Michael Katwan — Property Management
Local Broker Associate. Direct access. No call centers — just expert property management in Mountain View.
Avg SFR Rent
Mountain View Rental Market
Mountain View is one of the most competitive rental markets in the South Bay. Google's global headquarters anchors demand, supplemented by dozens of tech companies along the US-101 corridor. The city has a well-established downtown and transit access that appeals broadly to tech workers and young professionals.
Google (Googleplex) is the dominant employer, supplemented by LinkedIn, Symantec, and hundreds of startups in the US-101 tech corridor. Caltrain access draws commuters from across the Peninsula.
Neighborhoods
Mountain View's most active rental neighborhoods — Old Mountain View, Shoreline West, and Castro City — combine walkable downtown access, proximity to Google's Googleplex, and easy access to major South Bay tech corridors.
Compliance
Mountain View has local rent stabilization (CSFRA) for multi-family units built before 1995. Single-family homes and condos are generally not covered. Management must track applicable units carefully.
Not sure if AB 1482 applies to your property? We'll clarify it in your free landlord audit.
What We Handle
Full credit, background, employment, and rental history checks on every applicant before anyone signs a lease.
Online rent collection with automatic late fee enforcement. Monthly owner statements with clear line-item reporting.
Tenants submit requests through a managed process. We triage, coordinate vendors, and keep you informed — not involved.
Compliant leases, notices, and rent increase calculations. We handle the legal complexity so you stay protected.
Tenant Quality
Mountain View attracts Google and tech employees, young professionals, and Caltrain commuters who want South Bay access with downtown walkability.
Questions
Yes — Mountain View's Community Stabilization and Fair Rent Act (CSFRA) applies to multi-family units built before February 1, 1995. It caps rent increases annually and requires just cause for evictions. Single-family homes and condos are generally exempt. Professional management is essential to stay compliant.
In 2026, Mountain View rents average $2,600–$3,200/mo for 1BR, $3,000–$3,900/mo for 2BR, and $3,800–$4,800/mo for 3BR units. Proximity to the Googleplex and downtown commands the highest premiums.
Mountain View's CSFRA covers multi-family buildings built before 1995. Covered units have rent increase caps tied to CPI and require just cause for eviction. Violations can result in significant liability. Michael Katwan handles CSFRA compliance as part of full-service management.
Get Started
Your free 30-minute landlord audit includes a rental price analysis for Mountain View, an AB 1482 compliance check, and a straight conversation about whether professional management makes sense for your property. No pitch. No obligation.