Fayette Arms Apartments
2680 Fayette Dr,
Mountain View, CA 94040
1-2 Beds | $3,278 - $3,491
Rental Market Trends in Mountain View, CA
Updated August 2026
The average rent in Mountain View, CA is $3,534/month.
Rent in Mountain View is 112% higher than the national average rent of $1,664/month, making this one of the more expensive cities statewide.
$3,534/month
Average Rent
698 Sq Ft
Average Size
+7.6%
Change / Year
533
Available Apartments
Mountain View rent varies by unit size and layout:
- Studio apartments in Mountain View average $2,981 per month.
- One-bedroom apartments in Mountain View average $3,534 per month.
- Two-bedroom apartments in Mountain View average $4,536 per month.
- Three-bedroom apartments in Mountain View average $5,438 or more per month.
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How much has average rent changed in Mountain View, CA?
In the past year, rent has increased by 7.6%, which averages out to $271 more per month.
Market Trends Over Time
August 2026
2025
2026
Rent Ranges in Mountain View, CA
August 2026
Above $2,000
Most rental prices fall within this range
Percentage*
Rent Range
0%
Below $700/month
0%
$700 - $1,000/month
9%
$1,001 - $1,500/month
12%
$1,501 - $2,000/month
79%
Above $2,000/month
Rent by Neighborhood
What are the most affordable neighborhoods in Mountain View?
Based on current rent prices, Monta Loma, The Crossings and Downtown Mountain View are the most affordable neighborhoods in Mountain View.
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What are the most expensive neighborhoods in Mountain View?
Based on current rent prices, Saint Francis, Rex Manor and Whisman Station are the most expensive neighborhoods in Mountain View.
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Which Mountain View neighborhoods have the most rentals available?
The neighborhoods in Mountain View with the most apartments available are Jackson Park, Shoreline West and Downtown Mountain View .
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What salary do I need to live comfortably in Mountain View, CA?
Because the average rent in Mountain View is $3,534, you’ll want to make about $11,780 per month or $141,360 per year. The general guideline is to pay no more than 30 percent of your monthly income on rent. However, you’ll want to consider additional factors, such as your monthly bills and other expenses. Use our rent affordability calculator to help determine how much to budget for rent.
How does Mountain View, CA compare to other nearby cities and neighborhoods?
Use the tool below to compare Mountain View, CA to other nearby cities and neighborhoods. The Apartments.com neighborhood guides provide you with insight into the area’s transportation, things to do, and more.
View the Mountain View Area GuideStudio
$2,201/month
$2,407/month
One Bedroom
$2,516/month
$2,526/month
Two Bedroom
$2,679/month
$5,955/month
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Compare Rent Trends Nearby
Get a clearer picture of the area by viewing rent trends in nearby cities.
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Los Altos
Avg Rent: $3,184/month
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Sunnyvale
Avg Rent: $3,143/month
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Los Altos Hills
Avg Rent: $2,883/month
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Palo Alto
Avg Rent: $3,054/month
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East Palo Alto
Avg Rent: $2,260/month
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Menlo Park
Avg Rent: $3,617/month
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average rent in Mountain View?
The average rent in Mountain View is $3,534 per month, which is 112.4% higher than the national average of $1,664.
What is the average rent for a house in Mountain View?
The average rent for a house in Mountain View, CA is $5,699 per month.
What is the average rent for a condo in Mountain View?
The average rent for a condo in Mountain View, CA is $2,595 per month.
Are rents going up or down in Mountain View?
Rents in Mountain View, CA are increasing, with prices up 7.6% year-over-year and $271 more per month.
What rent range is most common in Mountain View?
In Mountain View, CA, 79% of apartments fall above $2,000/month, though prices may vary depending on location and other factors.
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 June 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.
* Percentages may not total 100 due to rounding.