
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Hillsborough Knolls Neighborhood of Hillsborough, CA from $1,700 (52 Rentals)
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Ambassador Apartments

6 Seville Way, Unit 303

Burlingame Towers

Two Clark Drive Apartments

Arlington

Oakview

1340 Palos Verdes Dr

The Maurice Apartments

Alta off the Avenue
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710 Laurel Ave, Unit SI FL2-ID1148

623 Ansel road

De Sabla Apartments

Bellevue Apartments

1265 Oak Grove Ave

Lakeview Garden

Glendora Apartments

One Three Four Elm Apartments

888 San Mateo Apartments

RYAN TOWER
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710 Laurel Ave, Unit GO FL3-ID2069

116 Elm St

816 Highland Ave

Kiku Crossing

227 Elm St

Highland Apartments

Villa Tuscany Apartment Homes

130-132 Dartmouth Rd

Gateway Apartments
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Park Central

Glendora Apartments

128 Lorton Ave

6 Seville Way

Terrace Hills

433 Turner Terrace

Florigrove Apartments

615 Ansel Rd

100 Dartmouth Rd

Village At Burlingame
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515 N El Camino Real

111 Elm St

Crown Towers Apartments

1005 Burlingame

1500 Newlands Ave

718 N Claremont St

1249-1265 Oak Grove Ave

200 Anita Rd

Bellevue

Park Royal
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Hillsborough Knolls, Granite Bay, CA Local Guide
How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Hillsborough Knolls?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hillsborough Knolls Studio Apartments | $3,185 | $2,150 | $3,930 |
| Hillsborough Knolls 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,465 | $2,575 | $4,995 |
| Hillsborough Knolls 2 Bedroom Apartments | $5,039 | $3,385 | $7,070 |
| Hillsborough Knolls 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,108 | $3,275 | $5,500 |
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There are currently 52 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Hillsborough Knolls Neighborhood of Hillsborough, CA.
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Cheapest Available Hillsborough Knolls Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Hillsborough Knolls 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 Knolls 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 |
| Crown Towers Apartments | 206 | 2BR,1BA | $3,195 |
| 1249-1265 Oak Grove Ave | 1 Beds, 1 Baths | 1BR,1BA | $3,250 |
| Glendora Apartments | Glendora 1x1wd | 1BR,1BA | $3,295 |
| Ambassador Apartments | 2x2 | 2BR,2BA | $3,495 |
| Two50 Downtown | Studio 550 sq ft | Studio,1BA | $3,895 |
| Colonial Garden Apartments | Plan 3A | 3BR,1BA | $4,121 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Hillsborough Knolls, CA
As of July 29, 2026 the best value apartment in the Hillsborough Knolls area is the $3.96 price per square foot 2 Bedroom D Model at West 5th in the in the Central San Mateo neighborhood starting from $4,317. The second greatest value Hillsborough Knolls 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 Knolls apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| West 5th | 2 Bedroom D | 2BR,2BA | $3.96 |
| Ambassador Apartments | 2x2 | 2BR,2BA | $3.57 |
| Crown Towers Apartments | 206 | 2BR,1BA | $3.36 |
| Colonial Garden Apartments | Plan 3A | 3BR,1.5BA | $4.49 |
| Glendora Apartments | Glendora 1x1wd | 1BR,1BA | $3.74 |
| Two Clark Drive Apartments | 1 Bedroom/1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $3.44 |
| Oakview | 1x1C | 1BR,1BA | $3.58 |
| Alta off the Avenue | One Bedroom A | 1BR,1BA | $4.04 |
| 1249-1265 Oak Grove Ave | 1 Beds, 1 Baths | 1BR,1BA | $5.28 |
| Country Club | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $5.99 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Hillsborough Knolls Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Hillsborough Knolls?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Hillsborough Knolls is at Country Club listed at $2,095.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Hillsborough Knolls Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Hillsborough Knolls Apartment is $2,750 at Two Clark Drive Apartments.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Hillsborough Knolls Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Hillsborough Knolls is starting from $3,195 at Crown Towers Apartments.
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