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Hillcrest, CA Local Guide

Cheapest Available Hillcrest Apartments for Rent and Nearby

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Hillcrest, CA is a 1 Bed unit found at Auburn Vista in the Solera at Kern Canyon neighborhood priced from $441. Santa Fe Apartments in the Rosemary Arbor neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $937. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Hillcrest apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Auburn Vista1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom1BR,1BA$441
Santa Fe Apartments2 Beds, 2 baths2BR,2BA$937
Pacific TerraceStudioStudio,1BA$995
Terrace West ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$1,050
Casa Real Apartments1 Bedroom 1 Bath1BR,1BA$1,125
The Rowan ApartmentsOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,200
Del Pine Terrace1 Bedroom 1 Bath1BR,1BA$1,250
Serena Vista Apartments LLC1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom1BR,1BA$1,300
Whispering Meadows Apartments and Suites1 bedroom1BR,1BA$1,300
Park SorrentoOne Bedroom One Bath B1BR,1BA$1,325

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Hillcrest, CA and Nearby

As of August 23, 2026 the best value apartment in the Hillcrest area is the $0.94 price per square foot 3 bed Model at 1419 Jefferson St in the in the East Bakersfield neighborhood starting from $1,600. The second greatest value Hillcrest apartment is the Two Bedroom 1 bath (Downstairs) Model at Country Club Vista starting at $1,610 with a $1.54 price per square foot in the Solera at Kern Canyon neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Hillcrest apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
1419 Jefferson St3 bed3BR,2BA$0.94
Country Club VistaTwo Bedroom 1 bath (Downstairs)2BR,1BA$1.54
Highland Oaks Apartments & Arcadia Townhomes2 Bed 1 Bath Upstairs2BR,1BA$1.51
Santa Fe Apartments2 Beds, 2 baths2BR,2BA$1.04
Valley SpringsTownhouse2BR,1BA$1.61
Serramonte ParkToscana2BR,1BA$1.57
Autumn Glen Apartments2 Bed 1.5 Bath Townhomes2BR,1.5BA$1.80
Villa Sienna Apartment HomesMarbella1BR,1.5BA$1.70
Whispering Meadows Apartments and Suites1 bedroom1BR,1BA$1.73
Serena Vista Apartments LLC1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom1BR,1BA$1.83

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From the letter A all the way to the letter Z, the Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary from the content team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provides our visitors and shoppers with a little clarity and helpful guidance in navigating the real estate world through definitions and explainers for the top subjects and terms that someone may come across during the leasing, buying, or selling process.

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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Hillcrest Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Hillcrest?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Hillcrest is at Pacific Terrace listed at $995.

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Hillcrest Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Hillcrest Apartment is $441 at Auburn Vista.

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Hillcrest Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Hillcrest is starting from $507 at Auburn Vista.

What is the most affordable Hillcrest Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Hillcrest Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Auburn Vista and starts from $596.

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