
Cheap Homes for Rent in Downtown Mountain View Neighborhood of Mountain View, CA from $1,000 (3 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Homes available for rent right now in the Downtown Mountain View area of Mountain View.

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Downtown Mountain View, Mountain View, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent a home in Downtown Mountain View?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Downtown Mountain View 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $5,360 | $3,950 | $6,770 |
| Downtown Mountain View 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $5,930 | $5,400 | $6,400 |
| Downtown Mountain View 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $9,900 | $9,900 | $9,900 |
Browse Homes for Rent in this Neighborhood
There are currently 3 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Downtown Mountain View Neighborhood of Mountain View, CA.
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Best Value Apartments for Rent in Downtown Mountain View, CA
As of June 23, 2026 the best value apartment in the Downtown Mountain View area is the $5.56 price per square foot Plan 2B Model at Madera in the in the Bedford Square neighborhood starting from $6,089. The second greatest value Downtown Mountain View apartment is the North 2BR Model at Park Place starting at $5,604 with a $6.03 price per square foot in the Old Los Altos neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Downtown Mountain View apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Madera | Plan 2B | 2BR,2BA | $5.56 |
| Park Place | North 2BR | 2BR,2BA | $6.03 |
| Americana Apartments | 1D | 1BR,1BA | $4.85 |
| The Tillery | Plan 1D | 1BR,1BA | $6.49 |
| Brookside | Birch | 1BR,1BA | $5.75 |
| eaves Creekside | A3 | 1BR,1BA | $4.89 |
| 360 Chiquita Renovated 1 Bedroom | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $3.84 |
| eaves Mountain View at Middlefield | 648 | 1BR,1BA | $5.46 |
| Shoreline Village | One Bedroom 1-B | 1BR,1BA | $4.05 |
| Calderon Apartments | 192 | Studio ,1BA | $5.24 |
Frequently Asked Questions about Downtown Mountain View
What type of rentals are currently available in Downtown Mountain View?
There are currently 323 Apartments for Rent in Downtown Mountain View, CA with pricing that ranges from $1,708 to $7,923. There are also 23 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Downtown Mountain View ranging from $1,000 to $9,900.
What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Downtown Mountain View?
Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Downtown Mountain View ranges from $1,000 to $9,900 with an average monthly rent of $6,001.
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.
Articles, How-To's, and Tips

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.

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.

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.

Creative Ways Developers Reimagine Retail Spaces as Residential Units
Written by: Robin Stewart
Adaptive reuse is when a commercial property is converted and repurposed. The real estate industry has embraced a growing number of these projects.