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Highlights

  • Dishwasher
  • Hardwood floors
  • Washer and dryer
  • Attached garage
  • Separate dining room
  • Peaceful setting

Location

1044 Marcussen Dr, Menlo Park, CA 94025, USA
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Management

SC Property Management Inc

Leasing office

(650) 342-3030

Property Overview

1044-1048 Marcussen Drive receives a commendable overall Zumper expert rating of 8.6 out of 10, showcasing its competitive pricing and high-quality amenities, including a dishwasher, hardwood floors, and an attached garage. With a strong location rating of 9 out of 10, residents enjoy convenient access to schools and essential services. Additionally, it features a peaceful setting and an impressive level of transparency regarding the property's details, fostering trust among potential renters.

This summary uses Zumper’s proprietary data. “Zumper Expert Ratings” and “Things you’ll love” are based on our internal analyses of market trends and renter insights.

Zumper Expert Rating

8.6
Very Good
With a solid 8.6 out of 10 overall, 1044-1048 Marcussen Drive is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, 1044-1048 Marcussen Drive has a number of attractive features—namely its Price— so you can be assured your rent will come with a high standard of living.

Things you’ll love

  • High school nearby

Floor plans

4BR/1.5BA4 bed1.5 bath$5,500 /mo1 unit availableLocated on quiet tree lined street. Close distance to downtown Santa Cruz Ave w/ shops, restaurants and more... Back unit w/ 2 dedicated parking spots. No garage as its been converted to a bonus room w/ laundry Washer/Dryer included Hardwood Floors in living and dining room Downstairs features living room, dining room and kitchen. Kitchen updated w/ new quartz counters Bonus room w/ laundry and ample closet/storage space is off kitchen Upstairs features 3 rooms that could easily be 4. Upstairs bathroom updated w/ new flooring and vanity Large Bedroom w/ partition in the middle that could be used as office or closed off for bedroom as there are closets in each. One bathroom upstairs and 1/4 bath downstairs in bonus room. Private backyard w/ concrete patio This home is very deceiving on the outside as it has a lot of rooms and space. Please contact 650.398.0290 to schedule a showing.

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Amenities for 1044-1048 Marcussen Drive

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DishwasherIn-Unit Laundry
RangeRefrigerator
StoveWasher and Dryer
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About 1044-1048 Marcussen Drive

HomeApartments in Menlo Park 1044-1048 Marcussen Drive

Located on quiet tree lined street. Close distance to downtown Santa Cruz Ave w/ shops, restaurants and more... Back unit w/ 2 dedicated parking spots. No garage as its been converted to a bonus room w/ laundry Washer/Dryer included Hardwood Floors in living and dining room Downstairs features living room, dining room and kitchen. Kitchen updated w/ new quartz counters Bonus room w/ laundry and ample closet/storage space is off kitchen Upstairs features 3 rooms that could easily be 4. Upstairs bathroom updated w/ new flooring and vanity Large Bedroom w/ partition in the middle that could be used as office or closed off for bedroom as there are closets in each. One bathroom upstairs and 1/4 bath downstairs in bonus room. Private backyard w/ concrete patio This home is very deceiving on the outside as it has a lot of rooms and space. Please contact 650.398.0290 to schedule a showing.


Zumper Expert Rating

Our expert rating is based on a weighted average score of property attributes that renters care about most: price, amenities, location, quality, and trust.
8.6
/10
Very Good
With a solid 8.6 out of 10 overall, 1044-1048 Marcussen Drive is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, 1044-1048 Marcussen Drive has a number of attractive features—namely its Price— so you can be assured your rent will come with a high standard of living.
How we rated 1044-1048 Marcussen Drive
Price·10A score that weighs the cost and location of the property, which we calculate by comparing rent prices of recent units to the median price of nearby rentals, adjusting for overall quality and features.
1044-1048 Marcussen Drive offers an excellent balance between price and value. It's priced competitively for its amenities, location, and other key features. Compared to the median price per bedroom in the area, this property is less than, or about the same as, nearby rentals, so residents can expect great value without too many compromises on their desired standard of living.
Amenities·9A score based on the amenities offered at this property compared to other rentals in the area. We consider the quantity, quality, and popularity of features both on site and within the units.
1044-1048 Marcussen Drive goes above and beyond to provide sought-after conveniences and desirable perks, including dishwasher. Renters looking for popular or luxurious features will find them here—and for that reason, 1044-1048 Marcussen Drive receives one of the highest amenities scores.
Location·9A score based on proximity and ease of access to shops, restaurants, schools, and public transportation while considering the desirability of the area.
1044-1048 Marcussen Drive is exceptional when it comes to location and conveniences. Communication with management or leasing staff is usually quick and easy and they often use advanced scheduling and communication tools to streamline the process. The location of this property offers easy access to popular points of interest in the area and options for getting around.
Quality·6A score based on what makes the property stand out, such as luxury features, unique offerings, age of the building, and our ability to verify the accuracy of these details.
While 1044-1048 Marcussen Drive does not have many hallmark characteristics to highlight, it has some qualities and features that will resonate with a broad range of renters.
Trustworthiness·8A score based on the accuracy, completeness, recency, and usefulness of the information provided by this property, so you can trust that what you see is what you get.
The level of transparency this property provides distinguishes it as a great rental. With a high attention to detail and desirable features, renters can be sure they will get an accurate picture of their potential new home.

Property highlights

We compared every listing in the surrounding area to determine which amenities are most common. If a building lacks an amenity that most others in the area have, it is a con. If a building has an amenity most others in the area do not, it is a pro. Similarly, price, schools, and size are calculated relative to the size, price, and distance to schools of the other properties nearby.

How 1044-1048 Marcussen Drive compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

High school nearby
There is a high school 0.2 mile away

Considerations

Greater distance from middle schools
The nearest middle school is farther than 2 miles away

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Rent trends in Menlo Park

4-bedroom apartments at 1044-1048 Marcussen Drive cost about the same as the average rent price for 4-bedroom apartments in Menlo Park.

Median rents as of Feb 21 2026.
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A table of studio rental data trends in Menlo Park
MonthMedian Rent
March 2024$2,000
April 2024$1,962
May 2024$1,913
June 2024$2,545
July 2024$2,809
August 2024$2,782
September 2024$2,896
October 2024$2,662
November 2024$2,508
December 2024$2,593
January 2025$2,174
February 2025$1,991
March 2025$2,420
April 2025$1,997
May 2025$2,057
June 2025$2,137
July 2025$2,245
August 2025$3,717
September 2025$2,642
October 2025$2,607
November 2025$2,919
December 2025$3,047
January 2026$3,166
February 2026$3,074

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Bedrooms

4+ bedrooms

Rent-to-income ratio

30%

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Recommended income

$220,000/yr

With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $220,000 annually to afford this 4-bedrooms monthly rent price of $5,500.
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Schools near 1044-1048 Marcussen Drive

Encinal Elementary School

195 encinal ave

atherton, CA, 94027

K-5Public
A

Champions at Las Lomitas

299 alameda de las pulgas

atherton, CA, 94027

PKPublic

Barron Park Children's Center

800 barron ave

palo alto, CA, 94306

PKPublic

Woodside Elementary School

3195 woodside rd

woodside, CA, 94062

K-8Public
A+

Arroyo

1710 arroyo ave

san carlos, CA, 94070

4-5Public
A
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Neighborhood

NEIGHBORHOOD VIBE
Peaceful and quiet
Noise-canceling headphones not required in this mostly noise free area.

Getting around Menlo Park near 1044 Marcussen Dr

Walking

6/10
Grab your reusable bags–many shops and stores are within walking distance.

Driving

8/10
This area is close to freeways and has adequate parking options.

Cycling

8/10
Helmets on–you can get anywhere in this cyclist-friendly, well-connected area.

Transit

5/10
Frequent public transit options are within walking distance.

Points of interest for 1044 Marcussen Dr, Menlo Park

Groceries

7/10
At least one supermarket within a 15-minute walk

Shopping

7/10
Several shops within a few minutes’ walk

Cafes

5/10
Some cafés within a few minutes’ walk

Restaurants

6/10
Variety of restaurants within a few minutes' walk

Primary schools

9/10
At least one elementary school within a 10-minute walk

High schools

9/10
At least one high school within a 10-minute walk

Parks

6/10
Moderate amount of park space nearby

Nightlife

3/10
Some bars within walking distance

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