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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 | $4,279 | $1,200 | $6,670 |
| Mountain View 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $7,195 | $4,250 | $10,000+ |
| Mountain View 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $7,960 | $4,500 | $10,000+ |
| Mountain View 5 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $16,531 | $9,600 | $10,000+ |
| Mountain View 7 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $7,588 | $7,588 | $7,588 |
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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Mountain View, CA
Pricing Updated: 05/05/2026Current 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 | $5,742 | $1,000 | 6 |
Cheapest Available Mountain View Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in Mountain View, CA is a 1 Bed unit found at Orchard Gardens in the North San Jose neighborhood priced from $1,927. The Bungalows at Ahwanee in the North San Jose neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,988. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Mountain View apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Orchard Gardens | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,927 |
| The Bungalows at Ahwanee | 1 Bedroom without Patio | 1BR,1BA | $1,988 |
| Bali Hai Garden Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $2,045 |
| Calderon Apartments | 192 | Studio,1BA | $2,095 |
| Mathilda Garden Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $2,125 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Mountain View, CA
As of May 05, 2026 the best value apartment in the Mountain View area is the $2.84 price per square foot 3X2 Washer No Reno Large Model at Balboa Apartments in the in the North San Jose neighborhood starting from $4,595. The second greatest value Mountain View apartment is the Unit 325 Model at Park Plaza starting at $4,400 with a $2.96 price per square foot in the Duveneck 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Balboa Apartments | 3X2 Washer No Reno Large | 3BR,2BA | $2.84 |
| Park Plaza | Unit 325 | 3BR,2BA | $2.96 |
| Casa Alberta Apartments | Two Bedroom 1.5 Bath | 2BR,1.5BA | $3.59 |
| Village Square Townhouses | 2 Beds, 1.5 Baths | 2BR,1.5BA | $3.30 |
| Woodview Apartments | Townhouse | 2BR,1.5BA | $3.21 |
| 364-366 W Olive Ave | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $2.85 |
| Verona Gardens | E.K. | 1BR,1BA | $2.94 |
| 658 Kodiak Ct, Unit 1 | 658 Kodiak Ct | 2BR,1BA | $3.09 |
| The Orchard at Sunnyvale | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $3.58 |
| 110 Remington Apartments | 1-Bed, 1-Bath | 1BR,1BA | $3.37 |
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Mountain View Whisman School District
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What type of rentals are currently available in Mountain View?
There are currently 1677 Apartments for Rent in Mountain View, CA with pricing that ranges from $1,185 to $12,985. There are also 152 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Mountain View ranging from $1,000 to $24,995.
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 $24,995 with an average monthly rent of $6,930.
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