Cheap Homes for Rent in Atherton, CA from $1,500 (6 Rentals)

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property at 2352 Menalto Ave

$1,599

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$1,599

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Studio, 1 Bath Home for Rent

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2352 Menalto Ave

East Palo AltoCA94303

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property at 522 Scott Ave

$2,750

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$2,750

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1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Home for Rent

Available Jun 20

522 Scott Ave, Unit 522

522 Scott Ave
Redwood CityCA94063

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Atherton, CA Local Guide

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 ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Stone Creek Apartments1x1C1BR,1BA$2,195
MonticelloStudioStudio,1BA$2,200
Marymount TowerOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$2,295

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Atherton, CA and Nearby

As of June 06, 2026 the best value apartment in the Atherton area is the $2.70 price per square foot 2BR/1BA Model at Hawthorne Apartments in the in the Duveneck neighborhood starting from $2,975. The second greatest value Atherton apartment is the Element Model at 777 Hamilton starting at $4,877 with a $4.47 price per square foot in the Felton Gables neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Atherton apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Hawthorne Apartments2BR/1BA2BR,1BA$2.70
777 HamiltonElement2BR,2BA$4.47
Courtyard Apartments1x1L1BR,1BA$3.12
Brewster Place2 BR, 1.5 BA2BR,1.5BA$3.84
Marymount ManorOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$3.69
Marymount TowerOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$3.14
Mosaic Apartments1 Bedroom w/Wood floors and Balcony1BR,1BA$3.84
Verandas Apartments1x11BR,1BA$4.04
Redwood Plaza Village , SENIOR BUILDING , 55+1 bedroom1BR,1BA$4.08
MonticelloStudioStudio ,1BA$3.67

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Frequently Asked Questions about Atherton

What type of rentals are currently available in Atherton?

There are currently 1692 Apartments for Rent in Atherton, CA with pricing that ranges from $1,995 to $13,850. There are also 94 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Atherton ranging from $1,599 to $90,000.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Atherton?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Atherton ranges from $1,599 to $90,000 with an average monthly rent of $12,507.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Atherton?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Atherton range from $4,495 to $11,850, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $4,370 to $8,500. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $4,880 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $10,000.

Expert Rental Resources

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