Cheap Homes for Rent in Menlo Park Neighborhood of Edison, NJ from $1,800 (14 Rentals)

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Menlo Park, Edison, NJ Local Guide

Cheapest Available Menlo Park Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Menlo Park area of Edison, NJ is a 1 Bed unit found at Reinhard Manor (55+ Community) priced from $1,640. Hilltop Manor & Estates has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,755. Here are the most affordable Menlo Park apartments for rent in Edison, NJ:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Reinhard Manor (55+ Community)1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,640
Hilltop Manor & Estates1 Bedroom Estates1BR,1BA$1,755
Greenfield Gardens$1.95/sq.ft. - One Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,795
Georgian Arms ApartmentsOne Bedroom Large1BR,1BA$1,845
Clara Barton Apartments1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,850

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Menlo Park, NJ

As of September 09, 2025 the best value apartment in the Menlo Park area is the $2.09 price per square foot Birchmont Model at Autumn Hills in the in the Fords neighborhood starting from $2,565. The second greatest value Menlo Park apartment is the Opal I Model at Green Plaza starting at $2,715 with a $2.28 price per square foot in the Metropark neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Menlo Park apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Autumn HillsBirchmont1BR,2.5BA$2.09
Green PlazaOpal I2BR,2BA$2.28
Evergreen Meadows$2.60/sq.ft. - Two Bedroom Den TownHome2BR,1.5BA$2.64
Greenfield Gardens$1.95/sq.ft. - Two Bedroom2BR,1BA$1.95
Regency @ Menlo Park Terrace2E2BR,2BA$2.62
267 Central Ave, Unit a267 Central Ave1BR,1BA$2.30
Parsonage Hill Village$2.11/sq.ft. - B1BR,1BA$2.11
Greenway Village398-Classic 1-bed1BR,1BA$2.46
Gill Lane1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$2.35
Reinhard Manor (55+ Community)1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$2.34

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Menlo Park, Edison, NJ

Ranked #9

Among cities in New Jersey for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

4.0
Pet Friendly

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Frequently Asked Questions about Menlo Park

What type of rentals are currently available in Menlo Park?

There are currently 80 Apartments for Rent in Menlo Park, NJ with pricing that ranges from $1,280 to $4,465. There are also 45 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Menlo Park ranging from $1,850 to $5,500.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Menlo Park?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Menlo Park ranges from $1,850 to $5,500 with an average monthly rent of $3,593.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Menlo Park?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Menlo Park range from $2,500 to $3,730, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $2,600 to $4,400. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $3,150 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $3,350.

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Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

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