Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Hillsborough Hills Neighborhood of Hillsborough, CA from $1,700 (17 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in the Hillsborough Hills area of Hillsborough.

Bellevue Apartments

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Hillsborough Hills, Granite Bay, CA Local Guide
How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Hillsborough Hills?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hillsborough Hills Studio Apartments | $2,959 | $2,070 | $4,148 |
| Hillsborough Hills 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,904 | $2,245 | $5,970 |
| Hillsborough Hills 2 Bedroom Apartments | $5,266 | $3,300 | $8,475 |
| Hillsborough Hills 3 Bedroom Apartments | $7,097 | $5,783 | $10,000+ |
Browse Apartments in this Neighborhood
There are currently 17 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Hillsborough Hills Neighborhood of Hillsborough, CA.
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Cheapest Available Hillsborough Hills Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Hillsborough Hills area of Granite Bay, CA is a Studio unit found at 2010 Trousdale Dr priced from $2,070. 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 Hills apartments for rent in Granite Bay, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 Trousdale Dr | Garden Studio | Studio,1BA | $2,070 |
| Villa Tuscany Apartment Homes | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2,245 |
| 496 Richmond Drive | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2,250 |
| Arlington | Studio 03 | Studio,1BA | $2,500 |
| 412 Richmond Dr | 2 bed 1 bath | 2BR,1BA | $2,750 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Hillsborough Hills, CA
As of December 05, 2025 the best value apartment in the Hillsborough Hills area is the $3.28 price per square foot 2x2 Model at Burlingame Towers in the in the Burlingame Park neighborhood starting from $3,500. The second greatest value Hillsborough Hills apartment is the 645 Rollins Rd Model at 645 Rollins Rd, Unit 3 starting at $3,450 with a $3.29 price per square foot in the North Central San Mateo neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Hillsborough Hills apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Burlingame Towers | 2x2 | 2BR,2BA | $3.28 |
| 645 Rollins Rd, Unit 3 | 645 Rollins Rd | 2BR,1.5BA | $3.29 |
| 412 Richmond Dr | 2 bed 1 bath | 2BR,1BA | $2.84 |
| Anson | A1-PH | 1BR,1BA | $5.12 |
| 950 Chula Vista Ave, Unit 1 | 950 Chula Vista Ave | 2BR,1BA | $4.53 |
| Villa Tuscany Apartment Homes | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $3.01 |
| Station 16 Apartments | Residence A5 | 1BR,1BA | $4.92 |
| One Adrian | A2 | 1BR,1BA | $5.11 |
| 496 Richmond Drive | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $3.81 |
| 2010 Trousdale Dr | Garden Studio | Studio ,1BA | $4.14 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleHillsborough Hills, Hillsborough, CA
Ranked #12
Among cities in California for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
4.0Pet Friendly
Getting Around the Hillsborough Hills Neighborhood in Hillsborough, CA
Walk Score®
26 / 100
Car-Dependent
Most errands require a car
Bike Score®
9 / 100
Somewhat Bikeable
Minimal bike infrastructure
What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?
- Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
- Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
- Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Hillsborough Hills Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Hillsborough Hills?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Hillsborough Hills is under $3,184.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Hillsborough Hills?
The cheapest apartment in Hillsborough Hills is Villa Tuscany Apartment Homes which is listed at $2,245, while the average apartment in Hillsborough Hills costs $6,844.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Hillsborough Hills?
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 12 regular apartments in Hillsborough Hills 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 Hills?
Cheap apartments in Hillsborough Hills have an average cost of $486 which is $6,358 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Hillsborough Hills.
Expert Rental Resources
Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips
The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

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