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Mountain View, CA

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High-tech, luxurious living in a vibrant California city

High-Tech Mountains Upscale Great Schools Scenic Views Urban Parks

Mountain View, California combines technological innovation with suburban living in Silicon Valley. The city, headquarters to companies like Google and Intuit, features a pedestrian-friendly downtown along Castro Street filled with dining options and local shops. The rental market shows steady activity, with current average rents ranging from $2,708 for studios to $4,898 for three-bedroom apartments, reflecting a modest year-over-year increase between 1.8% and 3.7%. Notable areas include the Monta Loma neighborhood, showcasing mid-century modern architecture, and the Cuernavaca district, characterized by Spanish-style homes.

The city offers abundant outdoor recreation at Shoreline Park along the San Francisco Bay, featuring trails, a golf course, and the Shoreline Amphitheatre. Stevens Creek Trail winds through the city, while landmarks like the NASA Ames Research Center and Computer History Museum highlight the area's scientific legacy. The Downtown Mountain View Station serves as a transportation hub, connecting Caltrain and VTA light rail services. Residents enjoy performances at the Mountain View Center for the Performing Arts, and the Castro Street farmers' market operates year-round. With its Mediterranean climate and central location between San Francisco and San Jose, Mountain View provides convenient access to the greater Bay Area.

Rent Trends

As of December 2025, the average apartment rent in Mountain View, CA is $2,749 for a studio, $3,251 for one bedroom, $4,129 for two bedrooms, and $4,925 for three bedrooms. Apartment rent in Mountain View has increased by 4.4% in the past year.

Property Type
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Apartment
$3,251/month
697 Sq Ft
House
$4,342/month
1,061 Sq Ft
Condo
$3,342/month
1,456 Sq Ft
Townhome
$5,744/month
1,377 Sq Ft
See Rental Market Trends in Mountain View, CA

Transportation

68

Somewhat Walkable

out of 100 WalkScore® Rating

You might be able to get out and walk when living in this area. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, but for others you’ll need a car.

41

Some Transit

out of 100 TransitScore® Rating

You'll likely want a car when living in this area since it has few transit options.

92

Biker's Paradise

out of 100 BikeScore® Rating

Do you prefer to get around on two wheels? You’ll love living in this neighborhood, which is considered a biker’s paradise.

Schools

Stevenson Elementary

Public

Grades K-5

456 Students

Amy Imai Elementary

Public

Grades K-5

380 Students

Benjamin Bubb Elementary

Public

Grades K-5

339 Students

Springer Elementary

Public

Grades K-6

335 Students

Edith Landels Elementary

Public

Grades K-5

374 Students

Crittenden Middle

Public

Grades 6-8

537 Students

Isaac Newton Graham Middle

Public

Grades 6-8

881 Students

Mvwsd Home & Hospital

Public

Grades K-8

Mountain View High

Public

Grades 9-12

2,220 Students

Points of Interest

Parks and Recreation

  • Stevens Creek Shoreline Nature Study Area
  • J. Pearce Mitchell Park
  • Terman Park
  • Redwood Grove
  • Bol Park

Military Bases

Airports

  • Norman Y Mineta San Jose International
  • San Francisco International

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Methodology

† Our analysis of utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, home prices, and other goods and services is sourced from the Cost of Living Index, a respected benchmark published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER) that provides a thorough overview of living expenses across different regions.

Rent data is provided by CoStar Group’s Market Trend reports. As the industry leader in commercial real estate information, analytics, and news, CoStar conducts extensive research to produce and maintain a comprehensive database of commercial real estate information. We combine this data with public record to provide the most up-to-date rental information available.

Consumer goods, services, and home prices are sourced from the Cost of Living Index published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER). The data on this page is updated quarterly. It was last published in November 2025.