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Menlo HOUSING GUIDE

Menlo: Cars & Transportation

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Lori Hill
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Lori Hill

Broker Associate, Compass
Menlo-area real estate guidance

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The short answer

Generally no. First-year students may not have cars on campus unless Menlo grants an exception.

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Can first-year students bring a car?

The 2026–27 handbook explicitly prohibits first-year students from having cars on campus without an approved exception. Eligible resident vehicles must be registered with the College.

MyMenlo — Housing Handbook ↗ · Menlo College — Housing & Dining ↗ · Checked 2026-09-02

Is there late-night transportation or an escort service?

The Housing & Dining page tells students to call or text Campus Security if they want someone to walk across campus with them in the late evening. Security operates 24/7.

Menlo College — Housing & Dining ↗ · Menlo College — Security & Safety ↗ · Checked 2026-09-02

Sources & editorial context

University housing information is organized from the linked sources, with its original review date shown. Rates, deadlines and availability can change; use the applicable academic year and check the source before committing. CollegeHousing.ai is independent of Menlo College.

Get help with your next decision

Lori Hill, Broker Associate at Compass, is the local real estate contact.