Median Age
38 Years
Largest Age Group
30-39 Years
Approximately 21% of Residents
Under 20
22%
Over 65
14%
Mountain View
Mountain View, CA Area Guide
Avg Rent
$3,334
Population
87,536
Renter Mix
63% Rent
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.
Explore the City
Four legged family member enjoy the morning walk at Cuesta Park in Waverly Park neighborhood.
Restaurants and local shops abound in downtown Mountain View.
Historic buildings converted into eateries and boutiques are a common sight in Mountain View.
With Castor Avenue shut down to automobile traffic, Mountain View is a walker's haven.
Planters and other fine details make downtown Mountain View a lovely place.
Pioneer Memorial Park is a lush destination in the middle of Mountain View.
Demographics
Median Household Income
$172,116
Average: $188,430
Education
49,453
Residents Have a Degree
Job Market
51,553
Workers Employed
Age Distribution
Get a sense of this area's population profile.
Housing Distribution
Mountain View has more renters than homeowners.
Renters
63%
Non-Renters
37%
Education Distribution
Review this city's overall education levels.
Bachelor's or Higher
53%
Other Education
47%
Rent Trends
As of April 2026, the average apartment rent in Mountain View, CA is $2,800 for a studio, $3,340 for one bedroom, $4,240 for two bedrooms, and $5,150 for three bedrooms. Apartment rent in Mountain View has increased by 2.9% in the past year.
Property Type
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Apartment
$3,340/month
697 Sq Ft
House
$7,134/month
1,453 Sq Ft
Getting Around
Explore how walkable, bikeable, drivable, and transit-friendly Mountain View, CA is for everyday living.
Moderately Walkable
Walkability
60
/ 100
Some Public Transit
Transit
40
/ 100
Exceptionally Drivable
Drivability
90
/ 100
Very Bikeable
Bikeability
80
/ 100
Scores provided by
Schools
Public
Grades K-5
388 Students
Public
Grades K-5
312 Students
Public
Grades K-5
461 Students
Public
Grades K-5
365 Students
Public
Grades K-5
399 Students
Public
Grades 6-8
616 Students
Public
Grades 6-8
860 Students
Public
Grades K-8
7 Students
Public
Grades K-8
2 Students
Public
Grades 9-12
2,187 Students
Public
Grades 9-12
School data provided by
The GreatSchools Rating helps parents compare schools within a state based on a variety of school quality indicators and provides a helpful picture of how effectively each school serves all of its students. Ratings are on a scale of 1 (below average) to 10 (above average) and can include test scores, college readiness, academic progress, advanced courses, equity, discipline and attendance data. We also advise parents to visit schools, consider other information on school performance and programs, and consider family needs as part of the school selection process.
View GreatSchools Rating Methodology
Data provided by
GreatSchools.org
© 2026. All rights reserved.
The GreatSchools Rating helps parents compare schools within a state based on a variety of school quality indicators and provides a helpful picture of how effectively each school serves all of its students. Ratings are on a scale of 1 (below average) to 10 (above average) and can include test scores, college readiness, academic progress, advanced courses, equity, discipline and attendance data. We also advise parents to visit schools, consider other information on school performance and programs, and consider family needs as part of the school selection process.
View GreatSchools Rating Methodology
Data provided by
GreatSchools.org
© 2026. All rights reserved.
Points of Interest
Shopping Centers
Parks and Recreation
- Stevens Creek Shoreline Nature Study Area
- J. Pearce Mitchell Park
- Terman Park
- Redwood Grove
- Bol Park
Airports
- Norman Y Mineta San Jose International
- San Francisco International
Top Apartments in Mountain View
Houses for Rent in Mountain View
Property Management Companies in Mountain View, CA
Spieker Companies, Inc.
-
43
Communities
-
2,835
Units
-
15
Cities
8 Communities in Mountain View
Prometheus Real Estate Group, Inc.
-
36
Communities
-
11,007
Units
-
11
Cities
8 Communities in Mountain View
Greystar
-
3,495
Communities
-
961,256
Units
-
891
Cities
6 Communities in Mountain View
BLVD Residential
-
93
Communities
-
7,934
Units
-
34
Cities
4 Communities in Mountain View
Woodmont Real Estate Services
-
65
Communities
-
10,400
Units
-
33
Cities
3 Communities in Mountain View
UDR
-
167
Communities
-
58,082
Units
-
85
Cities
2 Communities in Mountain View
Search Nearby Rentals
Nearby City Rentals
Nearby Neighborhood Rentals
Nearby House Rentals
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 February 2026.
Demographic information comes from Neustar and combines detailed address data with U.S. Census and American Community Survey statistics to produce reliable local estimates.