
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Saint Francis Neighborhood of Mountain View, CA from $1,100 (13 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in the Saint Francis area of Mountain View.


Luna Vista

The Villa Monte Apartments

Park Plaza Apartments

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eaves Mountain View at Middlefield

Shoreline Village

Woodside Place

Surrey House

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Saint Francis, Mountain View, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Saint Francis?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Saint Francis Studio Apartments | $3,105 | $1,708 | $4,139 |
| Saint Francis 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,981 | $1,185 | $5,224 |
| Saint Francis 2 Bedroom Apartments | $5,154 | $2,695 | $8,100 |
| Saint Francis 3 Bedroom Apartments | $5,688 | $3,974 | $7,673 |
Browse Apartments in this Neighborhood
There are currently 13 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Saint Francis Neighborhood of Mountain View, CA.
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Cheapest Available Saint Francis Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Saint Francis area of San Jose, CA is a Studio unit found at The Villa Monte Apartments priced from $1,895. eaves Mountain View at Middlefield has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $2,245. Here are the most affordable Saint Francis apartments for rent in San Jose, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Villa Monte Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,895 |
| eaves Mountain View at Middlefield | 405 | Studio,1BA | $2,245 |
| Shoreline Village | One Bedroom 1-B | 1BR,1BA | $2,250 |
| Surrey House | Unit 10 | 1BR,1BA | $2,395 |
| Cherryhill | One Bedroom Plan B | 1BR,1BA | $2,450 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Saint Francis, CA
As of December 09, 2025 the best value apartment in the Saint Francis area is the $3.06 price per square foot 3X2 Washer Reno Med Model at Balboa Apartments in the in the North San Jose neighborhood starting from $4,500. The second greatest value Saint Francis apartment is the Ponderosa Model at Stanford Villa starting at $4,060 with a $3.87 price per square foot in the Duveneck neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Saint Francis apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Balboa Apartments | 3X2 Washer Reno Med | 3BR,2BA | $3.06 |
| Stanford Villa | Ponderosa | 2BR,2BA | $3.87 |
| Fayette Arms Apartments | Two Bedroom, Two Bath | 2BR,2BA | $3.67 |
| Maplewood Apartments | Plan B1 | 2BR,2BA | $3.90 |
| Birch Creek | Plan A2 | 1BR,1BA | $3.82 |
| 600 Whisman | Two Bedroom One Bath | 2BR,1BA | $4.12 |
| Aviana Apartments | 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $3.83 |
| Cherryhill | One Bedroom Plan B | 1BR,1BA | $3.73 |
| Shoreline Village | One Bedroom 1-B | 1BR,1BA | $3.65 |
| Surrey House | Unit 10 | 1BR,1BA | $3.99 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleSaint Francis, Mountain View, CA
Ranked #12
Among cities in California for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
4.0Pet Friendly
Getting Around the Saint Francis Neighborhood in Mountain View, CA
Walk Score®
84 / 100
Very Walkable
Most errands can be accomplished on foot
Bike Score®
91 / 100
Biker's Paradise
Daily errands can be accomplished on a bike
Transit Score®
46 / 100
Some Transit
A few nearby public transportation options
What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?
- Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
- Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
- Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Saint Francis Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Saint Francis?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Saint Francis is at The Villa Monte Apartments listed at $1,895.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Saint Francis Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Saint Francis Apartment is $2,250 at Shoreline Village.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Saint Francis Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Saint Francis is starting from $2,900 at Cherryhill.
What is the most affordable Saint Francis Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Saint Francis Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Cherryhill and starts from $3,650.
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Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.
Everything is a negotiation in real estate!
