
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Hillcrest Neighborhood of Canton, GA from $500 (31 Rentals)
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Aspect on the River

River Ridge at Canton

270 Archer St

Canton Mill Lofts

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Harbor Creek Apartments
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Lancaster Ridge

Accent Overlook

Madison Overlook

The Indigo

Grand Reserve at Canton

The Atlantic Canton Ridge

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303 Brookside Way

202 Riverstone Commons Cir

The Westcott at Canton - 55+ Apartment Homes

209 Hidden Creek Point

414 Hidden Creek Ct

129 Ilex Dr

Blue Ridge Hills Apartments
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360 Lee St

350 Herndon Way

350 Herndon Ln, Unit 129, Unit 129

Laurels at Greenwood

Heritage at Riverstone

Walden Crossing Apartments

247 Cottonwood Creek Cir
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355 Cartersville St

251 Archer St

Avonlea Springs
Hillcrest, Canton, GA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Hillcrest?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hillcrest Studio Apartments | $1,556 | $1,515 | $1,610 |
| Hillcrest 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,636 | $1,200 | $2,301 |
| Hillcrest 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,883 | $1,178 | $2,655 |
| Hillcrest 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,147 | $1,357 | $5,234 |
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There are currently 31 rentals with your search options within a 3 mile radius of the Hillcrest Neighborhood of Canton, GA.
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Cheapest Available Hillcrest Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Hillcrest area of Canton, GA is a 1 Bed unit found at River Ridge at Canton priced from $1,204. Laurels at Greenwood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $1,250. Here are the most affordable Hillcrest apartments for rent in Canton, GA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| River Ridge at Canton | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,204 |
| Laurels at Greenwood | 2B60 | 2BR,2BA | $1,250 |
| Aspect on the River | Dunwoody | 2BR,1BA | $1,250 |
| Harbor Creek Apartments | A1 - Traditional | 1BR,1BA | $1,319 |
| Heritage at Riverstone | Vogel | 2BR,2BA | $1,355 |
| Accent Overlook | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,365 |
| Canton Mill Lofts | A11 | 1BR,1BA | $1,391 |
| Madison Overlook | A2 | 1BR,1BA | $1,399 |
| Lancaster Ridge | Two Bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $1,410 |
| The Indigo | 1D | 1BR,1BA | $1,427 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Hillcrest, GA
As of April 28, 2026 the best value apartment in the Hillcrest area is the $1.24 price per square foot Jarvis Model at Riverstone Retreat in the in the Waleska Woods neighborhood starting from $2,247. The second greatest value Hillcrest apartment is the 2 Bedroom + Study Model at Grand Reserve at Canton starting at $1,933 with a $1.22 price per square foot in the Waleska Woods neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Hillcrest apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Riverstone Retreat | Jarvis | 3BR,2.5BA | $1.24 |
| Grand Reserve at Canton | 2 Bedroom + Study | 2BR,2BA | $1.22 |
| The Atlantic Canton Ridge | The Canterbury | 3BR,2BA | $1.20 |
| Laurels at Greenwood | 3BMKC | 3BR,2BA | $1.72 |
| Lancaster Ridge | Three Bedroom | 3BR,2BA | $1.54 |
| Walden Crossing Apartments | Oakwood | 1BR,1BA | $1.57 |
| Canton Mill Lofts | B22 | 1BR,1BA | $1.75 |
| Harbor Creek Apartments | A2 - Reimagine | 1BR,1BA | $1.76 |
| Aspect on the River | Dunwoody | 2BR,1BA | $1.63 |
| River Ridge at Canton | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.67 |
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Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
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Lifestyle Ratings
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Hillcrest Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Hillcrest?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Hillcrest is under $1,427.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Hillcrest?
The cheapest apartment in Hillcrest is River Ridge at Canton which is listed at $1,204, while the average apartment in Hillcrest costs $2,097.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Hillcrest?
Student, low-income, and by-the-bed apartments are typically the cheapest rentals in most cities, though they require qualifying criteria to rent. There are 18 regular apartments in Hillcrest that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
How do the prices of cheap apartments compare to the average apartment in Hillcrest?
Cheap apartments in Hillcrest have an average cost of $553 which is $1,544 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Hillcrest.
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