Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Hillsborough Hills Neighborhood of Hillsborough, CA from $1,700 (11 Rentals)

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1133-1129 Rhinette Ave
1 Bedroom Apartments

1133-1129 Rhinette Ave

1133-1129 Rhinette AveBurlingame, CA 94010
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1726 Sequoia Ave
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

1726 Sequoia Ave

1726 Sequoia AveBurlingame, CA 94010

Hillsborough Hills, Granite Bay, CA Local Guide

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 The Lamplighter Apartments priced from $2,000. Alta off the Avenue has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $2,195. Here are the most affordable Hillsborough Hills apartments for rent in Granite Bay, CA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
The Lamplighter ApartmentsStudio, 1 bathStudio,1BA$2,000
Alta off the Avenue0BR/1.0BAStudio,1BA$2,195
Villa Tuscany Apartment Homes1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$2,245
Northpark1 Bedroom A1BR,1BA$2,685
Bellevue Apartments1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$2,695

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Hillsborough Hills, CA

As of June 28, 2025 the best value apartment in the Hillsborough Hills area is the $4.13 price per square foot A11 Model at One Adrian in the in the Mills Estates neighborhood starting from $4,540. The second greatest value Hillsborough Hills apartment is the 645 Rollins Rd Model at 645 Rollins Rd, Unit 3 starting at $3,425 with a $3.26 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 ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
One AdrianA111BR,1BA$4.13
645 Rollins Rd, Unit 3645 Rollins Rd2BR,1.5BA$3.26
Bellevue1 Beds, 1 Baths1BR,1BA$4.04
Bellevue Apartments1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$3.31
The Lamplighter Apartments1 Bed, 1 bath1BR,1BA$3.24
Station 16 ApartmentsResidence A71BR,1BA$5.13
615 Ansel RdAnsel1BR,1BA$3.67
Villa Tuscany Apartment Homes1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$3.01
Hanover BurlingameA21BR,1BA$4.94
ArlingtonResidence C1BR,1BA$5.05

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Hillsborough Hills, Hillsborough, CA

Ranked #8

Among neighborhoods in Hillsborough, CA for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

4.0
Pet Friendly

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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

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 $2,995.

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 $7,500.

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 10 regular apartments in Hillsborough Hills that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.

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Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

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Roommate Matching: Finding the Right Fit and Avoiding Pitfalls

Written by: Cheryl Bowman

A fantastic way to save money and enjoy a built-in community is to share an apartment. However, a bad roommate situation can turn your dream rental into a nightmare.

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The Art of the Rental Viewing: What to look for during a property tour

Written by: Marie Brown

You’ve scrolled through countless listings, walked through a blur of rentals, and finally found what feels like the one. The pictures? Fantastic. The neighborhood seems just right.

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Know Your Budget: Calculating What You Can Realistically Afford When Renting

Written by: Lauren Harrington

Renting an apartment or house isn’t just about looking through online ads, choosing a few apartments or homes you want to tour, filling out an application, and putting down a deposit. Those things are all necessary and important.

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The Freedom of Short-Term Leases: Exploring the Advantages for Renters

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If you’re looking to relocate right now, a popular solution that may best fit your current rental needs is a short-term lease.