Cheap Apartments for Rent in Menlo Park, CA from $1,100 (21 Rentals)

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670 Live Oak Ave
Studio Apartments

670 Live Oak Ave

670 Live Oak AveMenlo Park, CA 94025
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The Atherton Oaks
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

The Atherton Oaks

425 Encinal 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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Middlefield Junction
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Middlefield Junction

2700 Middlefield RdRedwood City, CA 94063
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529 Hampshire Ave
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

529 Hampshire Ave

529 Hampshire AveRedwood City, CA 94063
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926 Woodside
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

926 Woodside

926-928 Woodside RdRedwood City, CA 94061
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Hawthorne Apartments
1 Bedroom Apartments

Hawthorne Apartments

275 Hawthorne AvePalo Alto, CA 94301
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180FLATS
1 Bedroom Apartments

180FLATS

180 Buckingham AveRedwood City, CA 94063
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542 Forest Ave
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

542 Forest Ave

542 Forest AvePalo Alto, CA 94301

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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Menlo Park, CA

Pricing Updated: 05/18/2025

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
Sharon Height$5,632$1,4007
Lindenwood$6,303$1,650198

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. Stanford Garden Apartments in the Duveneck neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,995. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Menlo Park apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Woodland ParkStudioStudio,1BA$1,650
Stanford Garden ApartmentsLarge Studio Close to Everything - Private PatioStudio,1BA$1,995
Partridge0BR/1.0BAStudio,1BA$2,100
Avenue Two ApartmentsSStudio,1BA$2,225
Verandas Apartments1x11BR,1BA$2,395

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Menlo Park, CA

As of May 18, 2025 the best value apartment in the Menlo Park area is the $3.18 price per square foot B9 Model at 885 Woodside in the in the West Atherton neighborhood starting from $6,199. The second greatest value Menlo Park apartment is the 2-2 Apartment Model at Woodland Park starting at $2,800 with a $2.79 price per square foot in the Lindenwood 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.
885 WoodsideB92BR,2BA$3.18
Woodland Park2-2 Apartment2BR,2BA$2.79
Briarwood Manor2 bedroom ; 1 bath2BR,1BA$3.00
ROEN Menlo ParkPlan 2A2BR,2BA$4.12
Menlo Pointe Apartments1 Beds, 1 Baths1BR,1BA$3.45
Midtown Apartments2-Bedrooms, 1-Bathroom2BR,1BA$3.71
Midtown ApartmentsOne Bedroom One Bathroom1BR,1BA$4.38
Mosaic Apartments1 Bedroom w/Wood floors and Balcony1BR,1BA$3.68
Verandas Apartments1x11BR,1BA$3.99
Stanford Garden ApartmentsLarge Studio Close to Everything - Private PatioStudio ,1BA$3.99

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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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Getting Around Menlo Park, CA

Walk Score®

72 / 100

Very Walkable

Most errands can be accomplished on foot

Bike Score®

84 / 100

Very Bikeable

Biking is convenient for most trips

Transit Score®

37 / 100

Some Transit

A few nearby public transportation options

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 $1,650.

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

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Menlo Park Apartment is $2,010 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 $1,925 at Woodland Park.

What is the most affordable Menlo Park Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Menlo Park Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Parker Palo Alto and starts from $4,950.

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