Anton Menlo
3639 Haven Ave,
Menlo Park, CA 94025
Studio - 3 Beds | $4,089 - $5,602
Rental Market Trends in Menlo Park, CA
Updated September 2026
The average rent in Menlo Park, CA is $3,782/month.
Rent in Menlo Park is 127% higher than the national average rent of $1,664/month, making this one of the more expensive cities statewide.
$3,782/month
Average Rent
681 Sq Ft
Average Size
+9.5%
Change / Year
222
Available Apartments
Menlo Park rent varies by unit size and layout:
- Studio apartments in Menlo Park average $3,218 per month.
- One-bedroom apartments in Menlo Park average $3,782 per month.
- Two-bedroom apartments in Menlo Park average $5,096 per month.
- Three-bedroom apartments in Menlo Park average $7,346 or more per month.
Average Rent by Home Type
Bedrooms
Average Rent
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Bedrooms
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How much has average rent changed in Menlo Park, CA?
In the past year, rent has increased by 9.5%, which averages out to $360 more per month.
Market Trends Over Time
September 2026
2025
2026
Rent Ranges in Menlo Park, CA
September 2026
Above $2,000
Most rental prices fall within this range
Percentage*
Rent Range
1%
Below $700/month
1%
$700 - $1,000/month
10%
$1,001 - $1,500/month
15%
$1,501 - $2,000/month
73%
Above $2,000/month
Rent by Neighborhood
What are the most affordable neighborhoods in Menlo Park?
Based on current rent prices, Lindenwood is the most affordable neighborhood in Menlo Park.
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Average Rent
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What are the most expensive neighborhoods in Menlo Park?
Based on current rent prices, Lindenwood is the most expensive neighborhood in Menlo Park.
Neighborhood
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Which Menlo Park neighborhoods have the most rentals available?
The neighborhood in Menlo Park with the most apartments available is Lindenwood .
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What salary do I need to live comfortably in Menlo Park, CA?
Because the average rent in Menlo Park is $3,782, you’ll want to make about $12,606 per month or $151,272 per year. The general guideline is to pay no more than 30 percent of your monthly income on rent. However, you’ll want to consider additional factors, such as your monthly bills and other expenses. Use our rent affordability calculator to help determine how much to budget for rent.
How does Menlo Park, CA compare to other nearby cities and neighborhoods?
Use the tool below to compare Menlo Park, CA to other nearby cities and neighborhoods. The Apartments.com neighborhood guides provide you with insight into the area’s transportation, things to do, and more.
View the Menlo Park Area GuideStudio
$1,517/month
$1,517/month
One Bedroom
$4,265/month
$4,265/month
Two Bedroom
$5,874/month
$5,874/month
Three Bedroom
$8,951/month
$8,951/month
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average rent in Menlo Park?
The average rent in Menlo Park is $3,782 per month, which is 127.3% higher than the national average of $1,664.
What is the average rent for a house in Menlo Park?
The average rent for a house in Menlo Park, CA is $6,787 per month.
Are rents going up or down in Menlo Park?
Rents in Menlo Park, CA are increasing, with prices up 9.5% year-over-year and $360 more per month.
What rent range is most common in Menlo Park?
In Menlo Park, CA, 73% of apartments fall above $2,000/month, though prices may vary depending on location and other factors.
Methodology
† Our analysis of utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, home prices, and other goods and services is sourced from the Cost of Living Index, a respected benchmark published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER) that provides a thorough overview of living expenses across different regions.
Rent data is provided by CoStar Group’s Market Trend reports. As the industry leader in commercial real estate information, analytics, and news, CoStar conducts extensive research to produce and maintain a comprehensive database of commercial real estate information. We combine this data with public record to provide the most up-to-date rental information available.
Consumer goods, services, and home prices are sourced from the Cost of Living Index published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER). The data on this page is updated quarterly. It was last published in September 2026.
Demographic information comes from Neustar and combines detailed address data with U.S. Census and American Community Survey statistics to produce reliable local estimates.
* Percentages may not total 100 due to rounding.