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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 Zen Diamond Apartments in the Outer SW Riverside County Temecula neighborhood priced from $1,145. Park Columbia in the Outer SW Riverside County Temecula neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,196. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Mountain Center apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Zen Diamond Apartments1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom1BR,1BA$1,145
Park ColumbiaStudioStudio,1BA$1,196
Oak Terrace Senior1 bed 1 bath1BR,1BA$1,200
La Ventana Apartments1 Bed 1 Bath Upstairs1BR,1BA$1,343
29Hundred ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$1,363

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

As of July 13, 2025 the best value apartment in the Mountain Center area is the $1.92 price per square foot 3 Bed 2.5 Bath + Loft Model at Maple at Starling Place in the in the Summerfield Ranch neighborhood starting from $3,019. The second greatest value Mountain Center apartment is the 3bdd/2ba Model at SINGLE STORY HOMES INSIDE GATED COMMUNITY starting at $2,750 with a $2.12 price per square foot in the Summerfield Ranch 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 Place3 Bed 2.5 Bath + Loft3BR,2.5BA$1.92
SINGLE STORY HOMES INSIDE GATED COMMUNITY3bdd/2ba3BR,2BA$2.12
Shadow Canyon2 Bedroom 2 Bathroom2BR,2BA$1.89
Kirby Gardens Apartments2 Beds, 2 baths2BR,2BA$2.05
Green Tree Park Apt2 bedroom 1 bath cottage2BR,1BA$1.76
Casa Del Cielo ApartmentsUnit #162BR,2BA$2.13
Vista Gardens ApartmentsPlan C2BR,2BA$2.19
Mayberry Colony Apartments1 Bed, 1 bath1BR,1BA$1.80
Sage Courtyard1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$2.17
The Junipero Palm SpringsApt #31BR,1BA$2.04

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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 $1,145 to $3,404. There are also 49 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 $9,837.

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 $1,799 to $25,000. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $2,650 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $3,404.

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Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

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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Roommate Matching: Finding the Right Fit and Avoiding Pitfalls

Written by: Cheryl Bowman

A fantastic way to save money and enjoy a built-in community is to share an apartment. However, a bad roommate situation can turn your dream rental into a nightmare.

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The Art of the Rental Viewing: What to look for during a property tour

Written by: Marie Brown

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Know Your Budget: Calculating What You Can Realistically Afford When Renting

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