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Southwood Apartments

2850 Middlefield Rd, Palo Alto, CA 94306

3.9 (1 review)

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  • Monthly Rent

    $3,225 - $3,250

  • Bedrooms

    1 bd

  • Bathrooms

    1 ba

  • Square Feet

    750 sq ft

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Southwood offers a host of one or two bedroom apartment homes to fit your lifestyle. All our apartments feature the latest, unparalleled features and amenities that deliver the preeminent living experience in Palo Alto, California. Take a few moments to view our floor plans and apply below before your next home is taken, or if you can’t stand to waste another second just drop on by for a visit. Our friendly, professional staff would be ecstatic to assist you and show you why your Southwood apartment isn’t just another apartment, it’s your new home. Apartments in Palo Alto, CA.

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Highlights

  • Bike-Friendly Area
  • Basketball Court
  • High Ceilings
  • Pool
  • Spa
  • Pet Play Area
  • Grill
  • Balcony
  • Property Manager on Site

Pricing & Floor Plans

1x1A $3,225 – $3,250
1 Bed 1 Bath 750 Sq Ft $750 Deposit
1 Available unit
Unit
Base Price
Sq Ft
Availability
Unit Details
  • Unit 225
    price $3,250
    square feet 750
    availibility Feb 13
1x1A $3,225 – $3,250
1 Bed 1 Bath 750 Sq Ft $750 Deposit
1 Available unit
Unit
Base Price
Sq Ft
Availability
Unit Details
  • Unit 225
    price $3,250
    square feet 750
    availibility Feb 13
* Price shown is base rent. Excludes user-selected optional fees and variable or usage-based fees and required charges due at or prior to move-in or at move-out.View Fees and Policies for details. Price, availability, fees, and any applicable rent special are subject to change without notice.
* Square footage definitions vary. Displayed square footage is approximate.

Fees and Policies

The fees below are based on community-supplied data and may exclude additional fees and utilities.

  • One-Time Basics
    • Due at Application
      • Application Fee Per Applicant
        $50 application per adult applicant Charged per applicant.
        $50

Pet policies are negotiable.

  • Dogs
    Max of 2, 50 lbs. Weight Limit
    Restrictions:
    Total of two pets (cats and dogs only) per unit. Certain breed restrictions apply. $100 per month per pet.
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  • Cats
    Max of 2, 50 lbs. Weight Limit
    Restrictions:
    Total of two pets (cats and dogs only) per unit. Certain breed restrictions apply. $100 per month per pet.
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  • Covered
    Each unit comes with one assigned covered parking space. All guest/unreserved spots are first come first served.
  • Garage Lot
  • Surface Lot
  • Storage Locker
    Each unit comes with a locked storage locker on either the balcony or patio.

Property Fee Disclaimer: Based on community-supplied data and independent market research. Subject to change without notice. May exclude fees for mandatory or optional services and usage-based utilities.

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Lease Options

  • 12 mo

Property Information

  • Built in 1985
  • 100 units/3 stories

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1BR, 1BA - 750SF
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About Southwood Apartments

Southwood offers a host of one or two bedroom apartment homes to fit your lifestyle. All our apartments feature the latest, unparalleled features and amenities that deliver the preeminent living experience in Palo Alto, California. Take a few moments to view our floor plans and apply below before your next home is taken, or if you can’t stand to waste another second just drop on by for a visit. Our friendly, professional staff would be ecstatic to assist you and show you why your Southwood apartment isn’t just another apartment, it’s your new home. Apartments in Palo Alto, CA.

Southwood Apartments is an apartment community located in Santa Clara County and the 94306 ZIP Code. This area is served by the Palo Alto Unified attendance zone.

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Community Amenities

Pool

Fitness Center

Laundry Facilities

Playground

  • Package Service
  • Community-Wide WiFi
  • Laundry Facilities
  • Maintenance on site
  • Property Manager on Site
  • Recycling
  • Pet Play Area
  • Clubhouse
  • Walk-Up
  • Fitness Center
  • Hot Tub
  • Spa
  • Pool
  • Playground
  • Bicycle Storage
  • Basketball Court
  • Courtyard
  • Grill

Apartment Features

Washer/Dryer

Air Conditioning

Dishwasher

High Speed Internet Access

Hardwood Floors

Granite Countertops

Microwave

Refrigerator

Indoor Features

  • High Speed Internet Access
  • Washer/Dryer
  • Air Conditioning
  • Heating
  • Ceiling Fans
  • Smoke Free
  • Cable Ready
  • Storage Space
  • Double Vanities
  • Tub/Shower
  • Sprinkler System

Kitchen Features & Appliances

  • Dishwasher
  • Disposal
  • Ice Maker
  • Granite Countertops
  • Stainless Steel Appliances
  • Pantry
  • Kitchen
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Range
  • Refrigerator
  • Freezer
  • Quartz Countertops

Model Details

  • Hardwood Floors
  • Carpet
  • Tile Floors
  • Vinyl Flooring
  • Dining Room
  • High Ceilings
  • Views
  • Double Pane Windows
  • Window Coverings
  • Balcony
  • Patio
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Amenities
  • Package Service
  • Community-Wide WiFi
  • Laundry Facilities
  • Maintenance on site
  • Property Manager on Site
  • Recycling
  • Pet Play Area
  • Clubhouse
  • Walk-Up
  • Courtyard
  • Grill
  • Fitness Center
  • Hot Tub
  • Spa
  • Pool
  • Playground
  • Bicycle Storage
  • Basketball Court
  • High Speed Internet Access
  • Washer/Dryer
  • Air Conditioning
  • Heating
  • Ceiling Fans
  • Smoke Free
  • Cable Ready
  • Storage Space
  • Double Vanities
  • Tub/Shower
  • Sprinkler System
  • Dishwasher
  • Disposal
  • Ice Maker
  • Granite Countertops
  • Stainless Steel Appliances
  • Pantry
  • Kitchen
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Range
  • Refrigerator
  • Freezer
  • Quartz Countertops
  • Hardwood Floors
  • Carpet
  • Tile Floors
  • Vinyl Flooring
  • Dining Room
  • High Ceilings
  • Views
  • Double Pane Windows
  • Window Coverings
  • Balcony
  • Patio
Expenses
Recurring
Cat Rent $100
Dog Rent $100
One-Time
Cat Fee $0
Dog Fee $0
Office Hours
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Tuesday By Appointment
Wednesday By Appointment
Thursday By Appointment
Friday By Appointment
Saturday By Appointment
Sunday By Appointment
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City - Palo Alto

Living in Palo Alto places you in Silicon Valley, where historic neighborhoods complement the city's technological presence. Tree-lined streets wind through the community, which is anchored by Stanford University. University Avenue features local boutiques and restaurants housed in preserved historic buildings, while the Stanford Shopping Center offers high-end retail destinations. The city maintains 36 parks and preserves, including the Baylands Nature Preserve and Foothills Park, where residents enjoy hiking trails and outdoor activities. Palo Alto's infrastructure supports alternative transportation, with dedicated bike lanes throughout the city.

The rental market in Palo Alto reflects the area's popularity, with current average rents ranging from $2,634 for studios to $6,139 for four-bedroom homes. Recent trends show steady growth, with rent increases varying from 1.8% to 17% across different unit sizes over the past year.

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Average Prices by Area

Compare neighborhood and city base rent averages by bedroom.

Midtown Palo Alto Palo Alto, CA
Studio $2,349 $2,941
1 Bedroom $2,850 $3,013
2 Bedrooms $3,639 $3,837
3 Bedrooms $5,030 $4,690
Education
Colleges & Universities Distance
Colleges & Universities Distance
Foothill College, Middlefield
Drive: 6 min 1.8 mi
Stanford University
Drive: 9 min 3.2 mi
Menlo College
Drive: 13 min 5.0 mi
Foothill Coll., Los Altos
Drive: 15 min 8.1 mi
Southwood Apartments is within 6 minutes or 1.8 miles from Foothill College, Middlefield. It is also near Stanford University and Menlo College.
Schools
  • Public Schools
  • Private Schools
El Carmelo Elementary
Public Elementary School
Grades K-5
317 Students
Attendance Zone
Kathryn Hughes Elementary
Public Elementary School
Grades K-5
270 Students
Nearby
D. J. Sedgwick Elementary
Public Elementary School
Grades K-5
367 Students
Nearby
Jane Lathrop Stanford Middle
Public Middle School
Grades 6-8
996 Students
Attendance Zone
Palo Alto High
Public High School
Grades 9-12
1,992 Students
Attendance Zone
Keys School
Private Elementary & Middle School
Grades K-8
Nearby
Bear Hollow School
Private Elementary, Middle & High School
Grades K-12
Nearby
Living Wisdom School Of Palo Alto
Private Elementary, Middle & High School
Grades K-12
89 Students
Nearby
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Transportation

Transportation options available in Palo Alto include Mountain View Station, located 4.6 miles from Southwood Apartments. Southwood Apartments is near Norman Y Mineta San Jose International, located 14.1 miles or 20 minutes away, and San Francisco International, located 22.0 miles or 30 minutes away.

Transit / Subway Distance
Transit / Subway Distance
Mountain View Station
Drive: 10 min 4.6 mi
Mountain View Station
Drive: 10 min 4.6 mi
Bayshore Nasa Station
Drive: 10 min 6.6 mi
Bayshore/Nasa Station
Drive: 11 min 6.7 mi
Whisman Station
Drive: 12 min 7.2 mi
Commuter Rail Distance
Commuter Rail Distance
California Avenue
Drive: 3 min 1.2 mi
California Avenue Caltrain Station Southbound
Drive: 4 min 1.6 mi
Palo Alto
Drive: 7 min 2.7 mi
San Antonio
Drive: 8 min 2.9 mi
Menlo Park
Drive: 11 min 4.4 mi
Airports Distance
Airports Distance
Norman Y Mineta San Jose International
Drive: 20 min 14.1 mi
San Francisco International
Drive: 30 min 22.0 mi
Very Walkable
78
Walk Score®
Out of 100
If you enjoy walking, you’ll enjoy renting in this area! It’s a very walkable neighborhood.
Some Transit
33
Transit Score®
Out of 100
You'll likely want a car when living in this area since it has few transit options.
Biker's Paradise
97
Bike Score®
Out of 100
Do you prefer to get around on two wheels? You’ll love living in this neighborhood, which is considered a biker’s paradise.
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Points of Interest

Time and distance from Southwood Apartments.

Shopping Centers Distance
Shopping Centers Distance
Charleston Shopping Center
Drive: 4 min 1.4 mi
Alma Village
Drive: 4 min 1.5 mi
Edgewood Shopping Center
Drive: 5 min 1.6 mi
Southwood Apartments has 3 shopping centers within 1.6 miles, which is about a 5-minute drive. The miles and minutes will be for the farthest away property.
Parks and Recreation Distance
Parks and Recreation Distance
J. Pearce Mitchell Park
Drive: 4 min 1.2 mi
Junior Museum and Zoo
Drive: 4 min 1.2 mi
Rinconada Park
Drive: 4 min 1.4 mi
Gamble Garden
Drive: 5 min 1.6 mi
Bol Park
Drive: 7 min 2.7 mi
Southwood Apartments has 5 parks within 2.7 miles, including J. Pearce Mitchell Park, Junior Museum and Zoo, and Rinconada Park.
Hospitals Distance
Hospitals Distance
Lucile Salter Packard Children's Hospital at Stanford
Drive: 9 min 3.5 mi
Stanford Health Care
Drive: 11 min 4.0 mi
El Camino Hospital
Drive: 13 min 8.1 mi
Southwood Apartments has 3 hospitals within 8.1 miles, the nearest is Lucile Salter Packard Children's Hospital at Stanford which is 3.5 miles away and a 9 minute drive.
Military Bases Distance
Military Bases Distance
Ames Research Center
Drive: 14 min 7.0 mi
Southwood Apartments is 7.0 miles and a 14 minute drive from Ames Research Center.
 
 

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Frequently Asked Questions
Does Southwood Apartments have in-unit laundry?

Southwood Apartments has units with in‑unit washers and dryers, making laundry day simple for residents.

What utilities are included in rent at Southwood Apartments?

Utilities are not included in rent. Residents should plan to set up and pay for all services separately.

Is parking available at Southwood Apartments?

Parking is available at Southwood Apartments. Fees may apply depending on the type of parking offered. Contact this property for details.

Which floor plans are available, and what are the price ranges?

Southwood Apartments has one-bedroom available with rent ranges from $3,225/mo. to $3,250/mo.

Is Southwood Apartments pet-friendly?

Yes, Southwood Apartments welcomes pets. Breed restrictions, weight limits, and additional fees may apply. View this property's pet policy.

How much income do I need to rent at Southwood Apartments?

A good rule of thumb is to spend no more than 30% of your gross income on rent. Based on the lowest available rent of $3,225 for a one-bedroom, you would need to earn about $116,000 per year to qualify. Want to double-check your budget? Try our Rent Affordability Calculator to see how much rent fits your income and lifestyle.

Does Southwood Apartments have move-in specials?

Southwood Apartments is not currently offering any rent specials. Check back soon, as promotions change frequently.

Does Southwood Apartments offer Matterport 3D tours?

Yes! Southwood Apartments offers 2 Matterport 3D Tours. Explore different floor plans and see unit level details, all without leaving home.

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