Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Hillsborough Heights Neighborhood of Hillsborough, CA from $1,300 (30 Rentals)
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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Hillsborough Heights?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hillsborough Heights Studio Apartments | $2,983 | $2,195 | $4,212 |
| Hillsborough Heights 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,459 | $1,800 | $4,998 |
| Hillsborough Heights 2 Bedroom Apartments | $4,799 | $2,560 | $8,541 |
| Hillsborough Heights 3 Bedroom Apartments | $5,476 | $4,400 | $6,635 |
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There are currently 30 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 Oakview priced from $2,205. Fourth Circle has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Oakview | STUDIO | Studio,1BA | $2,205 |
| Fourth Circle | Studio | Studio,1BA | $2,245 |
| Villa Tuscany Apartment Homes | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2,245 |
| 1950 Ivy St | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2,275 |
| 243 N. Ellsworth | 1 bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2,395 |
| De Sabla Apartments | Skyline | Studio,1BA | $2,425 |
| Ambassador Apartments | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $2,450 |
| Arlington | Studio 03 | Studio,1BA | $2,500 |
| Northpark | 1 Bedroom A | 1BR,1BA | $2,652 |
| One Three Four Elm Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2,715 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Hillsborough Heights, CA
As of November 11, 2025 the best value apartment in the Hillsborough Heights area is the $3.03 price per square foot 3 Bedroom Large Model at West 5th in the in the Central San Mateo neighborhood starting from $4,753. 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| West 5th | 3 Bedroom Large | 3BR,2BA | $3.03 |
| 718 N Claremont St | 2 Bedrooms + Family Room | 2BR,1BA | $2.67 |
| Burlingame Towers | 2x2 | 2BR,2BA | $3.31 |
| 645 Rollins Rd, Unit Unit 3 | 645 Rollins Rd | 2BR,1.5BA | $3.29 |
| 515 N El Camino Real | 2 Beds, 1 bath | 2BR,1BA | $3.00 |
| 111 Elm St | 2 bed 1 bath | 2BR,1BA | $3.44 |
| Two Clark Drive Apartments | 1 Bedroom/1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $3.44 |
| One Three Four Elm Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $3.53 |
| Villa Tuscany Apartment Homes | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $3.01 |
| 243 N. Ellsworth | 1 bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $3.42 |
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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 $2,715.
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 $8,392.
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 9 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 $767 which is $7,625 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Hillsborough Heights.
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