Cheap Apartments for Rent in the University South Neighborhood of Palo Alto, CA from $1,600 (11 Rentals)

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Hawthorne Apartments
1 Bedroom Apartments

Hawthorne Apartments

275 Hawthorne AvePalo Alto, CA 94301
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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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Hawthorne Gardens
1 Bedroom Apartments

Hawthorne Gardens

221-237 Hawthorne AvePalo Alto, CA 94301
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University South, Palo Alto, CA Local Guide

Cheapest Available University South Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the University South area of San Jose, CA is a Studio unit found at Woodland Park priced from $1,700. Woodland Arms has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $2,275. Here are the most affordable University South apartments for rent in San Jose, CA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Woodland ParkStudioStudio,1BA$1,700
Woodland ArmsUnit 202Studio,1BA$2,275
LumeS8Studio,1BA$2,880
VasaraS5Studio,1BA$3,260
Anton MenloResidence 21BR,1BA$3,400

Best Value Apartments for Rent in University South, CA

As of April 18, 2025 the best value apartment in the University South area is the $4.55 price per square foot 658 - 3-3 B Model at Six50Live, Menlo Park in the in the Pine Forest neighborhood starting from $8,995. The second greatest value University South apartment is the TBD Model at Southwood Apartments starting at $3,695 with a $3.77 price per square foot in the Duveneck neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for University South apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Six50Live, Menlo Park658 - 3-3 B3BR,3BA$4.55
Southwood ApartmentsTBD2BR,2BA$3.77
Landsby1T1BR,1BA$6.15
Anton MenloResidence 121BR,1BA$4.81
MV ApartmentsOak1BR,1BA$6.12
The MarcPlan A1BR,1BA$5.67
LumeA71BR,1BA$6.01
Woodland ParkStudioStudio ,1BA$3.36
Woodland ArmsUnit 202Studio ,1BA$4.55
1621 Woodland Ave, Unit A1621 Woodland AveStudio ,1BA$4.11

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
University South, Palo Alto, CA

Ranked #21

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

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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap University South Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in University South?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in University South is at Woodland Park listed at $1,700.

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

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom University South Apartment is $2,010 at Woodland Park.

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

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

What is the most affordable University South Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap University South Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Lume and starts from $6,160.

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Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

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