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789 El CaminoBurlingame, CA 94010
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Alta off the Avenue
1415 Floribunda AveBurlingame, CA 94010
820 N El Camino Real
San MateoCA94401
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525 N El Camino RealSan Mateo, CA 94401
1020 El Camino Real
BurlingameCA94010
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145 N El Camino RealSan Mateo, CA 94401
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10 De Sabla RdSan Mateo, CA 94402
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460 N Humboldt StSan Mateo, CA 94401
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142 Elm StSan 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hillsborough Heights Studio Apartments | $2,924 | $2,045 | $4,122 |
| Hillsborough Heights 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,335 | $2,200 | $9,999 |
| Hillsborough Heights 2 Bedroom Apartments | $4,785 | $2,695 | $6,980 |
| Hillsborough Heights 3 Bedroom Apartments | $5,518 | $4,111 | $6,863 |
| Hillsborough Heights 4 Bedroom Apartments | $7,500 | $7,500 | $7,500 |
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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 Alta off the Avenue priced from $2,195. Villa Tuscany Apartment Homes has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $2,245. 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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| Alta off the Avenue | 0BR/1.0BA | Studio,1BA | $2,195 |
| Villa Tuscany Apartment Homes | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2,245 |
| 1950 Ivy St | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2,275 |
| Ambassador Apartments | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $2,325 |
| De Sabla Apartments | Skyline | Studio,1BA | $2,400 |
| Colonial Garden Apartments | Plan 1 | 1BR,1BA | $2,535 |
| Northpark | 1 Bedroom A | 1BR,1BA | $2,670 |
| Royal Pines | 2 Bed 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $2,695 |
| Bellevue Apartments | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $2,695 |
| Park Laurel Apartments | Fully Renovated Studio W/ Washer/Dryer | Studio,1BA | $2,750 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Hillsborough Heights, CA
As of June 27, 2025 the best value apartment in the Hillsborough Heights area is the $2.58 price per square foot 1 Bed, 1 Den, 2 Bath Model at One Three Four Elm Apartments in the in the Central San Mateo neighborhood starting from $3,090. The second greatest value Hillsborough Heights apartment is the 2 Bedrooms + Family Room Model at 718 N Claremont St starting at $3,200 with a $2.67 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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| One Three Four Elm Apartments | 1 Bed, 1 Den, 2 Bath | 2BR,2BA | $2.58 |
| 718 N Claremont St | 2 Bedrooms + Family Room | 2BR,1BA | $2.67 |
| 645 Rollins Rd, Unit 3 | 645 Rollins Rd | 2BR,1.5BA | $3.26 |
| 111 Elm St | 2 bed 1 bath | 2BR,1BA | $3.44 |
| Royal Pines | 2 Bed 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $3.17 |
| Bellevue Apartments | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $3.31 |
| Two Clark Drive Apartments | 1 Bedroom/1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $3.56 |
| 615 Ansel Rd | Ansel | 1BR,1BA | $3.67 |
| Villa Tuscany Apartment Homes | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $3.01 |
| Ambassador Apartments | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $3.67 |
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Best Local Schools in Hillsborough Heights, Hillsborough, CA
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Hillsborough City Elementary School District
Public School - Grades K-5 (263)
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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 Villa Tuscany Apartment Homes which is listed at $2,245, while the average apartment in Hillsborough Heights costs $7,500.
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 11 regular apartments in Hillsborough Heights that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
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Know Your Budget: Calculating What You Can Realistically Afford When Renting
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