Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Gemello Neighborhood of Mountain View, CA from $1,100 (26 Rentals)

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Mariposa Apartments
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

Mariposa Apartments

260 Mariposa AveMountain View, CA 94041
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Paulson Park
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Paulson Park

111 Montebello AveMountain View, CA 94043
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King Apartments
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

King Apartments

2000 California StMountain View, CA 94040

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The Capri Apartments
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

The Capri Apartments

2030 California StMountain View, CA 94040
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Atrium Court
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Atrium Court

1990 Latham StMountain View, CA 94040
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Mountain View Place
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Mountain View Place

2275 Latham StMountain View, CA 94040
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1638 Latham St
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

1638 Latham St

1638 Latham StMountain View, CA 94041
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Ednamary Apartments
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Ednamary Apartments

1765-1785 Ednamary WayMountain View, CA 94040
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2020 California St
1 Bedroom Apartments

2020 California St

2020 California StMountain View, CA 94040
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Ednamary Apartments
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Ednamary Apartments

1855-1885 Ednamary WayMountain View, CA 94040

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The Avalon
2 Bedroom Apartments

The Avalon

1911 California StMountain View, CA 94040

Gemello, Mountain View, CA Local Guide

Cheapest Available Gemello Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Gemello area of San Jose, CA is a Studio unit found at All Single Story Apartment Community priced from $2,095. The Laurel at Mountain View (55+) has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $2,400. Here are the most affordable Gemello apartments for rent in San Jose, CA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
All Single Story Apartment CommunityMonte Sierra Apartments - Single-Story Studio A...Studio,1BA$2,095
The Laurel at Mountain View (55+)StudioStudio,1BA$2,400
Aviana Apartments1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom1BR,1BA$2,695
El Portal ApartmentsOne Bedroom One Bath1BR,1BA$2,800
California St Apartments1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$2,899
Surrey HouseUnit 302BR,1BA$2,995
MadronePlan STCStudio,1BA$3,041
Birch CreekPlan A21BR,1BA$3,061
Los Altos CourtOne Bedroom One Bath1BR,1BA$3,195

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Gemello, CA

As of January 28, 2026 the best value apartment in the Gemello area is the $4.66 price per square foot Plan 2J Model at The Tillery in the in the Old Los Altos neighborhood starting from $5,476. The second greatest value Gemello apartment is the Plan B1 Model at Maplewood Apartments starting at $3,700 with a $3.91 price per square foot in the Old Los Altos neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Gemello apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
The TilleryPlan 2J2BR,2BA$4.66
Maplewood ApartmentsPlan B12BR,2BA$3.91
El Portal ApartmentsOne Bedroom One Bath1BR,1BA$3.50
Birch CreekPlan A21BR,1BA$3.83
Avalon Mountain ViewA11BR,1BA$4.67
Regency at Mountain ViewPlan 1A1BR,1BA$4.63
Los Altos CourtOne Bedroom One Bath1BR,1BA$4.56
Aviana Apartments1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom1BR,1BA$3.93
2070 Latham St, Unit 092070 Latham St1BR,1BA$4.18
Latham Court ApartmentsOne bedroom1BR,1BA$4.21

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Gemello, Mountain View, CA

Ranked #9

Among cities in California for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.

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Lifestyle Ratings

Our team is proud to bring you our detailed rental search system called 'Lifestyle ratings', composed of rentals in cities across the United States including Gemello, Mountain View, and the greater San Jose area. LifeStyle Ratings are a useful tool for comparing and sorting apartments and neighborhoods when choosing your rental home. This takes in many factors including filtering automatically for proximity to parks, luxury housing options, apartment communities for the kids, raising pets, transit options, and more. Find Lifestyle Search in the filter options (above). Happy Searching!

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Gemello Apartments

What is a cheap apartment in Gemello?

A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Gemello is under $3,195.

What is the price of a cheap apartment in Gemello?

The cheapest apartment in Gemello is The Laurel at Mountain View (55+) which is listed at $2,450, while the average apartment in Gemello costs $6,998.

What types of apartments are the cheapest in Gemello?

Student, low-income, and by-the-bed apartments are typically the cheapest rentals in most cities, though they require qualifying criteria to rent. There are 1 regular apartments in Gemello that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.

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.

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A Local Expert's Guide to the Top 10 Best Affordable Neighborhoods for Renters in San Jose

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If you’ve spent much time in San Jose, you’ve likely heard it referred to as “the capital of Silicon Valley” a time or two, and with good reason. San Jose has it all when it comes to the modern California lifestyle and then some.

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18 Must-Ask Rental Tour Questions That Reveal the Truth about a Property

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A Renters Guide for Tips on Writing Your Notice for Not Renewing Your Apartment

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Renting with Roommates: Realistic Expectations for Shared Lease

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Given the high costs for housing, I have found that many people are looking for a roommate to share expenses. These arrangements can increase opportunities for more desirable and larger spaces.