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464 Ellis St

1095 W El Camino Real

181 Ada Ave

710 Telford Ave
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220 Ventura Ave

280 Easy St

502 Hope Terrace

670 Azara Pl

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861 Burbank Dr
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How much does it cost to rent a home in Mountain View?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mountain View 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $3,906 | $1,000 | $6,500 |
| Mountain View 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $5,495 | $4,200 | $6,595 |
| Mountain View 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $7,186 | $5,970 | $10,000+ |
| Mountain View 5 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $9,995 | $9,995 | $9,995 |
| Mountain View 7 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $7,788 | $7,788 | $7,788 |
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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Mountain View, CA
Pricing Updated: 03/20/2026Current apartment rentals in the Mountain View, CA area range in price from to with an overall median price of . Here is today’s list neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for Mountain View Apartments for rent:
| Neighborhood | Median Price | Min Price | Available Units |
|---|---|---|---|
| Downtown Mountain View | $7,198 | $1,708 | 32 |
Cheapest Available Mountain View Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Mountain View, CA is a Studio unit found at Borregas Court Apartments in the North San Jose neighborhood priced from $1,200. Kentfield Apartments in the Old Los Altos neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,695. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Mountain View apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Borregas Court Apartments | Studio A | Studio,1BA | $1,200 |
| Kentfield Apartments | Upstairs Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,695 |
| Sands Studio Apartments | 0x1 | Studio,1BA | $1,825 |
| Orchard Gardens | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,927 |
| Plaza Studios | Studio, 1 bath | Studio,1BA | $1,950 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Mountain View, CA
As of March 21, 2026 the best value apartment in the Mountain View area is the $2.98 price per square foot 10189 Viceroy Ct Model at 10189 Viceroy Ct, Unit 1 in the in the Monta Vista neighborhood starting from $3,880. The second greatest value Mountain View apartment is the 2-Bedroom, 1-Bathroom 1000 Model at El Mirador Apartments starting at $3,195 with a $3.20 price per square foot in the North San Jose neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Mountain View apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10189 Viceroy Ct, Unit 1 | 10189 Viceroy Ct | 3BR,2BA | $2.98 |
| El Mirador Apartments | 2-Bedroom, 1-Bathroom 1000 | 2BR,1BA | $3.20 |
| Village Square Townhouses | 2 Beds, 1.5 Baths | 2BR,1.5BA | $3.30 |
| Casa Alberta Apartments | Two Bedroom Two Bath | 2BR,2BA | $3.55 |
| Woodview Apartments | Townhouse | 2BR,1.5BA | $3.21 |
| 364-366 W Olive Ave | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $2.85 |
| Merrilee Terrace Apartments | 2BR/1BA | 2BR,1BA | $3.52 |
| Olive West Apartments | One Bedroom One Bath | 1BR,1BA | $3.53 |
| Windemere Apartments | Upstairs One Bed/ One Bath | 1BR,1BA | $3.59 |
| Morse Gardens | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $3.53 |
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Mountain View, CAPopulation: 83,377
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What type of rentals are currently available in Mountain View?
There are currently 1685 Apartments for Rent in Mountain View, CA with pricing that ranges from $1,185 to $11,619. There are also 144 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Mountain View ranging from $1,000 to $10,500.
What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Mountain View?
Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Mountain View ranges from $1,000 to $10,500 with an average monthly rent of $6,096.
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