Cheap Apartments for Rent in Menlo Park, CA from $1,100 (30 Rentals)

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670 Live Oak Ave
Studio Apartments

670 Live Oak Ave

670 Live Oak AveMenlo Park, CA 94025
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The Atherton Oaks
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

The Atherton Oaks

425 Encinal AveMenlo Park, CA 94025

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Live Oak Ave
1 Bedroom Apartments

Live Oak Ave

765-785 Live Oak AveMenlo Park, CA 94025
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Menlo Oaks Apartments
2 Bedroom Apartments

Menlo Oaks Apartments

840-842 Coleman AveMenlo Park, CA 94025
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Middlefield Junction
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Middlefield Junction

2700 Middlefield RdRedwood City, CA 94063
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529 Hampshire Ave
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

529 Hampshire Ave

529 Hampshire AveRedwood City, CA 94063
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926 Woodside
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

926 Woodside

926-928 Woodside RdRedwood City, CA 94061
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Woodland Arms
Studio Apartments

Woodland Arms

1717 Woodland AvePalo Alto, CA 94303
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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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180FLATS
1 Bedroom Apartments

180FLATS

180 Buckingham AveRedwood City, CA 94063

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Atherton Green
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Atherton Green

70 Renato CtRedwood City, CA 94061
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Hawthorne Gardens
1 Bedroom Apartments

Hawthorne Gardens

221-237 Hawthorne AvePalo Alto, CA 94301
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Woodside South
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Woodside South

15 Atherwood AveRedwood City, CA 94061

Menlo Park, CA Local Guide

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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Menlo Park, CA

Pricing Updated: 07/07/2025

Current apartment rentals in the Menlo Park, CA area range in price from to with an overall median price of . Here is today’s list neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for Menlo Park Apartments for rent:

NeighborhoodMedian PriceMin PriceAvailable Units
Sharon Height$7,022$1,9507
Lindenwood$8,690$2,4007

Cheapest Available Menlo Park Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Menlo Park, CA is a Studio unit found at Woodland Park in the Duveneck neighborhood priced from $1,700. Coleman Apartments in the Duveneck neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $2,195. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Menlo Park apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Woodland ParkStudioStudio,1BA$1,700
Coleman Apartmentscola11BR,1BA$2,195
Verandas Apartments1x11BR,1BA$2,395
Stanford Garden ApartmentsWonderful 1 Bedroom Close to Everything!1BR,1BA$2,450
230 - Atherton Park Forest1 Bed 1 Bath1BR,1BA$2,500
Midtown ApartmentsOne Bedroom One Bathroom1BR,1BA$2,895
LumeS6Studio,1BA$2,985
Hampshire2x12BR,1BA$3,065
Midtown Apartments2-Bedrooms, 1-Bathroom2BR,1BA$3,095

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Menlo Park, CA

As of July 07, 2025 the best value apartment in the Menlo Park area is the $3.29 price per square foot 2 Bedroom Model at Garden Oaks Apartments in the in the Lindenwood neighborhood starting from $3,195. The second greatest value Menlo Park apartment is the Two Bedroom One Bathroom Model at Parker Palo Alto starting at $3,500 with a $4.12 price per square foot in the Duveneck 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.
Garden Oaks Apartments2 Bedroom2BR,1BA$3.29
Parker Palo AltoTwo Bedroom One Bathroom2BR,1BA$4.12
Midtown Apartments2-Bedrooms, 1-Bathroom2BR,1BA$3.71
Hampshire2x12BR,1BA$3.83
2042 Yale St2042 Yale St1BR,1BA$3.99
Midtown ApartmentsOne Bedroom One Bathroom1BR,1BA$4.04
Stanford Garden ApartmentsWonderful 1 Bedroom Close to Everything!1BR,1BA$3.50
Coleman Apartmentscola11BR,1BA$3.66
Verandas Apartments1x11BR,1BA$3.99
Woodland ParkStudioStudio ,1BA$3.63

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Menlo Park Overview

Snugly located in the heart of the San Francisco bay area, Menlo Park is a thriving, working-class hub of the California scene. With over 30,000 residents proudly calling the city home, and boasting one of the most educated populaces in all of the nation (70% of residence claim at least a Bachelor's Degree!), this in-demand hot spot is an excellent locale to live, work and play.

Why live in Menlo Park, CA?

Offering a sound economic base thanks to a number of tech firm employers including Facebook, Intuit and E* Trade, apartments in Menlo Park offer a fantastic way of life for the budding young professional and growing families alike. A diverse, art-centric population helps craft a charming ambiance to the city, with progressive lifestyles the norm. Area schools consistently receive high marks, and the nearby scenery of the San Francisco bay is a true marvel of natural beauty to behold. Add to that world class eateries and museums, and you have a California city well worthy of consideration.

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Getting Around Menlo Park, CA

Walk Score®

72 / 100

Very Walkable

Most errands can be accomplished on foot

Bike Score®

84 / 100

Very Bikeable

Biking is convenient for most trips

Transit Score®

37 / 100

Some Transit

A few nearby public transportation options

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Menlo Park Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Menlo Park?

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

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Menlo Park Apartment?

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

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Menlo Park Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Menlo Park is starting from $2,800 at Woodland Park.

What is the most affordable Menlo Park Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Menlo Park Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Midtown Apartments and starts from $3,995.

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