
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Hillsborough Heights Neighborhood of Hillsborough, CA from $1,700 (34 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in the Hillsborough Heights area of Hillsborough.


Country Club

Fourth Circle

Ivy Circle

Ambassador Apartments

Burlingame Towers

42 Mission Dr

Two Clark Drive Apartments
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Oakview

116 Elm St

1440 El Camino Real

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1919 Alameda de las Pulgas

1133-1129 Rhinette Ave

816 Highland Ave
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Kiku Crossing

227 Elm St

Highland Apartments

320 Peninsula Ave

Villa Tuscany Apartment Homes

130-132 Dartmouth Rd

1950 Ivy St

Gateway Apartments
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Park Central

128 Lorton Ave

Shore Garden Apartments

6 Seville Way

Terrace Hills

433 Turner Terrace

960 Palm

Florigrove Apartments
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615 Ansel Rd

1312 El Camino Real
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 | $3,087 | $2,150 | $3,895 |
| Hillsborough Heights 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,921 | $2,500 | $5,296 |
| Hillsborough Heights 2 Bedroom Apartments | $5,545 | $3,280 | $6,670 |
| Hillsborough Heights 3 Bedroom Apartments | $5,337 | $3,275 | $7,467 |
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There are currently 34 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. Two Clark Drive Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $2,750. Here are the most affordable Hillsborough Heights apartments for rent in Granite Bay, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Country Club | Studio | Studio,1BA | $2,095 |
| Two Clark Drive Apartments | 1 Bedroom/1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $2,750 |
| Oakview | 1x1C | 1BR,1BA | $2,825 |
| Alta off the Avenue | One Bedroom A | 1BR,1BA | $2,900 |
| 1249-1265 Oak Grove Ave | 1 Beds, 1 Baths | 1BR,1BA | $3,250 |
| Northpark | 1 Bedroom A | 1BR,1BA | $3,315 |
| Ambassador Apartments | 2x2 | 2BR,2BA | $3,495 |
| Two50 Downtown | Studio 550 sq ft | Studio,1BA | $3,895 |
| The Bower | Plan 1C | 1BR,1BA | $4,741 |
| Anson | A2 | 1BR,1BA | $4,927 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Hillsborough Heights, CA
As of July 23, 2026 the best value apartment in the Hillsborough Heights area is the $4.36 price per square foot 2C Model at Azara in the in the Western Hills neighborhood starting from $5,566. The second greatest value Hillsborough Heights apartment is the 2x2 Model at Ambassador Apartments starting at $3,495 with a $3.57 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Azara | 2C | 2BR,2BA | $4.36 |
| Ambassador Apartments | 2x2 | 2BR,2BA | $3.57 |
| Two Clark Drive Apartments | 1 Bedroom/1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $3.44 |
| Anson | A2 | 1BR,1BA | $6.21 |
| Oakview | 1x1C | 1BR,1BA | $3.58 |
| The Bower | Plan 1C | 1BR,1BA | $6.47 |
| Alta off the Avenue | One Bedroom A | 1BR,1BA | $4.04 |
| 1249-1265 Oak Grove Ave | 1 Beds, 1 Baths | 1BR,1BA | $5.28 |
| Northpark | 1 Bedroom A | 1BR,1BA | $6.38 |
| Country Club | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $5.99 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Hillsborough Heights Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Hillsborough Heights?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Hillsborough Heights is at Country Club listed at $2,095.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Hillsborough Heights Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Hillsborough Heights Apartment is $2,750 at Two Clark Drive Apartments.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Hillsborough Heights Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Hillsborough Heights is starting from $3,495 at Ambassador Apartments.
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