Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Outer Mountain View Los Altos Neighborhood of Mountain View, CA from $400 (102 Rentals)

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Mariposa Apartments
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

Mariposa Apartments

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

Park Lane Apartments

520 Walker DrMountain View, CA 94043
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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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Atrium Court
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Atrium Court

1990 Latham 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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Mayfield Apartments
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Mayfield Apartments

2483-2491 Whitney DrMountain View, CA 94043
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Fernmar
1 Bedroom Apartments

Fernmar

210 Easy StMountain View, CA 94043
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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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Mountain View Place
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Mountain View Place

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

Ednamary Apartments

1765-1785 Ednamary WayMountain View, CA 94040
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Outer Mountain View Los Altos, Mountain View, CA Local Guide

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 Camille North Apartments priced from $2,145. The Laurel at Mountain View (55+) has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $2,300. Here are the most affordable Outer Mountain View Los Altos apartments for rent in San Jose, CA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
The Camille North ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$2,145
The Laurel at Mountain View (55+)1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$2,300
Park Rich ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$2,395
Evandale ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$2,395
Mountain View Town Center I & II ApartmentsBuilding 2 - StudioStudio,1BA$2,395
Surrey HouseUnit 101BR,1BA$2,395
Union Plaza ApartmentsNo Availability1BR,1BA$2,450
Shoreline VillageOne Bedroom 1-B1BR,1BA$2,495
The Camille Apartments1 Beds, 1 Baths1BR,1BA$2,595
All Single Story Apartment CommunitySingle-Story 1 BR Apt - No Shared Hallways - Pr...1BR,1BA$2,795

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Outer Mountain View Los Altos, CA

As of July 29, 2026 the best value apartment in the Outer Mountain View Los Altos area is the $3.92 price per square foot Plan 2A Model at Regency at Mountain View in the in the San Antonio neighborhood starting from $4,317. The second greatest value Outer Mountain View Los Altos apartment is the Plan B1 Model at Birch Creek starting at $4,329 with a $4.08 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 ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Regency at Mountain ViewPlan 2A2BR,2BA$3.92
Birch CreekPlan B12BR,2BA$4.08
Union Plaza ApartmentsNo Availability1BR,1BA$2.33
Woodview ApartmentsTownhouse2BR,1.5BA$3.21
Terman3 Bedroom - 1.5 Bath3BR,1.5BA$4.54
Midtown Apartments1x11BR,1BA$4.71
Shoreline VillageOne Bedroom 1-B1BR,1BA$4.05
Surrey HouseUnit 101BR,1BA$3.99
The Camille North Apartments1 Beds, 1 Baths1BR,1BA$4.19
The Camille Apartments1 Beds, 1 Baths1BR,1BA$4.36

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From the letter A all the way to the letter Z, the Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary from the content team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provides our visitors and shoppers with a little clarity and helpful guidance in navigating the real estate world through definitions and explainers for the top subjects and terms that someone may come across during the leasing, buying, or selling process.

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Lifestyle Ratings

Our team of engineers and researchers compares millions of points of data to bring you our detailed rental search system called 'Lifestyle ratings', composed of rentals in cities across the United States including Outer Mountain View Los Altos, Mountain View, and the greater San Jose area. Our Lifestyle Ratings help you zero-in on the perfect place to call home. This takes in many factors including searching for the best amenities, and the best proximity to parks and outdoor amenities, transit availability, pet-friendly communities, places that make kids happy, and how walkable or bikeable each community and area is. Find Lifestyle Search in the filter options (above). Happy Searching!

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 Camille North Apartments listed at $2,145.

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 $2,300 at The Laurel at Mountain View (55+).

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 Escape Apartments.

What is the most affordable Outer Mountain View Los Altos Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Outer Mountain View Los Altos Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Terman and starts from $4,445.

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