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Menlo ParkCA94025
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How much does it cost to rent a home in Menlo Park?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Menlo Park 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $4,377 | $3,600 | $6,000 |
| Menlo Park 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $8,247 | $4,300 | $10,000+ |
| Menlo Park 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $19,528 | $4,880 | $10,000+ |
| Menlo Park 5 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $16,450 | $1,900 | $10,000+ |
| Menlo Park 6 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $29,833 | $10,000 | $10,000+ |
| Menlo Park 7 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $7,588 | $7,588 | $7,588 |
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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Menlo Park, CA
Pricing Updated: 04/27/2026Current 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sharon Height | $8,495 | $2,295 | 8 |
| Lindenwood | $8,997 | $2,995 | 4 |
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 Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Woodland Park | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,675 |
| Verandas Apartments | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $2,425 |
| Stanford Garden Apartments | Wonderful 1 Bedroom Close to Everything! | 1BR,1BA | $2,595 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Menlo Park, CA
As of April 28, 2026 the best value apartment in the Menlo Park area is the $4.49 price per square foot Plan 3A Model at ROEN Menlo Park in the in the Friendly Acres neighborhood starting from $5,607. The second greatest value Menlo Park apartment is the Premier 3 Bedroom Model at Noel Oaks Apartments starting at $5,295 with a $4.43 price per square foot in the Pine Forest 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| ROEN Menlo Park | Plan 3A | 3BR,2BA | $4.49 |
| Noel Oaks Apartments | Premier 3 Bedroom | 3BR,2BA | $4.43 |
| Hawthorne Apartments | 2BR/1BA | 2BR,1BA | $2.70 |
| Woodland Park | 2x2 | 2BR,2BA | $3.05 |
| Midtown Apartments | 2-Bedrooms, 1-Bathroom | 2BR,1BA | $3.83 |
| Garden Oaks Apartments | 1 bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $3.64 |
| 777 Hamilton | Java | 1BR,1BA | $4.71 |
| Parker Palo Alto | One Bedroom One Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $4.25 |
| Stanford Garden Apartments | Wonderful 1 Bedroom Close to Everything! | 1BR,1BA | $3.71 |
| Verandas Apartments | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $4.04 |
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What type of rentals are currently available in Menlo Park?
There are currently 1171 Apartments for Rent in Menlo Park, CA with pricing that ranges from $1,800 to $23,695. There are also 94 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Menlo Park ranging from $1,025 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 $1,025 to $90,000 with an average monthly rent of $11,463.
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