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Mountain Center, CA Local Guide

Cheapest Available Mountain Center Apartments for Rent and Nearby

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Mountain Center, CA is a 1 Bed unit found at Oak Terrace Senior in the Lynden Trails neighborhood priced from $1,125. Amberwood Villas in the Autumn Ridge neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,215. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Mountain Center apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Oak Terrace Senior1 bed 1 bath1BR,1BA$1,125
Amberwood VillasJr One BedroomStudio,1BA$1,215
Park Columbia1 bedroom 1 bathroom1BR,1BA$1,305

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Mountain Center, CA and Nearby

As of July 03, 2026 the best value apartment in the Mountain Center area is the $1.41 price per square foot 2 Bedroom 2.5 Bath Model at The Towers in the in the Old Las Palmas neighborhood starting from $2,395. The second greatest value Mountain Center apartment is the Golf Course; Laundry in unit Model at Canyon Villas Place starting at $2,695 with a $1.68 price per square foot in the Deepwell Estates neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Mountain Center apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
The Towers2 Bedroom 2.5 Bath2BR,2.5BA$1.41
Canyon Villas PlaceGolf Course; Laundry in unit2BR,2BA$1.68
Maple at Starling Place3 Bed 2.5 Bath + Loft3BR,2.5BA$1.93
Lighthouse Townhomes3bd/2.5ba - Premium3BR,2.5BA$2.00
The Junipero Palm SpringsFurnished 3 bedroom3BR,2BA$2.00
Park ApartmentsThe Desert Rose2BR,2BA$1.94
Quail Ridge Apartments212BR,1BA$1.98
Park Place TownhomesOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.99
Mayberry Colony Apartmentsupstairs2BR,1BA$2.03
The Courtyard Apartments1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$1.99

Don't Settle: How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

Discover the insider tips from an attorney and real estate agent on how to negotiate your next apartment lease. Find out what's on the table and what's not, so you can save money and get the best terms possible.

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Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary | ApartmentHomeLiving.com Renter University

From the letter A all the way to the letter Z, the Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary from the content team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provides our visitors and shoppers with a little clarity and helpful guidance in navigating the real estate world through definitions and explainers for the top subjects and terms that someone may come across during the leasing, buying, or selling process.

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Frequently Asked Questions about Mountain Center

What type of rentals are currently available in Mountain Center?

There are currently 62 Apartments for Rent in Mountain Center, CA with pricing that ranges from $1,125 to $2,725. There are also 44 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Mountain Center ranging from $1,100 to $28,000.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Mountain Center?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Mountain Center ranges from $1,100 to $28,000 with an average monthly rent of $9,999.

Expert Rental Resources

The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

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Renters Insurance 101: What It Is, What It Covers, and Why You Need It

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Insurance seems to be a part of life. In some states, having insurance is the law, as is the case for automobile insurance. Renters are no exception.

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Apartment Occupancy Rates: Renter Attraction vs Renter Retention

Written by: Robin Stewart

There’s a tenet in marketing about client or customer attraction and retention. Studies and data have consistently shown it costs less to keep a current customer than to attract a new one.

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How I Find the Perfect Rental for My Clients: A Real Estate Pro's Guide

Written by: Robin Stewart

Evaluating rental properties for clients draws many parallels to house-hunting. Whether an apartment, loft, townhouse, or other rental, finding the right place means finding “home” for your client.

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Pet-Friendly Renting: Everything You Need to Know Before You Move

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

For so many of us, pets are the best companions and a big part of our lives. For this reason, a pet-friendly house or apartment is often a very important - and nonnegotiable - part of a move.