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1497 1/2 E Bayshore Rd

600 Hamilton Ave
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901 Fremont St

2330 University Ave

940 Alice Ln
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936 Alice Ln
Menlo Park, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent a home in Menlo Park?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Menlo Park 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $4,398 | $3,000 | $5,995 |
Menlo Park 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $6,669 | $4,000 | $10,000+ |
Menlo Park 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $17,761 | $4,970 | $10,000+ |
Menlo Park 5 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $12,862 | $7,050 | $10,000+ |
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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Menlo Park, CA
Pricing Updated: 05/25/2025Current 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:
Neighborhood | Median Price | Min Price | Available Units |
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Sharon Height | $5,947 | $5,900 | 2 |
Lindenwood | $6,375 | $5,000 | 2 |
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 Lindenwood neighborhood priced from $1,650. Avenue Two Apartments in the Friendly Acres neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $2,225. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Menlo Park apartments for rent:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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Woodland Park | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,650 |
Avenue Two Apartments | S | Studio,1BA | $2,225 |
Mosaic Apartments | 1 Bedroom w/Wood floors and Balcony | 1BR,1BA | $2,395 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Menlo Park, CA
As of May 25, 2025 the best value apartment in the Menlo Park area is the $2.79 price per square foot 2-2 Apartment Model at Woodland Park in the in the Lindenwood neighborhood starting from $2,800. The second greatest value Menlo Park apartment is the H Model at Seven Oaks starting at $4,695 with a $4.74 price per square foot in the Stanford University neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Menlo Park apartments based on price per square foot:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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Woodland Park | 2-2 Apartment | 2BR,2BA | $2.79 |
Seven Oaks | H | 2BR,1.5BA | $4.74 |
ROEN Menlo Park | Plan 2A | 2BR,2BA | $4.25 |
Parker Palo Alto | Two Bedroom One Bathroom | 2BR,1BA | $4.85 |
Midtown Apartments | 2-Bedrooms, 1-Bathroom | 2BR,1BA | $3.71 |
777 Hamilton | Java | 1BR,1BA | $4.70 |
Anton Menlo | Residence 12 | 1BR,1BA | $4.91 |
Mosaic Apartments | 1 Bedroom w/Wood floors and Balcony | 1BR,1BA | $3.68 |
Verandas Apartments | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $3.99 |
Avenue Two Apartments | S | Studio ,1BA | $4.61 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Menlo Park
What type of rentals are currently available in Menlo Park?
There are currently 1200 Apartments for Rent in Menlo Park, CA with pricing that ranges from $1,025 to $13,410. There are also 48 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Menlo Park ranging from $1,100 to $90,000.
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 $1,100 to $90,000 with an average monthly rent of $7,982.
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 $4,950 to $10,000, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $4,000 to $13,080. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $4,970 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $5,880.
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