Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Saint Francis Neighborhood of Mountain View, CA from $1,100 (19 Rentals)

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Saint Francis, Mountain View, CA Local Guide

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 $2,150. The Arbors at Mountain View Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $2,245. Here are the most affordable Saint Francis apartments for rent in San Jose, CA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
The Villa Monte ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$2,150
The Arbors at Mountain View Apartments1 Bed 1 Bath1BR,1BA$2,245
Surrey HouseUnit 6Studio,1BA$2,250
Latham Court Apartments1x11BR,1BA$2,375
Cherryhill1x1B Classic1BR,1BA$2,400

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Saint Francis, CA

As of June 23, 2025 the best value apartment in the Saint Francis area is the $4.23 price per square foot Two Bedroom B2J Model at Verve in the in the Old Los Altos neighborhood starting from $5,228. The second greatest value Saint Francis apartment is the B10 Model at Novo Apartments starting at $5,075 with a $4.40 price per square foot in the Old Los Altos neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Saint Francis apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
VerveTwo Bedroom B2J2BR,2BA$4.23
Novo ApartmentsB102BR,2BA$4.40
Balboa Apartments2 Bed 2 Bath2BR,2BA$3.24
30 Gladys Court2 Bedroom-L2BR,1BA$3.21
120 Granada Dr2x12BR,1BA$3.33
Alma Street Apartments2x12BR,1BA$3.99
Somerset Place Apartments2x1 U2BR,1BA$3.82
Olive Garden ApartmentsOne Bedroom One Bath1BR,1BA$3.61
The Arbors at Mountain View Apartments1 Bed 1 Bath1BR,1BA$4.01
Latham Court Apartments1x11BR,1BA$4.36

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Saint Francis, Mountain View, CA

Ranked #14

Among neighborhoods in Mountain View, CA for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

4.0
Pet Friendly

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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

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 $2,150.

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Saint Francis Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Saint Francis Apartment is $2,245 at The Arbors at Mountain View Apartments.

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 $2,695 at Somerset Place Apartments.

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 $3,350.

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Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

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