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56250 Las Rocas

Mountain CenterCA92561

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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 Studio unit found at River Rock in the Rancho Diamante neighborhood priced from $1,095. Zen Diamond Apartments in the Outer SW Riverside County Temecula neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,145. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Mountain Center apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
River Rock0 Bedroom 1 BathStudio,1BA$1,095
Zen Diamond Apartments1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom1BR,1BA$1,145
Park ColumbiaStudioStudio,1BA$1,168

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

As of May 28, 2025 the best value apartment in the Mountain Center area is the $1.64 price per square foot 4 Bed 3 Bath + Loft Model at Maple at Starling Place in the in the Summerfield Ranch neighborhood starting from $3,399. The second greatest value Mountain Center apartment is the 2 Bedroom Townhome - Short Waiting list Model at Lighthouse Townhomes with Attached Garage starting at $2,450 with a $1.75 price per square foot in the Outer SW Riverside County Temecula 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.
Maple at Starling Place4 Bed 3 Bath + Loft4BR,3BA$1.64
Lighthouse Townhomes with Attached Garage2 Bedroom Townhome - Short Waiting list2BR,2.5BA$1.75
Quail Ridge Apartments2x12BR,1BA$2.22
Shadow Canyon2 Bedroom 2 Bathroom2BR,2BA$2.02
Kirby Gardens Apartments2 Beds, 2 baths2BR,2BA$2.05
29Hundred Apartments2 Bed 1 Bath2BR,1BA$2.10
Green Tree Park Apt2 bedroom 1 bath cottage2BR,1BA$1.76
Casa Del Cielo ApartmentsUnit #162BR,2BA$2.13
201 - 205 W Devonshire AveWest1BR,1BA$2.00
Sage Courtyard1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$2.27

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Frequently Asked Questions about Mountain Center

What type of rentals are currently available in Mountain Center?

There are currently 52 Apartments for Rent in Mountain Center, CA with pricing that ranges from $1,095 to $3,404. There are also 43 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Mountain Center ranging from $1,400 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 $1,400 to $28,000 with an average monthly rent of $8,429.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Mountain Center?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Mountain Center range from $2,100 to $3,069, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,499 to $25,000. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $2,600 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $3,399.

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Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

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