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Golden Glen Apartments
3265 C StSan Diego, CA 92102
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3838 Superior St
San DiegoCA92113
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3770 Clinton St, Unit Studio B
3770 Clinton StSan Diego, CA 92113
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Southern Highlands
2525 Highland AveNational City, CA 91950
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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 | $1,662 | $1,591 | $1,700 |
| Mountain View 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,456 | $1,551 | $6,000 |
| Mountain View 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,630 | $1,749 | $3,295 |
| Mountain View 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,230 | $2,949 | $3,550 |
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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 Studio unit found at Golden Glen Apartments priced from $1,495. Southern Highlands has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,591. Here are the most affordable Mountain View apartments for rent in San Diego, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Golden Glen Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,495 |
| Southern Highlands | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,591 |
| Mar at Laurel | Tide | 1BR,1BA | $1,869 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Mountain View, CA
As of May 13, 2025 the best value apartment in the Mountain View area is the $2.80 price per square foot 2 Bed 1 Bath Model at Bella Vita Apartments in the in the Mountain View neighborhood starting from $2,695. The second greatest value Mountain View apartment is the 2X1 Model at Creekside Villas Apartments starting at $2,276 with a $2.96 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bella Vita Apartments | 2 Bed 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $2.80 |
| Creekside Villas Apartments | 2X1 | 2BR,1BA | $2.96 |
| 4013-4021 Logan Ave | Two Bed/ Two Bath | 2BR,2BA | $3.33 |
| Harbor View Villas | 2 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 2BR,1BA | $2.53 |
| 3678 Logan Ave | 3678 Logan Ave | 2BR,1BA | $2.40 |
| Mar at Laurel | Tide | 1BR,1BA | $3.12 |
| Southern Highlands | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $2.65 |
| 2520 E St | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $4.41 |
| Golden Glen Apartments | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $3.11 |
| The Plaza | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $4.08 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleMountain View, San Diego, CA
Ranked #127
Among neighborhoods in San Diego, CA for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
2.5Pet Friendly
Getting Around the Mountain View Neighborhood in San Diego, CA
Walk Score®
65 / 100
Somewhat Walkable
Some errands can be accomplished on foot
Bike Score®
45 / 100
Somewhat Bikeable
Minimal bike infrastructure
Transit Score®
47 / 100
Some Transit
A few nearby public transportation options
What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?
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- Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
- Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Mountain View Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Mountain View?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Mountain View is under $2,500.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Mountain View?
The cheapest apartment in Mountain View is Mar at Laurel which is listed at $1,869, while the average apartment in Mountain View costs $3,195.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Mountain View?
Student, low-income, and by-the-bed apartments are typically the cheapest rentals in most cities, though they require qualifying criteria to rent. There are 1 regular apartments in Mountain View that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
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