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Cheap Apartments for Rent in Hillsborough, CA from $1,300 (43 Rentals)
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$2,245 - $2,5451 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
Villa Tuscany Apartment Homes
789 El CaminoBurlingame, CA 94010
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$2,250 - $2,350Studio Apartments Available Now
2010 Trousdale Dr
2010 Trousdale DrBurlingame, CA 94010
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Fiesta Apartments
640-700 19th AveSan Mateo, CA 94403
216 Anita Rd
BurlingameCA94010
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Ambassador Apartments
145 N El Camino RealSan Mateo, CA 94401
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Station 16 Apartments
126 N Rollins RdMillbrae, CA 94030
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1401 Floribunda AveBurlingame, CA 94010
205 Monte Diablo
San MateoCA94401
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De Sabla Apartments
10 De Sabla RdSan Mateo, CA 94402
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Burlingame Towers
1469 Bellevue AveBurlingame, CA 94010
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Hillside Gardens
810 Polhemus RdSan Mateo, CA 94402
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Hillsborough, CA Local Guide
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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Hillsborough?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hillsborough Studio Apartments | $3,014 | $2,195 | $4,121 |
| Hillsborough 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,859 | $2,245 | $10,000+ |
| Hillsborough 2 Bedroom Apartments | $5,100 | $2,700 | $10,000+ |
| Hillsborough 3 Bedroom Apartments | $6,564 | $4,280 | $8,057 |
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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Hillsborough, CA
Pricing Updated: 09/12/2025Current 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 | $6,867 | $2,095 | 110 |
Cheapest Available Hillsborough Apartments for Rent and Nearby
The cheapest available apartment rental in Hillsborough, CA is a 1 Bed unit found at Villa Tuscany Apartment Homes in the Burlingame Park neighborhood priced from $2,245. 2010 Trousdale Dr in the Mills Estates neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $2,270. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Hillsborough apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Villa Tuscany Apartment Homes | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2,245 |
| 2010 Trousdale Dr | Garden Studio | Studio,1BA | $2,270 |
| Fourth Circle | Studio | Studio,1BA | $2,272 |
| 1950 Ivy St | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2,275 |
| Ivy Circle | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2,400 |
| Ambassador Apartments | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $2,425 |
| Hillside Gardens | Castle Peak | 1BR,1BA | $2,700 |
| One Three Four Elm Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2,715 |
| Terrace Hills | ONE BEDROOM, 2nd FLOOR | 1BR,1BA | $2,725 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Hillsborough, CA and Nearby
As of September 13, 2025 the best value apartment in the Hillsborough area is the $2.67 price per square foot 2 Bedrooms + Family Room Model at 718 N Claremont St in the in the Central San Mateo neighborhood starting from $3,200. The second greatest value Hillsborough apartment is the 2x1.5 Model at Monterey Garden starting at $3,999 with a $3.34 price per square foot in the Central San Mateo 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. |
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| 718 N Claremont St | 2 Bedrooms + Family Room | 2BR,1BA | $2.67 |
| Monterey Garden | 2x1.5 | 2BR,1.5BA | $3.34 |
| 300 Murchison Dr, #202, Unit 202 | 300 Murchison Dr, #202 | 2BR,2BA | $3.42 |
| 645 Rollins Rd, Unit Unit 3 | 645 Rollins Rd | 2BR,1.5BA | $3.26 |
| 515 N El Camino Real | 2 Beds, 1 bath | 2BR,1BA | $3.00 |
| 111 Elm St | 2 bed 1 bath | 2BR,1BA | $3.44 |
| Two Clark Drive Apartments | 1 Bedroom/1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $3.44 |
| One Three Four Elm Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $3.53 |
| 1646 S Grant St, Unit 4 | 1646 S Grant St | 1BR,1BA | $3.39 |
| Villa Tuscany Apartment Homes | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $3.01 |
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Getting Around Hillsborough, CA
Walk Score®
11 / 100
Car-Dependent
Almost all errands require a car
Bike Score®
15 / 100
Somewhat Bikeable
Minimal bike infrastructure
Transit Score®
4 / 100
Minimal Transit
It may be possible to get on a bus
What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Hillsborough Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Hillsborough?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Hillsborough is under $2,725.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Hillsborough?
The cheapest apartment in Hillsborough is Villa Tuscany Apartment Homes which is listed at $2,245, while the average apartment in Hillsborough costs $6,867.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Hillsborough?
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 25 regular apartments in Hillsborough 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?
Cheap apartments in Hillsborough have an average cost of $695 which is $6,172 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Hillsborough.
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The move-in inspection checklist is a crucial tool for both tenants and landlords. This checklist, provided by the team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com, helps document the condition of an apartment at the time of move-in.
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Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.
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Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.
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