood of Palo Alto, CA from $1,700 (15 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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242 Curtner Ave
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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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South of Midtown, Palo Alto, CA Local Guide

Cheapest Available South of Midtown Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the South of Midtown area of San Jose, CA is a 1 Bed unit found at The Chalet at Curtner priced from $2,095. Ananda Community has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $2,400. Here are the most affordable South of Midtown apartments for rent in San Jose, CA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
The Chalet at CurtnerVilla1BR,1BA$2,095
Ananda CommunityStudio1BR,1BA$2,400
3440 Ramona St1 x11BR,1BA$2,495
Fayette ArmsClassic One Bedroom1BR,1BA$2,631
Stanford VillaCamellia1BR,1BA$2,690

Best Value Apartments for Rent in South of Midtown, CA

As of March 27, 2025 the best value apartment in the South of Midtown area is the $3.27 price per square foot 2BR/2BA Model at Merrilee Terrace Apartments in the in the Town & Country Village neighborhood starting from $3,595. The second greatest value South of Midtown apartment is the 2x2A Model at Southwood Apartments starting at $3,925 with a $4.01 price per square foot in the Duveneck neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for South of Midtown apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Merrilee Terrace Apartments2BR/2BA2BR,2BA$3.27
Southwood Apartments2x2A2BR,2BA$4.01
VerveOne Bedroom A1C1BR,1BA$4.28
Parker Palo AltoTwo Bedroom 1 Bathroom2BR,1BA$4.12
Birch CreekPlan A21BR,1BA$3.82
Novo ApartmentsA81BR,1BA$4.52
3121 Alma St, Unit 3121 Alma St3121 Alma St2BR,1BA$3.94
Stanford VillaCamellia1BR,1BA$3.45
Midtown ApartmentsOne Bedroom One Bathroom1BR,1BA$4.18
The Chalet at CurtnerVilla1BR,1BA$3.35

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
South Of Midtown, Palo Alto, CA

Ranked #25

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

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3.5
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap South of Midtown Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in South of Midtown?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in South of Midtown is at Ananda Community listed at $2,400.

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

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom South of Midtown Apartment is $2,095 at The Chalet at Curtner.

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

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in South of Midtown is starting from $3,500 at Parker Palo Alto.

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Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

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