
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Downtown Menlo Park Neighborhood of Menlo Park, CA from $1,800 (69 Rentals)
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Laurel Oaks Apartments

1041-1063 Laurel St

Noel Oaks Apartments

Menlo Pointe Apartments

Noel Court

729 Roble Ave

Stonewood Condominiums

564 University Dr
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960 Roble Ave

975 Florence Ln

1014 Middle Ave

682 Live Oak Ave

837 Live Oak Ave

922 Florence Ln

879 Roble Ave

947 Roble Ave

1285 El Camino Real

734 Live Oak Ave
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950 Roble Ave

712-714 Live Oak Ave

997-999 Crane St

1002 Roble Ave

980-990 Alice Ln

624 University Dr

1039 Fremont St

864 Arbor Rd

677 Fremont St

1162 El Camino Real
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855 Fremont St

780 Arbor Rd

847 Roble Ave

818 Fremont St

980 Middle Ave

866 Live Oak Ave

882-888 Middle Ave

935-937 Menlo Ave

683 Live Oak Ave

1020-1024 Mallet Ct
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700 Live Oak Ave

905 Fremont Pl

540 University Dr

831 Roble Ave

830 Fremont St

1025-1027 Florence Ln

699 Roble Ave

1035-1037 Florence Ln

670 Oak Grove Ave

675 University Dr
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Downtown Menlo Park, Menlo Park, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Downtown Menlo Park?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Downtown Menlo Park Studio Apartments | $3,396 | $3,210 | $3,600 |
| Downtown Menlo Park 1 Bedroom Apartments | $4,627 | $2,995 | $6,598 |
| Downtown Menlo Park 2 Bedroom Apartments | $9,061 | $4,195 | $10,000+ |
| Downtown Menlo Park 3 Bedroom Apartments | $8,172 | $4,495 | $10,000+ |
| Downtown Menlo Park 4 Bedroom Apartments | $13,850 | $10,000 | $10,000+ |
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Cheapest Available Downtown Menlo Park Apartments for Rent
 | Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Springline | 1Bed/1Bath E - Signature | 1BR,1BA | $6,449 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleDowntown Menlo Park, Menlo Park, CA
Ranked #12
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4.0Pet Friendly
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Downtown Menlo Park Apartments
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Downtown Menlo Park Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Downtown Menlo Park is starting from $10,197 at Springline.
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