Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Southgate Neighborhood of Palo Alto, CA from $1,600 (29 Rentals)

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488 James Rd
Studio Apartments

488 James Rd

488 James RdPalo Alto, CA 94306
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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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431 Dinahs Ct
1 Bedroom Apartments

431 Dinahs Ct

431 Dinahs CtPalo 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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670 Live Oak Ave
Studio Apartments

670 Live Oak Ave

670 Live Oak AveMenlo Park, CA 94025
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Live Oak Ave
1 Bedroom Apartments

Live Oak Ave

765-785 Live Oak AveMenlo Park, CA 94025

Southgate, Palo Alto, CA Local Guide

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 $1,995. Here are the most affordable Southgate apartments for rent in San Jose, CA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Woodland ParkStudioStudio,1BA$1,650
Stanford Garden ApartmentsLarge Studio Close to Everything - Private PatioStudio,1BA$1,995
Partridge1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$2,250
Woodland ArmsUnit 314Studio,1BA$2,275
Stanford VillaStudioStudio,1BA$2,400
Boardwalk Park Place Apartments1 Bed, 1 bath1BR,1BA$2,445
3440 Ramona St1 x11BR,1BA$2,595
Union Plaza ApartmentsPremium One Bedroom (Fully Renovated)1BR,1BA$2,695
Southwood Apartments1x1BMR1BR,1BA$2,750
Park Terrace1x1 P1BR,1BA$2,800

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Southgate, CA

As of February 15, 2025 the best value apartment in the Southgate area is the $3.80 price per square foot 2x1.5w Model at The Midtown at Palo Alto in the in the Duveneck neighborhood starting from $3,795. The second greatest value Southgate apartment is the 2 bedroom ; 1 bath Model at Briarwood Manor starting at $3,395 with a $3.45 price per square foot in the Pine Forest neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Southgate apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
The Midtown at Palo Alto2x1.5w2BR,1.5BA$3.80
Briarwood Manor2 bedroom ; 1 bath2BR,1BA$3.45
440 Webster St, Unit 440440 Webster St2BR,1BA$3.99
Parker Palo AltoPlan 2B2BR,1BA$4.03
Southwood Apartments1x1A1BR,1BA$3.86
Park Terrace1x1 P1BR,1BA$3.78
Union Plaza ApartmentsPremium One Bedroom (Fully Renovated)1BR,1BA$3.74
Stanford VillaStudioStudio ,1BA$4.07
Stanford Garden ApartmentsLarge Studio Close to Everything - Private PatioStudio ,1BA$3.99
Woodland ParkStudioStudio ,1BA$3.76

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Southgate, Palo Alto, CA

Ranked #12

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

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

4.0
Pet Friendly

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Getting Around the Southgate Neighborhood in Palo Alto, CA

Walk Score®

75 / 100

Very Walkable

Most errands can be accomplished on foot

Bike Score®

100 / 100

Biker's Paradise

Daily errands can be accomplished on a bike

Transit Score®

44 / 100

Some Transit

A few nearby public transportation options

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Southgate Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Southgate?

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

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Southgate Apartment?

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

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

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

What is the most affordable Southgate Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Southgate Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Six50Live, Menlo Park and starts from $12,500.

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