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Property Management Companies in Menlo Park, CA

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Typical asking rent $4,277 · +10.7% in a year See the rental market

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5managers listed
2License Confirmed
3.7★average Google rating
$4,277typical rent · +10.7% in a year
45.8%of homes rented
$2,000,001+median home value

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5 property managers in Menlo Park

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Menlo Park rental market

Get the latest rental and real estate data on the Menlo Park market. We update these charts with the latest data on the 22nd of each month.

Rent pulse

Typical asking rent$4,277a month in Menlo Park
1-year change+10.7%county +11.2%
5-year change+31.4%county +27.7%
vs county+$284county typical $3,993

Rents in Menlo Park are $284 above the San Mateo County typical.

Source: Zillow Observed Rent Index (ZORI), typical asking rent, all homes + multifamily, smoothed. Data through September 2026.

12-month momentum

Rent rose in 9 of the last 12 months: +$413 in all since Oct 2025.

Green: rent went up that month. Grey: it went down.

Source: Zillow Observed Rent Index (ZORI), typical asking rent, all homes + multifamily, smoothed. Data through September 2026.

Rent over time

$3,000$3,250$3,500$3,750$4,000$4,250$4,50020222023202420252026
Menlo ParkSan Mateo County

Source: Zillow Observed Rent Index (ZORI), typical asking rent, all homes + multifamily, smoothed. Data through September 2026.

City premium over county

Now
+$284
1 year ago
+$274
5 years ago
+$129

Menlo Park's typical asking rent is $284 (7.1%) above the county. The gap is growing compared with a year ago.

Source: Zillow Observed Rent Index (ZORI), typical asking rent, all homes + multifamily, smoothed. Data through September 2026.

San Mateo County rent ladder

Menlo Park is number 3 of 12 cities in the county by typical asking rent.

  1. Foster City$4,450+12.0%
  2. Redwood City$4,301+9.2%
  3. Menlo Park$4,277+10.7%
  4. San Carlos$4,248+8.3%
  5. South San Francisco$4,141+19.2%
  6. Burlingame$4,119+13.7%
  7. Millbrae$4,081+17.7%
  8. San Mateo$3,968+10.8%
  9. Belmont$3,798+12.5%
  10. Pacifica$3,594+9.3%
  11. San Bruno$3,346+10.1%
  12. Daly City$3,046+11.4%

Cities with at least 13 months of Zillow data. Left out (too few months): East Palo Alto, Half Moon Bay. Linked cities have their own page.

Source: Zillow Observed Rent Index (ZORI), typical asking rent, all homes + multifamily, smoothed, 1-year change. Data through September 2026.

Best months to list

Rents here usually rise most in February, March and May, so those are good months to list your rental.

  1. Jan+0.16%
  2. Feb+0.79%
  3. Mar+1.06%
  4. Apr+0.54%
  5. May+0.69%
  6. Jun+0.64%
  7. Jul+0.63%
  8. Aug+0.62%
  9. Sep+0.10%
  10. Oct−0.41%
  11. Nov−1.12%
  12. Dec−1.00%

Average change from the month before, 10 years of data.

Source: Zillow Observed Rent Index (ZORI), typical asking rent, all homes + multifamily, smoothed. Data through September 2026.

Rental income growth calculator

In 1 year at 10.69% (last year's local growth)–
In 5 years at 5.61% a year (5-year local average)–

Past growth, not a forecast. Rents can go down as well as up. Your own rent depends on the home, its condition and the lease.

Source: Zillow Observed Rent Index (ZORI), typical asking rent, all homes + multifamily, smoothed. Data through September 2026.

Rent in nearby cities

CityTypical rent1 yearManagers
Menlo Park$4,277+10.7%5
Redwood City$4,301+9.2%6
Palo Alto$4,558+10.3%4
Newark$3,670+4.7%1
San Carlos$4,248+8.3%2
Mountain View$4,535+9.7%3
Foster City$4,450+12.0%2

Source: Zillow Observed Rent Index (ZORI), typical asking rent, data through September 2026. Managers listed: our directory, October 2026.

More local facts for owners

Renters and vacancy

45.8%of homes in Menlo Park are rented (5,420 households)
Rental vacancy rate
7.7%
County vacancy rate
8.5%
Median rent paid
$3,239
Median home value
$2,000,001+

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 5-year estimates, 2020-2024.

HUD Fair Market Rents

Studio$2,574
1 bedroom$3,003
2 bedrooms$3,697
3 bedrooms$4,832
4 bedrooms$5,439

Source: U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development, Fair Market Rents for fiscal year 2027, San Francisco, CA HUD Metro FMR Area. Used to set Housing Choice Voucher (Section 8) limits.

California rules owners should know

  • Rent cap (AB 1482). For most rentals, a yearly rent increase can be at most 5% plus local inflation, and never more than 10% in 12 months.
  • Just cause. Once a tenant has lived in the home for 12 months, an owner generally needs a reason listed in the law to end the tenancy. For some no-fault reasons (such as moving in yourself) the tenant gets relocation help, usually one month's rent.
  • Not every home is covered. Common exceptions: homes built in the last 15 years, and single-family homes or condos not owned by a corporation or REIT, but only if the lease includes the required written notice.
  • Local rules. Some California cities have their own, stricter rent and eviction rules. Check the Attorney General's list and the City of Menlo Park before you set or raise rent.

Official sources: California Attorney General: limits on rent increases · California Courts: evictions · Civil Code 1947.12 (rent cap) · Civil Code 1946.2 (just cause)

Plain-language summary, not legal advice. Rules change; check the official sources or ask a lawyer before you act.

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Property management in Menlo Park

Compare the 5 property management companies in Menlo Park, San Mateo County. We matched a current California real estate license for 2 of them. Tick up to 3 to see them side by side, then request free quotes from all of them in one step. Highly rated managers based nearby, in Redwood City and San Mateo, are listed below the local companies.

Zillow's typical asking rent in Menlo Park is $4,277 (September 2026); +10.7% over the past year and +31.4% over five years. About 45.8% of homes in Menlo Park are rented, and the rental vacancy rate is 7.7% (Census, 2020-2024).

Menlo Park property management FAQ

How many property management companies are in Menlo Park?

We list 5 property management companies in Menlo Park, CA. 2 of them have a License Confirmed badge: a clear match to an active California real estate license.

What is the typical rent in Menlo Park?

Zillow's typical asking rent in Menlo Park was $4,277 a month in September 2026, +10.7% on a year earlier.

When is the best time to list a rental in Menlo Park?

Over the 10 years Zillow has tracked, asking rents here have risen most in February, March and May. Listing in those months can help, but every property is different.

Do property managers need a license in California?

Yes. In California, managing rentals for other people generally requires a real estate broker license from the Department of Real Estate (DRE), or working under a licensed broker. You can check any license number on the DRE website.

How much do property managers charge in Menlo Park?

Fees depend on the company, the property and the services you need, and few companies publish them. Ask for a written quote that lists the monthly fee, leasing fee and any other charges. You can request quotes from up to 3 managers at once on this page.

How do you rank the companies?

The default order, Best match, uses each company's Google rating adjusted for how many reviews it has, so a 4.8 rating from 100 reviews ranks above a 5.0 from 2. License Confirmed companies get a small boost. No company can pay for its position.

Is it free to request quotes?

Yes. Requesting quotes is free for property owners and there is no obligation to hire anyone.

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