Cheap Homes for Rent in Central Menlo Park Neighborhood of Menlo Park, CA from $3,200 (2 Rentals)

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307 Stanford Ave

Menlo ParkCA94025

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Best Value Apartments for Rent in Central Menlo Park, CA

As of April 26, 2025 the best value apartment in the Central 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 Central Menlo Park apartment is the 3 bedroom ; 2 bath Model at Briarwood Manor starting at $3,800 with a $2.45 price per square foot in the Pine Forest neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Central Menlo Park apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
885 WoodsideB92BR,2BA$3.18
Briarwood Manor3 bedroom ; 2 bath3BR,2BA$2.45
Menlo Pointe Apartments1 Beds, 1 Baths1BR,1BA$3.45
230 - Atherton Park Forest2 Bed 2 Bath Remodel2BR,2BA$3.78
Garden Oaks Apartments1 bedroom1BR,1BA$3.37
Verandas Apartments1x11BR,1BA$3.99
Middlefield Junction1 BD1BR,1BA$3.11
Partridge0BR/1.0BAStudio ,1BA$4.89

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Frequently Asked Questions about Central Menlo Park

What type of rentals are currently available in Central Menlo Park?

There are currently 180 Apartments for Rent in Central Menlo Park, CA with pricing that ranges from $1,189 to $6,800. There are also 7 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Central Menlo Park ranging from $3,295 to $8,500.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Central Menlo Park?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Central Menlo Park ranges from $3,295 to $8,500 with an average monthly rent of $5,574.

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