
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Mountain View Neighborhood of El Monte, CA from $700 (188 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in the Mountain View area of El Monte.


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Mountain View, El Monte, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Mountain View?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mountain View Studio Apartments | $2,008 | $1,175 | $2,370 |
| Mountain View 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,112 | $1,595 | $2,508 |
| Mountain View 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,754 | $2,000 | $3,184 |
| Mountain View 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,822 | $2,550 | $3,095 |
Browse Apartments in this Neighborhood
There are currently 188 rentals with your search options within a 3 mile radius of the Mountain View Neighborhood of El Monte, CA.
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Cheapest Available Mountain View Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Mountain View area of Los Angeles, CA is a Studio unit found at Palm Villas Apartments priced from $1,175. Flamingo Garden Senior has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,533. Here are the most affordable Mountain View apartments for rent in Los Angeles, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Palm Villas Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,175 |
| Flamingo Garden Senior | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,533 |
| Fashion Lane | 1 bed 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,810 |
| Atrium | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,900 |
| Parkview Terrace Apartments | 2 Bed 1 Bath - 3629 Penn Mar Ave | 2BR,1BA | $2,100 |
| Aston at Gateway | A | Studio,1BA | $2,170 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Mountain View, CA
As of December 10, 2025 the best value apartment in the Mountain View area is the $2.58 price per square foot 2 Bed 1 Bath - 3629 Penn Mar Ave Model at Parkview Terrace Apartments in the in the Southeast Los Angeles neighborhood starting from $2,100. The second greatest value Mountain View apartment is the 3230 Cogswell Rd Model at 3230 Cogswell Rd, Unit #C starting at $2,250 with a $2.81 price per square foot in the Southeast Los Angeles neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Mountain View apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Parkview Terrace Apartments | 2 Bed 1 Bath - 3629 Penn Mar Ave | 2BR,1BA | $2.58 |
| 3230 Cogswell Rd, Unit #C | 3230 Cogswell Rd | 2BR,1BA | $2.81 |
| Atrium | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.92 |
| Fashion Lane | 1 bed 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $2.78 |
| Flamingo Garden Senior | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2.56 |
| Aston at Gateway | A | Studio ,1BA | $4.35 |
| Palm Villas Apartments | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $4.61 |
Getting Around the Mountain View Neighborhood in El Monte, CA
Walk Score®
69 / 100
Somewhat Walkable
Some errands can be accomplished on foot
Bike Score®
54 / 100
Bikeable
Some bike infrastructure
Transit Score®
29 / 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 Mountain View Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Mountain View?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Mountain View is at Palm Villas Apartments listed at $1,175.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Mountain View Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Mountain View Apartment is $1,533 at Flamingo Garden Senior.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Mountain View Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Mountain View is starting from $2,100 at Parkview Terrace Apartments.
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