
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Atherton, CA from $1,100 (59 Rentals)
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425 Oak Ave

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Vasara

Marymount Tower

Perry Street Studios

Monticello

Stone Creek Apartments

234 Fifth Ave

417 Stambaugh St

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1164 Clinton St, Unit Apartment #2
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538 Madison Ave, Unit 5

538 Madison Ave, Unit 4

Courtyard Apartments

Hawthorne Apartments

Verandas Apartments

Redwood Plaza Village , SENIOR BUILDING , 55+

Mosaic Apartments

Atherton Park Forest

2846 Blenheim Ave

The Millton
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Marymount Manor

Middlefield Junction

180 Harrison Ave

Bradford Apartments

529 Hampshire Ave

670 Live Oak Ave

1410 Jefferson Ave

The Atherton Oaks

Hallmark House Apartments

926 Woodside
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Poplar Apartments

86 Renato Ct

Coleman Apartments

1550 Ebener St

Menlo Oaks Apartments

The Redwoods

129 Redwood Ave

Webster Oak Apartments

Brewster Place

Menlo Park Apartments
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1615 Hudson St

180FLATS

Live Oak Ave

542 Forest Ave

357-359 Hawthorne Ave

Lathrop House Apartments

Farm Hill Apartments

1557 Hudson St

857 Partridge Ave

Atherton Green
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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Atherton?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Atherton Studio Apartments | $3,472 | $1,960 | $4,973 |
| Atherton 1 Bedroom Apartments | $4,032 | $2,195 | $7,289 |
| Atherton 2 Bedroom Apartments | $6,073 | $2,833 | $10,000+ |
| Atherton 3 Bedroom Apartments | $8,225 | $4,495 | $10,000+ |
| Atherton 4 Bedroom Apartments | $13,850 | $10,000 | $10,000+ |
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Cheapest Available Atherton Apartments for Rent and Nearby
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Atherton, CA is a 1 Bed unit found at Stone Creek Apartments in the Roosevelt neighborhood priced from $2,195. Monticello in the Roosevelt neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $2,200. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Atherton apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Stone Creek Apartments | 1x1C | 1BR,1BA | $2,195 |
| Monticello | Studio | Studio,1BA | $2,200 |
| Marymount Tower | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2,295 |
| 129 Redwood Ave | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $2,295 |
| Courtyard Apartments | 1x1S | 1BR,1BA | $2,395 |
| Verandas Apartments | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $2,425 |
| Redwood Plaza Village , SENIOR BUILDING , 55+ | 1 bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2,450 |
| The Millton | S3 | Studio,1BA | $2,637 |
| Marymount Manor | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2,695 |
| The Pines Apartments | Updated 1 Bedroom with Bamboo | 1BR,1BA | $2,895 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Atherton, CA and Nearby
As of June 12, 2026 the best value apartment in the Atherton area is the $4.68 price per square foot Plan E Model at Franklin Street Apartment Homes in the in the Roosevelt neighborhood starting from $5,560. The second greatest value Atherton apartment is the 2BR/1BA Model at Hawthorne Apartments starting at $2,975 with a $2.70 price per square foot in the Duveneck neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Atherton apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Franklin Street Apartment Homes | Plan E | 2BR,2BA | $4.68 |
| Hawthorne Apartments | 2BR/1BA | 2BR,1BA | $2.70 |
| Brewster Place | 2 BR, 1.5 BA | 2BR,1.5BA | $3.84 |
| Courtyard Apartments | 1x1L | 1BR,1BA | $3.12 |
| Marymount Manor | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $3.69 |
| Marymount Tower | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $3.14 |
| 129 Redwood Ave | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $3.19 |
| Monticello | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $3.67 |
| Verandas Apartments | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $4.04 |
| Redwood Plaza Village , SENIOR BUILDING , 55+ | 1 bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $4.08 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Atherton Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Atherton?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Atherton is at Monticello listed at $2,200.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Atherton Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Atherton Apartment is $2,195 at Stone Creek Apartments.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Atherton Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Atherton is starting from $2,975 at Hawthorne Apartments.
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