Cheap Apartments for Rent in Menlo Park, CA from $1,950 (53 Rentals)

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property at 546 Hamilton Ave

$1,750

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$1,750
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1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Home for Rent

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546 Hamilton Ave

Menlo ParkCA94025
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Vasara
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$2,833 - $12,520
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Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments Available Now

Vasara

110 Constitution DrMenlo Park, CA 94025
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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 3 Bedroom Apartments

The Atherton Oaks

425 Encinal AveMenlo Park, CA 94025
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Menlo Oaks Apartments
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Menlo Oaks Apartments

840-842 Coleman 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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857 Partridge Ave
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

857 Partridge Ave

857 Partridge AveMenlo Park, CA 94025
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1466 San Antonio
2 Bedroom Apartments

1466 San Antonio

1466 San Antonio AveMenlo Park, CA 94025

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property at 2352 Menalto Ave

$1,599

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$1,599
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$1,599

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2352 Menalto Ave

East Palo AltoCA94303
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Woodland Park
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$1,975 - $3,465
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$1,975 - $3,465
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$1,975 - $3,465
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Woodland Park

45 Newell RdEast Palo Alto, CA 94303
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property at 522 Scott Ave

$2,750

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$2,750
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522 Scott Ave, Unit 522

522 Scott Ave
Redwood CityCA94063
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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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Hallmark House
1 Bedroom Apartments

Hallmark House

531 Woodside RdRedwood City, CA 94061
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926 Woodside
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

926 Woodside

926-928 Woodside RdRedwood City, CA 94061
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86 Renato Ct
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

86 Renato Ct

86 Renato CtRedwood City, CA 94061
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Woodland Circle
1 Bedroom Apartments

Woodland Circle

1637 Woodland AveEast Palo Alto, CA 94303
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The Redwoods
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

The Redwoods

220 E Okeefe StEast Palo Alto, CA 94303
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701 9th Avenue
1 Bedroom Apartments

701 9th Avenue

701 9th AveRedwood City, CA 94063
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180FLATS
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

180FLATS

180 Buckingham AveRedwood City, CA 94063

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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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Atherton Green
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Atherton Green

70 Renato CtRedwood City, CA 94061
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Hawthorne Gardens
Studio to 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

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Menlo Park, CA Local Guide

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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Menlo Park, CA

Pricing Updated: 08/26/2026

Current apartment rentals in the Menlo Park, CA area range in price from $1,950 to $13,850 with an overall median price of $5,929. Here is today’s list neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for Menlo Park Apartments for rent:

NeighborhoodMedian PriceMin PriceAvailable Units
Sharon Height$5,640$1,95014
Lindenwood$6,379$1,9509

Cheapest Available Menlo Park Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Menlo Park, CA is a 1 Bed unit found at REALM APARTMENTS in the West Atherton neighborhood priced from $1,950. Woodland Park in the Duveneck neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,975. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Menlo Park apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
REALM APARTMENTSPlan 1A1BR,1BA$1,950
Woodland ParkStudioStudio,1BA$1,975
701 9th Avenue701 9th Avenue - 81BR,1BA$2,300
201-211 Third AvenueJr 1BR/1BA1BR,1BA$2,300
Stanford Garden ApartmentsLarge Studio Close to Everything - Private PatioStudio,1BA$2,395
Coleman Arms1x11BR,1BA$2,405
Mosaic Apartments1 Bedroom w/Wood floors and Balcony1BR,1BA$2,495
390 Everett Ave5R1BR,1BA$2,500
Woodside Court3162BR,2BA$3,095
LumeS6Studio,1BA$3,113

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Menlo Park, CA

As of August 26, 2026 the best value apartment in the Menlo Park area is the $3.73 price per square foot 365 Forest Ave Model at 365 Forest Ave, Unit 2D in the in the Duveneck neighborhood starting from $7,380. The second greatest value Menlo Park apartment is the Element Model at 777 Hamilton starting at $4,767 with a $4.37 price per square foot in the Felton Gables 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.
365 Forest Ave, Unit 2D365 Forest Ave3BR,2.5BA$3.73
777 HamiltonElement2BR,2BA$4.37
Verandas Apartments2x1 W/D2BR,1BA$3.35
Midtown ApartmentsTwo Bedroom 1.5 Bathroom2BR,1.5BA$4.24
Woodland Park2x12BR,1BA$3.67
885 WoodsideA21BR,1BA$4.07
2040 Yale St2040 Yale St1BR,1BA$4.26
390 Everett Ave5R1BR,1BA$3.62
Mosaic Apartments1 Bedroom w/Wood floors and Balcony1BR,1BA$3.84
Coleman Arms1x1 Renovated1BR,1BA$4.59

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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.

Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Menlo Park, CA

Ranked #123

Among cities in California for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

2.5
Pet Friendly

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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 $1,975.

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

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Menlo Park Apartment is $1,950 at REALM APARTMENTS.

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 $3,095 at Woodside Court.

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