
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Menlo Oaks Neighborhood of Menlo Park, CA from $1,600 (42 Rentals)
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Verandas Apartments

230 - Atherton Park Forest

The Pines Apartments

3618 Alameda Apartments

Laurel Court Apartments

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Lume

Garden Oaks Apartments
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Menlo Pointe Apartments

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1060 Noel Dr

Anton Menlo

ROEN Menlo Park

Noel Oaks Apartments

Laurel Oaks Apartments

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1056 Noel Dr

Noel Court
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5 Heritage Pl

1111 Madera Ave

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1230 Mills St

Coleman Apartments

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Woodland Park

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Woodland Arms

Stanford Garden Apartments

Hawthorne Apartments

347-367 Everett Ave

Southwood Apartments

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715 Everett Ave

Parker Palo Alto

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715 Everett Ave
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535 Everett Ave

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2850 Middlefield Rd

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329 Hawthorne Ave

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535 Everett Ave

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1137 Alberni St, Unit 1

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323 Hawthorne Ave

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2721 Midtown Ct

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715 Everett Ave
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251 Middlefield Rd

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501 Forest Ave
Menlo Oaks, Menlo Park, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Menlo Oaks?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Menlo Oaks Studio Apartments | $3,466 | $1,700 | $7,889 |
| Menlo Oaks 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,844 | $2,345 | $7,289 |
| Menlo Oaks 2 Bedroom Apartments | $5,332 | $2,833 | $10,000+ |
| Menlo Oaks 3 Bedroom Apartments | $7,571 | $4,075 | $10,000+ |
| Menlo Oaks 4 Bedroom Apartments | $13,850 | $10,000 | $10,000+ |
Browse Apartments in this Neighborhood
There are currently 42 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Menlo Oaks Neighborhood of Menlo Park, CA.
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Cheapest Available Menlo Oaks Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Menlo Oaks area of San Jose, CA is a Studio unit found at Woodland Park priced from $1,675. Verandas Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $2,425. Here are the most affordable Menlo Oaks apartments for rent in San Jose, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Woodland Park | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,675 |
| Verandas Apartments | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $2,425 |
| The Pines Apartments | Updated 1 Bedroom with Bamboo | 1BR,1BA | $2,795 |
| Stanford Garden Apartments | Wonderful 1 Bedroom Close to Everything! | 1BR,1BA | $2,895 |
| Hawthorne Apartments | 2BR/1BA | 2BR,1BA | $2,975 |
| 347-367 Everett Ave | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $2,995 |
| Southwood Apartments | TBD | 1BR,1BA | $3,000 |
| Lume | S6 | Studio,1BA | $3,113 |
| Woodland Arms | Unit 105 | 2BR,2BA | $3,200 |
| Parker Palo Alto | One Bedroom One Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $3,395 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Menlo Oaks, CA
As of May 27, 2026 the best value apartment in the Menlo Oaks 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 Oaks 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 Oaks apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Woodland Arms | Unit 105 | 2BR,2BA | $2.67 |
| Hawthorne Apartments | 2BR/1BA | 2BR,1BA | $2.70 |
| 1137 Alberni St, Unit 1 | 1137 Alberni St | 3BR,1BA | $4.09 |
| Woodland Park | 2x2 | 2BR,2BA | $3.05 |
| Anton Menlo | Residence 2 | 1BR,1BA | $5.03 |
| Southwood Apartments | TBD | 1BR,1BA | $4.00 |
| Parker Palo Alto | One Bedroom One Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $4.66 |
| Stanford Garden Apartments | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $4.56 |
| 347-367 Everett Ave | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $4.83 |
| Verandas Apartments | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $4.04 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Menlo Oaks Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Menlo Oaks?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Menlo Oaks is at Woodland Park listed at $1,675.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Menlo Oaks Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Menlo Oaks Apartment is $1,925 at Woodland Park.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Menlo Oaks Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Menlo Oaks is starting from $2,850 at Woodland Park.
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