
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Mountain View Neighborhood of San Diego, CA from $1,200 (60 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in the Mountain View area of San Diego.


3738 Acacia St

3682 Birch St

306 35th St

3444-3446 Logan Ave

Southcrest West Senior Apartments

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Milbrae Apartments

3722 Logan Ave

3709-3715 T St
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3453-3459 Ocean View Blvd

National Avenue Cottages

3966 Teak St

3868-3878 National Ave

Southcrest Apartments

3751-3755 National Ave

3713-3719 Birch St

413-421 S Highland Ave

3766-3772 Boston Ave

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4091-4093 Beta St

1440-1516 S 40th St

4152 Newton Ave

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1702 Una St

3460 Logan Ave

3961 Ocean View Blvd

3768-3782 National Ave

Alder Apartments

3750-3760 Ocean View Blvd
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219-229 S 35th St

4339-4343 Beta St

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3776 Ocean View Blvd

637-643 S Elizabeth St

4592-4596 Imperial Ave

3745-3749 National Ave

730-732 S 47th St

3505 L St
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3357-3367 J St

4144-4150 Gamma St

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Park Crest Apartments

4013-4021 Logan Ave

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3465 Valle Ave
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Mountain View, San Diego, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Mountain View?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mountain View 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,910 | $1,500 | $2,395 |
| Mountain View 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,716 | $2,265 | $3,200 |
| Mountain View 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,860 | $2,860 | $2,860 |
| Mountain View 4 Bedroom Apartments | $3,245 | $3,245 | $3,245 |
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There are currently 60 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Mountain View Neighborhood of San Diego, CA.
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Cheapest Available Mountain View Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Mountain View area of San Diego, CA is a 1 Bed unit found at 3738 Acacia St priced from $1,500. Creekside Villas Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,640. Here are the most affordable Mountain View apartments for rent in San Diego, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3738 Acacia St | Apt A-F | 1BR,1BA | $1,500 |
| Creekside Villas Apartments | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,640 |
| Park Crest Apartments | B1 | 2BR,1BA | $2,166 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Mountain View, CA
As of March 12, 2026 the best value apartment in the Mountain View area is the $2.41 price per square foot B1 Model at Park Crest Apartments in the in the Mountain View neighborhood starting from $2,166. The second greatest value Mountain View apartment is the 3x1 Model at Creekside Villas Apartments starting at $2,860 with a $3.18 price per square foot in the Mountain View neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Mountain View apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Park Crest Apartments | B1 | 2BR,1BA | $2.41 |
| Creekside Villas Apartments | 3x1 | 3BR,1BA | $3.18 |
| 3738 Acacia St | Apt A-F | 1BR,1BA | $3.00 |
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Mountain View Apartments
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Mountain View Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Mountain View Apartment is $1,500 at 3738 Acacia St.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Mountain View Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Mountain View is starting from $2,166 at Park Crest Apartments.
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