
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Outer Mountain View Los Altos Neighborhood of Mountain View, CA from $474 (83 Rentals)
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181 Ada Ave

Eagle Park Apartments

217 Ada Ave

All Single Story Apartment Community

The Villa Monte Apartments

Park Square Apartments

The Laurel at Mountain View (55+)

Del Medio Manor

Park Plaza Apartments
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Park Rich Apartments

30 Gladys Court

Colony Apartments

Latham Court Apartments

Woodview Apartments

505 Cypress Point Dr

eaves Mountain View at Middlefield
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The Camille North Apartments

Fayette Townhouse Apartments

El Portal Apartments

Del Medio Garden Apartments

600 Whisman

Somerset Place Apartments

Kentfield Apartments

Franklin Street Apartments

Mariposa Apartments
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Luna Vista

Park Lane Apartments

Paulson Park

King Apartments

655 Mariposa Avenue Apartments

The Capri Apartments

Atrium Court

Villa De Wright Apartments

Washington Square Apartments

Mayfield Apartments
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Fernmar

921-945 High School Way

1638 Latham St

Mountain View Place

Ednamary Apartments

eaves Creekside

The Arbors at Mountain View Apartments

2020 California St

Caltega

335-341 Easy St
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Outer Mountain View Los Altos, Mountain View, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Outer Mountain View Los Altos?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Outer Mountain View Los Altos Studio Apartments | $3,364 | $1,873 | $4,846 |
| Outer Mountain View Los Altos 1 Bedroom Apartments | $4,370 | $1,185 | $8,568 |
| Outer Mountain View Los Altos 2 Bedroom Apartments | $5,610 | $2,795 | $10,000+ |
| Outer Mountain View Los Altos 3 Bedroom Apartments | $6,085 | $4,130 | $8,196 |
| Outer Mountain View Los Altos 4 Bedroom Apartments | $5,000 | $5,000 | $5,000 |
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There are currently 83 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Outer Mountain View Los Altos Neighborhood of Mountain View, CA.
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Cheapest Available Outer Mountain View Los Altos Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Outer Mountain View Los Altos area of San Jose, CA is a Studio unit found at The Villa Monte Apartments priced from $2,195. eaves Creekside has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $2,200. Here are the most affordable Outer Mountain View Los Altos apartments for rent in San Jose, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Villa Monte Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $2,195 |
| eaves Creekside | S-Special | Studio,1BA | $2,200 |
| Caltega | 1-Bedroom, 1-Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $2,295 |
| The Laurel at Mountain View (55+) | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2,300 |
| Surrey House | Unit 10 | 1BR,1BA | $2,395 |
| Union Plaza Apartments | No Availability | 1BR,1BA | $2,450 |
| Shoreline Village | One Bedroom 1-B | 1BR,1BA | $2,495 |
| Park Rich Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $2,495 |
| Fayette Townhouse Apartments | 1 BR with YARD | 1BR,1BA | $2,895 |
| The Camille North Apartments | 1 Beds, 1 Baths | 1BR,1BA | $2,895 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Outer Mountain View Los Altos, CA
As of September 12, 2026 the best value apartment in the Outer Mountain View Los Altos area is the $3.33 price per square foot 2BR/2BA Model at Merrilee Terrace Apartments in the in the Ventura neighborhood starting from $3,995. The second greatest value Outer Mountain View Los Altos apartment is the 2 Bedroom 2 Bathroom Model at Aviana Apartments starting at $3,995 with a $3.74 price per square foot in the Old Los Altos neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Outer Mountain View Los Altos apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Merrilee Terrace Apartments | 2BR/2BA | 2BR,2BA | $3.33 |
| Aviana Apartments | 2 Bedroom 2 Bathroom | 2BR,2BA | $3.74 |
| Union Plaza Apartments | No Availability | 1BR,1BA | $2.33 |
| Woodview Apartments | Townhouse | 2BR,1.5BA | $3.21 |
| Midtown Apartments | Two Bedroom 1.5 Bathroom | 2BR,1.5BA | $4.24 |
| Maplewood Apartments | Plan B1 | 2BR,2BA | $4.04 |
| 1973 San Luis Avenue | 2BR/2.0BA | 2BR,2BA | $4.24 |
| Shoreline Village | One Bedroom 1-B | 1BR,1BA | $4.05 |
| Caltega | 1-Bedroom, 1-Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $3.82 |
| Surrey House | Unit 10 | 1BR,1BA | $3.99 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Outer Mountain View Los Altos Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Outer Mountain View Los Altos?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Outer Mountain View Los Altos is at The Villa Monte Apartments listed at $2,195.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Outer Mountain View Los Altos Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Outer Mountain View Los Altos Apartment is $2,295 at Caltega.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Outer Mountain View Los Altos Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Outer Mountain View Los Altos is starting from $2,995 at Somerset Place Apartments.
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