
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Southgate Neighborhood of Palo Alto, CA from $1,100 (28 Rentals)
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Southgate, Palo Alto, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Southgate?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Southgate Studio Apartments | $2,157 | $1,644 | $4,338 |
Southgate 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,653 | $1,100 | $7,051 |
Southgate 2 Bedroom Apartments | $4,721 | $2,900 | $10,000+ |
Southgate 3 Bedroom Apartments | $7,488 | $4,495 | $10,000+ |
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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 Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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Woodland Park | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,650 |
Stanford Garden Apartments | Large Studio Close to Everything - Private Patio | Studio,1BA | $1,995 |
Woodland Circle | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2,150 |
Woodland Arms | Studio | Studio,1BA | $2,175 |
Partridge | 0BR/1.0BA | Studio,1BA | $2,200 |
3440 Ramona St | 1 x1 | 1BR,1BA | $2,495 |
Stanford Villa | Camellia | 1BR,1BA | $2,690 |
Union Plaza Apartments | Premium One Bedroom (Fully Renovated) | 1BR,1BA | $2,695 |
Birch Creek | Plan A2 | 1BR,1BA | $2,795 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Southgate, CA
As of April 16, 2025 the best value apartment in the Southgate area is the $2.45 price per square foot 3 bedroom ; 2 bath Model at Briarwood Manor in the in the Pine Forest neighborhood starting from $3,800. The second greatest value Southgate 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 Southgate apartments based on price per square foot:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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Briarwood Manor | 3 bedroom ; 2 bath | 3BR,2BA | $2.45 |
Merrilee Terrace Apartments | 2BR/2BA | 2BR,2BA | $3.27 |
Midtown Apartments | Two Bedroom 1.5 Bathroom | 2BR,1.5BA | $3.83 |
Southwood Apartments | TBD | 2BR,2BA | $3.77 |
Menlo Pointe Apartments | 1 Beds, 1 Baths | 1BR,1BA | $3.45 |
Birch Creek | Plan A2 | 1BR,1BA | $3.49 |
Stanford Villa | Camellia | 1BR,1BA | $3.47 |
Union Plaza Apartments | Premium One Bedroom (Fully Renovated) | 1BR,1BA | $3.74 |
Woodland Circle | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $3.58 |
Woodland Park | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $3.26 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleSouthgate, Palo Alto, CA
Ranked #12
Among neighborhoods in Palo Alto, CA for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
4.0Pet Friendly
Best Local Schools in Southgate, Palo Alto, CA
Frank S. Greene Jr. Middle
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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
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 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 $2,010 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.
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