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Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Hillsborough Heights Neighborhood of Hillsborough, CA from $1,300 (28 Rentals)
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1123 Chula Vista Ave
1123 Chula Vista AveBurlingame, CA 94010
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Bellevue Apartments
1445 Bellevue AveBurlingame, CA 94010
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Country Club
420 N Bayshore FwySan Mateo, CA 94401
119 N Claremont St
San MateoCA94401
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1123 Chula Vista Ave, Unit 3
1123 Chula Vista AveBurlingame, CA 94010
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Ivy Circle
1946 Ivy StSan Mateo, CA 94403
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Fourth Circle
1022 E 4th AveSan Mateo, CA 94401
216 Anita Rd
BurlingameCA94010
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Ambassador Apartments
145 N El Camino RealSan Mateo, CA 94401
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Ryan Tower
120 W 3rd AveSan Mateo, CA 94402
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Alta off the Avenue
1415 Floribunda AveBurlingame, CA 94010
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Brickline Flats
303 Baldwin AveSan Mateo, CA 94401
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116 Elm St
116 Elm StSan Mateo, CA 94401
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1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments
1225 Laguna Avenue Apartments
1225 Laguna AveBurlingame, CA 94010
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1133-1129 Rhinette Ave
1133-1129 Rhinette AveBurlingame, CA 94010
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816 Highland Ave
816 Highland AveSan Mateo, CA 94401
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Kiku Crossing
480 E 4th AveSan Mateo, CA 94401
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227 Elm St
227 Elm StSan Mateo, CA 94401
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Highland Apartments
115 Highland AveBurlingame, CA 94010
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Villa Tuscany Apartment Homes
789 El CaminoBurlingame, CA 94010
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1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments
130-132 Dartmouth Rd
130-132 Dartmouth RdSan Mateo, CA 94402
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1950 Ivy St
1950 Ivy StSan Mateo, CA 94403
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Gateway Apartments
438 N El Camino RealSan Mateo, CA 94401
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Park Central
724 Laurel AveSan Mateo, CA 94401
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128 Lorton Ave
128 Lorton AveBurlingame, CA 94010
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Shore Garden Apartments
505-565 S Norfolk StSan Mateo, CA 94401
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Park Royal Apartments
651 N El Camino RealSan Mateo, CA 94401
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Hillsborough Heights, Granite Bay, CA Local Guide
How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Hillsborough Heights?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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| Hillsborough Heights Studio Apartments | $2,742 | $1,900 | $3,965 |
| Hillsborough Heights 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,582 | $1,800 | $5,549 |
| Hillsborough Heights 2 Bedroom Apartments | $4,956 | $2,857 | $7,526 |
| Hillsborough Heights 3 Bedroom Apartments | $5,488 | $3,795 | $8,966 |
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There are currently 28 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Hillsborough Heights Neighborhood of Hillsborough, CA.
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Cheapest Available Hillsborough Heights Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in the Hillsborough Heights area of Granite Bay, CA is a Studio unit found at Country Club priced from $2,095. Ryan Tower has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $2,499. Here are the most affordable Hillsborough Heights apartments for rent in Granite Bay, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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| Country Club | Studio | Studio,1BA | $2,095 |
| Ryan Tower | Studio | Studio,1BA | $2,499 |
| Alta off the Avenue | Studio B | Studio,1BA | $2,550 |
| 243 N. Ellsworth | 1 bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2,595 |
| Colonial Garden Apartments | Plan 1 | 1BR,1BA | $2,608 |
| Terrace Hills | ONE BEDROOM, 1st FLOOR | 1BR,1BA | $2,625 |
| Burlingame Towers | No Vacancy | 1BR,1BA | $2,700 |
| One Three Four Elm Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2,715 |
| Park Laurel Apartments | Fully Renovated Studio W/ Washer/Dryer | Studio,1BA | $2,750 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Hillsborough Heights, CA
As of March 02, 2026 the best value apartment in the Hillsborough Heights area is the $2.47 price per square foot 21 El Cerrito Ave Model at 21 El Cerrito Ave, Unit 21 in the in the Central San Mateo neighborhood starting from $4,700. The second greatest value Hillsborough Heights apartment is the 3x2 Model at Ambassador Apartments starting at $3,795 with a $3.31 price per square foot in the Central San Mateo neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Hillsborough Heights apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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| 21 El Cerrito Ave, Unit 21 | 21 El Cerrito Ave | 2BR,2.5BA | $2.47 |
| Ambassador Apartments | 3x2 | 3BR,2BA | $3.31 |
| 645 Rollins Rd, Unit Unit 2 | 645 Rollins Rd | 2BR,1.5BA | $3.57 |
| 603 Woodside Way, Unit 3 | 603 Woodside Way | 2BR,1BA | $3.80 |
| West 5th | 2 Bedroom A | 2BR,1BA | $3.30 |
| Two Clark Drive Apartments | 1 Bedroom/1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $3.44 |
| Oakview | 1x1C | 1BR,1BA | $3.54 |
| The Maurice Apartments | No Vacancy | 1BR,1BA | $3.61 |
| One Three Four Elm Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $3.53 |
| Burlingame Towers | No Vacancy | 1BR,1BA | $3.97 |
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Best Local Schools in Hillsborough Heights, Hillsborough, CA
South Hillsborough
Hillsborough City Elementary School District
Public School - Grades K-5 (244)
8 out of 10
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8 out of 10
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Hillsborough Heights Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Hillsborough Heights?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Hillsborough Heights is under $2,750.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Hillsborough Heights?
The cheapest apartment in Hillsborough Heights is Colonial Garden Apartments which is listed at $2,608, while the average apartment in Hillsborough Heights costs $5,499.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Hillsborough Heights?
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 6 regular apartments in Hillsborough Heights 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 Hillsborough Heights?
Cheap apartments in Hillsborough Heights have an average cost of $698 which is $4,801 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Hillsborough Heights.
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