
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Central Mountain View Neighborhood of Mountain View, CA from $1,100 (28 Rentals)
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Luna Vista

Calderon Apartments

Park Square Apartments

Hidden Garden Apartments

335-341 Easy St

Park Plaza Apartments
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360 Chiquita Ave

The Avalon
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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 | $3,001 | $1,708 | $4,088 |
| Central Mountain View 1 Bedroom Apartments | $4,176 | $1,185 | $8,690 |
| Central Mountain View 2 Bedroom Apartments | $5,461 | $2,795 | $8,985 |
| Central Mountain View 3 Bedroom Apartments | $6,725 | $5,105 | $7,873 |
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There are currently 28 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 $2,095. eaves Creekside has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $2,220. 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 | $2,095 |
| eaves Creekside | S1_150-A | Studio,1BA | $2,220 |
| 335-341 Easy St | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2,300 |
| Shoreline Village | One Bedroom 1-B | 1BR,1BA | $2,395 |
| eaves Mountain View at Middlefield | 405 | Studio,1BA | $2,460 |
| Maplewood Apartments | Plan S1 | Studio,1BA | $2,630 |
| Americana Apartments | 1D | 1BR,1BA | $3,005 |
| Regency at Mountain View | Plan 1A | 1BR,1BA | $3,019 |
| Verona Gardens | C.B. | 2BR,1BA | $3,100 |
| Park Place | North Studio A | Studio,1BA | $3,283 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Central Mountain View, CA
As of March 31, 2026 the best value apartment in the Central Mountain View area is the $5.33 price per square foot Plan 2E Model at The Tillery in the in the Old Los Altos neighborhood starting from $5,887. The second greatest value Central Mountain View apartment is the C.B. Model at Verona Gardens starting at $3,100 with a $3.33 price per square foot in the North San Jose 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Tillery | Plan 2E | 2BR,2BA | $5.33 |
| Verona Gardens | C.B. | 2BR,1BA | $3.33 |
| Regency at Mountain View | Plan 1A | 1BR,1BA | $4.31 |
| Brookside | Birch | 1BR,1BA | $5.18 |
| Catalyst Mountain View | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath A | 1BR,1BA | $5.34 |
| Americana Apartments | 1A | 1BR,1BA | $5.20 |
| Shoreline Village | One Bedroom 1-A | 1BR,1BA | $4.16 |
| 335-341 Easy St | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $4.29 |
| Maplewood Apartments | Plan S1 | Studio ,1BA | $5.10 |
| Calderon Apartments | 192 | Studio ,1BA | $5.24 |
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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 $2,095.
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 $2,300 at 335-341 Easy St.
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 $2,795 at Shoreline Village.
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