
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Downtown Menlo Park Neighborhood of Menlo Park, CA from $1,600 (5 Rentals)
Cheap Apartments in the Downtown Menlo Park area of Menlo Park.


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Downtown Menlo Park, Menlo Park, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Downtown Menlo Park?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Downtown Menlo Park Studio Apartments | $2,794 | $1,650 | $3,690 |
Downtown Menlo Park 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,637 | $2,300 | $6,800 |
Downtown Menlo Park 2 Bedroom Apartments | $4,875 | $2,750 | $9,525 |
Downtown Menlo Park 3 Bedroom Apartments | $6,957 | $6,160 | $10,000+ |
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Cheapest Available Downtown Menlo Park Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Downtown Menlo Park area of San Jose, CA is a Studio unit found at Woodland Park priced from $1,650. Partridge has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $2,100. Here are the most affordable Downtown Menlo Park apartments for rent in San Jose, CA:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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Woodland Park | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,650 |
Partridge | 0BR/1.0BA | Studio,1BA | $2,100 |
Lume | S6 | Studio,1BA | $2,985 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Downtown Menlo Park, CA
As of May 09, 2025 the best value apartment in the Downtown Menlo Park area is the $4.55 price per square foot 658 - 3-3 B Model at Six50Live, Menlo Park in the in the Pine Forest neighborhood starting from $8,995. The second greatest value Downtown Menlo Park apartment is the Plan C Model at Franklin Street Apartment Homes starting at $4,480 with a $3.92 price per square foot in the Roosevelt neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Downtown Menlo Park apartments based on price per square foot:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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Six50Live, Menlo Park | 658 - 3-3 B | 3BR,3BA | $4.55 |
Franklin Street Apartment Homes | Plan C | 2BR,2BA | $3.92 |
Briarwood Manor | 2 bedroom ; 1 bath | 2BR,1BA | $3.10 |
Menlo Pointe Apartments | 1 Beds, 1 Baths | 1BR,1BA | $3.45 |
Woodland Park | 1-1 Apartment | 1BR,1BA | $2.64 |
Anton Menlo | Residence 12 | 1BR,1BA | $4.83 |
Indigo Apartments | Celeste | 1BR,1BA | $5.41 |
707 Leahy | Conifer | 1BR,1BA | $5.21 |
Lume | A7 | 1BR,1BA | $6.01 |
Partridge | 0BR/1.0BA | Studio ,1BA | $4.67 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleDowntown Menlo Park, Menlo Park, CA
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Among neighborhoods in Menlo Park, CA for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
4.0Pet Friendly
Getting Around the Downtown Menlo Park Neighborhood in Menlo Park, CA
Walk Score®
93 / 100
Walker’s Paradise
Daily errands do not require a car
Bike Score®
94 / 100
Biker's Paradise
Daily errands can be accomplished on a bike
Transit Score®
46 / 100
Some Transit
A few nearby public transportation options
What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?
- Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
- Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
- Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Downtown Menlo Park Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Downtown Menlo Park?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Downtown Menlo Park is at Woodland Park listed at $1,650.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Downtown Menlo Park Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Downtown Menlo Park Apartment is $2,010 at Woodland Park.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Downtown Menlo Park Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Downtown Menlo Park is starting from $1,925 at Woodland Park.
What is the most affordable Downtown Menlo Park Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Downtown Menlo Park Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Lume and starts from $6,160.
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