
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Mountain View Neighborhood of San Diego, CA from $1,200 (60 Rentals)
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Creekside Villas Apartments

3444-3446 Logan Ave

Southcrest West Senior Apartments

Delta Street Apartments

3682 Birch St

306 35th St

Southcrest Apartments

3751-3755 National Ave

3713-3719 Birch St
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413-421 S Highland Ave

Milbrae Apartments

3722 Logan Ave

3709-3715 T St

3453-3459 Ocean View Blvd

National Avenue Cottages

3966 Teak St

3868-3878 National Ave

3460 Logan Ave

3961 Ocean View Blvd
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3768-3782 National Ave

Alder Apartments

3750-3760 Ocean View Blvd

3766-3772 Boston Ave

National View Apartments

4091-4093 Beta St

1440-1516 S 40th St

4152 Newton Ave

3 Units at 3827 National Ave

1702 Una St
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3745-3749 National Ave

730-732 S 47th St

3505 L St

3357-3367 J St

4144-4150 Gamma St

219-229 S 35th St

4339-4343 Beta St

Casa Consada

Mountain View

3776 Ocean View Blvd
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637-643 S Elizabeth St

4592-4596 Imperial Ave

Parkside

Harbor View Villas

Park Crest Apartments

4013-4021 Logan Ave

Golden Age Garden Apartments

Keeler Court Apartments

3465 Valle Ave

1645-1685 S 43rd St
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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 Studio Apartments | $1,695 | $1,695 | $1,695 |
| Mountain View 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,626 | $1,500 | $1,725 |
| Mountain View 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,277 | $2,200 | $2,476 |
| Mountain View 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,300 | $3,300 | $3,300 |
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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. Park Crest Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $2,166. 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 |
| Park Crest Apartments | B1 | 2BR,1BA | $2,166 |
| Creekside Villas Apartments | 2 Bedroom 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $2,200 |
| Island Gardens Apartments - Affordable | 2 Bedroom, 1 Bath - 60% AMI | 2BR,1BA | $2,237 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Mountain View, CA
As of May 03, 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 2 Bedroom, 1 Bath - 60% AMI Model at Island Gardens Apartments - Affordable starting at $2,237 with a $2.57 price per square foot in the Balboa Park 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 |
| Island Gardens Apartments - Affordable | 2 Bedroom, 1 Bath - 60% AMI | 2BR,1BA | $2.57 |
| Creekside Villas Apartments | 2 Bedroom 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $2.86 |
| 3738 Acacia St | Apt A-F | 1BR,1BA | $3.00 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleMountain View, San Diego, CA
Ranked #119
Among cities in California for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
2.5Pet Friendly
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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