Cheap Apartments for Rent in Menlo Park, CA from $1,100 (86 Rentals)

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Vasara
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$1,960 - $10,129
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Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments Available Now

Vasara

110 Constitution DrMenlo Park, CA 94025
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Lume
$3,078 - $10,128
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Lume

172 Constitution DrMenlo Park, CA 94026
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670 Live Oak Ave
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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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124 Buckthorn Way
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

124 Buckthorn Way

124 Buckthorn WayMenlo Park, CA 94025
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Seven Oaks
1 to 5 Bedroom Apartments

Seven Oaks

600 Sharon Park DrMenlo Park, CA 94025
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777 Hamilton
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

777 Hamilton

777 Hamilton AveMenlo Park, CA 94025
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Woodland Park
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$1,675 - $4,075
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$1,675 - $4,075
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Woodland Park

45 Newell RdEast Palo Alto, CA 94303
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$3,570

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Available Oct 29

820 Kipling St

Palo AltoCA94301

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Menlo Park, CA Local Guide

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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Menlo Park, CA

Pricing Updated: 05/27/2026

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
Lindenwood$13,850$2,6003
Sharon Height$13,850$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 $1,675. Verandas Apartments in the Lindenwood neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $2,425. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Menlo Park apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Woodland ParkStudioStudio,1BA$1,675
Verandas Apartments1x11BR,1BA$2,425
The Pines ApartmentsUpdated 1 Bedroom with Bamboo1BR,1BA$2,795
Stanford Garden ApartmentsWonderful 1 Bedroom Close to Everything!1BR,1BA$2,895
Hawthorne Apartments2BR/1BA2BR,1BA$2,975
347-367 Everett Ave1x11BR,1BA$2,995
Woodside Court3162BR,2BA$3,095
LumeS6Studio,1BA$3,113
Woodland ArmsUnit 1052BR,2BA$3,200
Parker Palo AltoOne Bedroom One Bathroom1BR,1BA$3,395

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Menlo Park, CA

As of May 28, 2026 the best value apartment in the Menlo Park area is the $2.67 price per square foot Unit 105 Model at Woodland Arms in the in the Duveneck neighborhood starting from $3,200. The second greatest value Menlo Park 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 Menlo Park apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Woodland ArmsUnit 1052BR,2BA$2.67
Hawthorne Apartments2BR/1BA2BR,1BA$2.70
1137 Alberni St, Unit 11137 Alberni St3BR,1BA$4.09
777 HamiltonElement2BR,2BA$4.44
Woodland Park2x22BR,2BA$3.05
Anton MenloResidence 121BR,1BA$5.34
Parker Palo AltoOne Bedroom One Bathroom1BR,1BA$4.66
Stanford Garden Apartments1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$4.56
347-367 Everett Ave1x11BR,1BA$4.83
Verandas Apartments1x11BR,1BA$4.04

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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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Menlo Park, CA

Ranked #121

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

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2.5
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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 $1,675.

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

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Menlo Park Apartment is $1,925 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 $2,850 at Woodland Park.

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