
Cheap Apartments for Rent near Hillsborough, CA from $1,700 (52 Rentals)
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Country Club

South Delaware Apartments

Ivy Circle

24 Lorton Ave

Fourth Circle

2010 Trousdale Dr

Fiesta Apartments

Ambassador Apartments

6 Seville Way, Unit 303
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Station 16 Apartments

1405 Oak Grove Ave, Unit 104

42 Mission Dr

Two Clark Drive Apartments

Oakview

Arlington

Burlingame Towers

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710 Laurel Ave, Unit SI FL2-ID1148

1340 Palos Verdes Dr

Bermuda Apartments
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Alta off the Avenue

The Maurice Apartments

116 Elm St

1440 El Camino Real

1225 Laguna Avenue Apartments

Montara

1133-1129 Rhinette Ave

816 Highland Ave

Kiku Crossing

227 Elm St
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807 Taurus Dr

2831 – 2845 Flores Apartments

Highland Apartments

Villa Tuscany Apartment Homes

130-132 Dartmouth Rd

1726 Sequoia Ave

1950 Ivy St

Gateway Apartments

Park Central

1113 Haddon Dr
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Glendora Apartments

1109 Haddon Dr

128 Lorton Ave

Shore Garden Apartments

6 Seville Way

Terrace Hills

433 Turner Terrace

960 Palm

Florigrove Apartments

615 Ansel Rd
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Hillsborough, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Hillsborough?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hillsborough Studio Apartments | $3,207 | $2,150 | $3,897 |
| Hillsborough 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,989 | $2,300 | $5,496 |
| Hillsborough 2 Bedroom Apartments | $5,444 | $2,850 | $6,760 |
| Hillsborough 3 Bedroom Apartments | $6,279 | $3,275 | $8,713 |
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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Hillsborough, CA
Pricing Updated: 07/15/2026Current apartment rentals in the Hillsborough, CA area range in price from to with an overall median price of . Here is today’s list neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for Hillsborough Apartments for rent:
| Neighborhood | Median Price | Min Price | Available Units |
|---|---|---|---|
| Brewer Subdivision | $6,677 | $2,150 | 46 |
Cheapest Available Hillsborough Apartments for Rent and Nearby
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Hillsborough, CA is a Studio unit found at Country Club in the Central San Mateo neighborhood priced from $2,095. Two Clark Drive Apartments in the Central San Mateo neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $2,750. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Hillsborough apartments for rent:
| 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 |
| Arlington | Studio 03 | Studio,1BA | $2,795 |
| Oakview | 1x1C | 1BR,1BA | $2,825 |
| Northpark | 1 Bedroom A | 1BR,1BA | $3,137 |
| Station 16 Apartments | Residence S2 Affordable | Studio,1BA | $3,183 |
| Glendora Apartments | Glendora 1x1wd | 1BR,1BA | $3,295 |
| Station Park Green | Fir | 1BR,1BA | $3,867 |
| Two50 Downtown | Studio 550 sq ft | Studio,1BA | $3,895 |
| Revery | A3 | 1BR,1BA | $3,952 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Hillsborough, CA and Nearby
As of July 15, 2026 the best value apartment in the Hillsborough area is the $4.44 price per square foot 3 Bedrooms, 2 Bathrooms Model at Flores Manor Apartments in the in the Western Hills neighborhood starting from $6,000. The second greatest value Hillsborough apartment is the 2C Model at Azara starting at $5,560 with a $4.36 price per square foot in the Western Hills neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Hillsborough apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Flores Manor Apartments | 3 Bedrooms, 2 Bathrooms | 3BR,2BA | $4.44 |
| Azara | 2C | 2BR,2BA | $4.36 |
| 2727 Edison | Brentwood | 2BR,2BA | $4.48 |
| Glendora Apartments | Glendora 1x1wd | 1BR,1BA | $3.74 |
| Hanover Burlingame | A8 | 1BR,1BA | $5.96 |
| Two Clark Drive Apartments | 1 Bedroom/1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $3.44 |
| Oakview | 1x1C | 1BR,1BA | $3.58 |
| Station Park Green | Fir | 1BR,1BA | $5.42 |
| Northpark | 1 Bedroom C | 1BR,1BA | $5.19 |
| Country Club | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $5.99 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleHillsborough, CA
Ranked #143
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Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
2.5Pet Friendly
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Hillsborough Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Hillsborough?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Hillsborough is at Country Club listed at $2,095.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Hillsborough Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Hillsborough Apartment is $2,750 at Two Clark Drive Apartments.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Hillsborough Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Hillsborough is starting from $4,527 at Station 16 Apartments.
What is the most affordable Hillsborough Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Hillsborough Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Station 16 Apartments and starts from $5,170.
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