Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Monta Loma Neighborhood of Mountain View, CA from $1,800 (31 Rentals)

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Mayfield Apartments
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Mayfield Apartments

2483-2491 Whitney DrMountain View, CA 94043
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St. Croix Townhomes
2 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

St. Croix Townhomes

768 N Rengstorff AveMountain View, CA 94043
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2434 Rock St
2 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

2434 Rock St

2434 Rock StMountain View, CA 94043
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191 Showers Dr
2 Bedroom Apartments

191 Showers Dr

191 Showers DrMountain View, CA 94040
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818 Reinert
2 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

818 Reinert

818-828 Reinert RdMountain View, CA 94043
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Rengstorff Gardens
2 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Rengstorff Gardens

333 Rengstorff AveMountain View, CA 94043
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842-844 Independence
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

842-844 Independence

842-844 Independence AveMountain View, CA 94043
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511 Thompson Ave
2 Bedroom Apartments

511 Thompson Ave

511 Thompson AveMountain View, CA 94043
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481 Thompson Ave
2 Bedroom Apartments

481 Thompson Ave

481 Thompson AveMountain View, CA 94043
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505 Thompson Ave
2 Bedroom Apartments

505 Thompson Ave

505 Thompson AveMountain View, CA 94043
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165 Sierra Vista Ave
Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments

165 Sierra Vista Ave

165 Sierra Vista AveMountain View, CA 94043
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Villa Cabral
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Villa Cabral

2078 Montecito AveMountain View, CA 94043
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2068 San Luis
2 Bedroom Apartments

2068 San Luis

2068 San Luis AveMountain View, CA 94043
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Newton Square
3 Bedroom Apartments

Newton Square

827 N Rengstorff AveMountain View, CA 94043
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Palo Alto Gardens
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Palo Alto Gardens

630-650 San Antonio RdPalo Alto, CA 94306
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628-630 Keats Ct
2 Bedroom Apartments

628-630 Keats Ct

628-630 Keats CtPalo Alto, CA 94303

Monta Loma, Mountain View, CA Local Guide

Cheapest Available Monta Loma Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Monta Loma area of San Jose, CA is a 1 Bed unit found at Paulson Park priced from $1,884. The Laurel at Mountain View (55+) has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $2,400. Here are the most affordable Monta Loma apartments for rent in San Jose, CA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Paulson Park1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,884
The Laurel at Mountain View (55+)Studio1BR,1BA$2,400
Somerset Place Apartments2x1 U2BR,1BA$2,995
Woodview ApartmentsTownhouse2BR,1BA$3,195
MadronePlan 1ZB1BR,1BA$3,633

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Monta Loma, CA

As of October 26, 2025 the best value apartment in the Monta Loma area is the $4.28 price per square foot 333 Ruth Avenue Model at 333 Ruth Avenue, Unit House in the in the San Antonio neighborhood starting from $5,200. The second greatest value Monta Loma apartment is the Townhouse Model at Woodview Apartments starting at $3,195 with a $3.21 price per square foot in the San Antonio neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Monta Loma apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
333 Ruth Avenue, Unit House333 Ruth Avenue3BR,2BA$4.28
Woodview ApartmentsTownhouse2BR,1.5BA$3.21
MadronePlan 1ZC1BR,1BA$5.12
Somerset Place Apartments2x1 U2BR,1BA$4.24
Paulson Park1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$3.09
The Laurel at Mountain View (55+)StudioStudio ,1BA$5.83

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Monta Loma, Mountain View, CA

Ranked #24

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

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

3.0
Pet Friendly

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Getting Around the Monta Loma Neighborhood in Mountain View, CA

Walk Score®

75 / 100

Very Walkable

Most errands can be accomplished on foot

Bike Score®

99 / 100

Biker's Paradise

Daily errands can be accomplished on a bike

Transit Score®

36 / 100

Some Transit

A few nearby public transportation options

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Monta Loma Apartments

What is the price of a cheap apartment in Monta Loma?

The cheapest apartment in Monta Loma is Paulson Park which is listed at $1,884, while the average apartment in Monta Loma costs $4,554.

What types of apartments are the cheapest in Monta Loma?

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 Monta Loma that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.

Expert Rental Resources

Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

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

Written by: Shannon Hilson

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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Apartment Common Area Rules: What Renters Need to Know

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Back in the day when I rented one of my first apartments, the property didn’t even have laundry in the building. Now, rental properties are often competing against each other to provide the best amenities.

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How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Everything is a negotiation in real estate! 

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The Rental Move-In Inspection Checklist: A Guide for Renters

Written by: Trey Huguley

The move-in inspection checklist is a crucial tool for both tenants and landlords. This checklist, provided by the team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com, helps document the condition of an apartment at the time of move-in.