Ananda Community is a 72-unit garden apartment on 5 acres of natural surroundings. There is a feeling of peace and natural beauty that is rarely found in traditional apartment settings.
What you'll find:
- Large, landscaped complex with unusual areas of open space; unique in the Bay Area
- A friendly, stable community where residents tend to know each other
- VERY large, central, grassy courtyard with beautiful tall shade trees
- Swimming pool, solar heated in summer
- Orchard and community garden
- Safe, walkable, residential neighborhood
- Easy walking, biking, or short drives to extensive shopping nearby: Whole Foods, Trader Joe's, Walmart, Safeway, and more
- San Antonio Caltrain station nearby
- Bike routes nearby
- Conveniently close to El Camino, 101, 280, Stanford, and many tech companies
- Los Altos and Mountain View school districts
Truth-in-advertising: This is an older apartment building (1960s) without amenities like dishwashers, AC, or EV chargers. But it's lovingly maintained, and we think more enjoyable to live in than more modern construction. You be the judge.
Types of units here:
- STUDIOS with large covered decks and views (upstairs). Unusually large layouts and closet space, including a separate small bedroom or office
- JUNIOR 1BR (downstairs) with private patios, large living rooms, and small bedrooms that can accommodate up to a queen bed.
- LARGE 1BR (downstairs) with private patios
- LARGE 1BR (upstairs) with large covered decks and views
- TOWNHOUSES (2-story, 2-bedrooms) with open floor plans downstairs, large private patios. Bathroom, and one large and one smaller bedroom upstairs
Ananda Community has been in existence in Mountain View since 1989. Many of the residents are part of Ananda, a spiritual center based on the yoga and meditation teachings of Yogananda. The property has a peaceful feeling. Anyone may live here; all are welcome.

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Ananda Community
240 Monroe Dr, Mountain View, CA 94040
Apartment building
1 bed
Pet-friendly
Covered parking
Shared laundry
Available units
Price may not include required fees and charges. Price shown reflects the lease term provided for each unit.
Unit , sortable column | Sqft, sortable column | Available, sortable column | Base rent, sorted ascending |
|---|---|---|---|
![]() Unit 207Currently unavailable 1 bd, 1 ba | 570 | Aug 22 | $2,900 |
What's special
Orchard and community gardenPrivate patiosBeautiful tall shade treesLarge private patiosOpen floor plans downstairsLarge landscaped complex
3D tours
219 - Lg 1Br furnished - upstairs
103 - 2 BR Townhouse unfurnished
Office hours
| Day | Open hours |
|---|---|
| Mon - Fri: | 9 am - 5 pm |
| Sat: | By appointment only |
| Sun: | By appointment only |
Facts, features & policies
Building Amenities
Other
- Laundry: Shared
- Swimming Pool
Outdoor common areas
- Deck
- Garden
- Gazebo
- Lawn
- Patio
- Picnic Area
- Playground
Services & facilities
- On-site Management
- Online Maintenance Portal
- Online Rent Payment
- Storage Space
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- Park
- Wooded
Unit Features
Appliances
- Freezer
- Garbage Disposal
- Oven
- Range
- Refrigerator
Flooring
- Carpet
- Hardwood
- Laminate
Heating
- Gas
Other
- Deck Off Master Bedroom
- Extensive Storage.
- Free Covered Parking Spot.
- Large Closets With Skylight
- Patio Balcony
- Private Patio For Outdoor Dining, Relaxing, Or Gardening.
- Private Shaded Patio
- Views Of Shade Trees, Filtered Western Light
- Wood Flooring Downstairs
Policies
Parking
- Covered Parking
Lease terms
- One year
Utilities included in rent
- Garbage
- Hot water
- Sewer
- Water
Pet essentials
- CatsAllowed
- DogsDogs are not allowed
Special Features
- Paid By Tenant
- Paid By Tenant
- Paid By Tenant
Neighborhood: 94040
Areas of interest
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Travel times
Getting around
Walk Score®
/ 100
Somewhat WalkableTransit Score®
/ 100
Some TransitBike Score®
/ 100
Biker's ParadiseNearby schools in Mountain View
Santa Rita Elementary School
Grades K-6 • 1.3 miles10/10
GreatSchools® Rating
Test Score Rating
10/10Student Progress Rating
10/10Ardis G. Egan Junior High School
Grades 7, 8 • 1.1 miles9/10
GreatSchools® Rating
Test Score Rating
10/10Student Progress Rating
7/10Los Altos High School
Grades 9-12 • 1.8 miles10/10
GreatSchools® Rating
Test Score Rating
10/10College Readiness Rating
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Frequently asked questions
What is the walk score of Ananda Community?
Ananda Community has a walk score of 52, it's somewhat walkable.
What is the transit score of Ananda Community?
Ananda Community has a transit score of 47, it has some transit.
What schools are assigned to Ananda Community?
The schools assigned to Ananda Community include Santa Rita Elementary School, Ardis G. Egan Junior High School, and Los Altos High School.
Does Ananda Community have in-unit laundry?
No, but Ananda Community has shared building laundry.
What neighborhood is Ananda Community in?
Ananda Community is in the 94040 neighborhood in Mountain View, CA.
What are Ananda Community's policies on pets?
Large dogs are not allowed. Small dogs are not allowed.
Does Ananda Community have virtual tours available?
Yes, 3D and virtual tours are available for Ananda Community.




















