
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Central Mountain View Neighborhood of Mountain View, CA from $1,185 (31 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in the Central Mountain View area of Mountain View.


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217 Ada Ave

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921-945 High School Way

1638 Latham St

eaves Creekside

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335-341 Easy St
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366-372 Camille Ct

360 Chiquita Renovated 1 Bedroom

The Avalon
Central Mountain View, Mountain View, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Central Mountain View?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Central Mountain View Studio Apartments | $3,007 | $1,873 | $4,288 |
| Central Mountain View 1 Bedroom Apartments | $4,482 | $1,185 | $8,568 |
| Central Mountain View 2 Bedroom Apartments | $5,888 | $3,275 | $10,000+ |
| Central Mountain View 3 Bedroom Apartments | $6,410 | $4,695 | $8,221 |
Browse Apartments in this Neighborhood
There are currently 31 rentals with your search options within a 1 mile radius of the Central Mountain View Neighborhood of Mountain View, CA.
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Cheapest Available Central Mountain View Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Central Mountain View area of San Jose, CA is a Studio unit found at Calderon Apartments priced from $2,195. Shoreline Village has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $2,495. Here are the most affordable Central Mountain View apartments for rent in San Jose, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Calderon Apartments | 192 | Studio,1BA | $2,195 |
| Shoreline Village | One Bedroom 1-B | 1BR,1BA | $2,495 |
| Park Rich Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $2,495 |
| 245 Easy Street | 1BD/1BTH | 1BR,1BA | $3,150 |
| Americana Apartments | 1A | 1BR,1BA | $3,160 |
| Regency at Mountain View | Plan 1A | 1BR,1BA | $3,347 |
| Parkview Apartments | 2/2 | 2BR,2BA | $3,395 |
| Brookside | Birch | 1BR,1BA | $3,699 |
| Catalyst Mountain View | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath A | 1BR,1BA | $3,724 |
| Park Place | North 1BR | 1BR,1BA | $4,181 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Central Mountain View, CA
As of September 09, 2026 the best value apartment in the Central Mountain View area is the $5.77 price per square foot Plan 2B Model at Madera in the in the Bedford Square neighborhood starting from $6,315. The second greatest value Central Mountain View apartment is the Plan 1A2 Model at Hiro starting at $4,788 with a $5.31 price per square foot in the Bedford Square neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Central Mountain View apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Madera | Plan 2B | 2BR,2BA | $5.77 |
| Hiro | Plan 1A2 | 1BR,1BA | $5.31 |
| 245 Easy Street | 1BD/1BTH | 1BR,1BA | $4.34 |
| Regency at Mountain View | Plan 1A | 1BR,1BA | $4.78 |
| Brookside | Birch | 1BR,1BA | $5.45 |
| Catalyst Mountain View | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath A | 1BR,1BA | $5.66 |
| Shoreline Village | One Bedroom 1-B | 1BR,1BA | $4.05 |
| Americana Apartments | 1A | 1BR,1BA | $5.18 |
| Parkview Apartments | 2/2 | 2BR,2BA | $5.71 |
| Calderon Apartments | 192 | Studio ,1BA | $5.49 |
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Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
4.0Pet Friendly
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Central Mountain View Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Central Mountain View?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Central Mountain View is at Calderon Apartments listed at $2,195.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Central Mountain View Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Central Mountain View Apartment is $2,495 at Shoreline Village.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Central Mountain View Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Central Mountain View is starting from $3,395 at Parkview Apartments.
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