Cheap Apartments for Rent in Hillsborough, CA from $1,300 (60 Rentals)

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property at 42 Mission Dr

$2,750

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$2,750
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$2,750

1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Home for Rent

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42 Mission Dr

San MateoCA94402

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property at 828 N El Camino Real

$2,850

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$2,850
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$2,850

1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Condo for Rent

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828 N El Camino Real, Unit 8

828 N El Camino Real
San MateoCA94401
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Brickline Flats
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

Brickline Flats

303 Baldwin AveSan Mateo, CA 94401
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116 Elm St
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

116 Elm St

116 Elm StSan Mateo, CA 94401
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Montara
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Montara

2775 S Delaware StSan Mateo, CA 94403
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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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816 Highland Ave
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

816 Highland Ave

816 Highland AveSan Mateo, CA 94401
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Kiku Crossing
Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Kiku Crossing

480 E 4th AveSan Mateo, CA 94401
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227 Elm St
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

227 Elm St

227 Elm StSan Mateo, CA 94401
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Highland Apartments
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

Highland Apartments

115 Highland AveBurlingame, CA 94010
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130-132 Dartmouth Rd
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

130-132 Dartmouth Rd

130-132 Dartmouth RdSan Mateo, CA 94402
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1726 Sequoia Ave
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

1726 Sequoia Ave

1726 Sequoia AveBurlingame, CA 94010
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1950 Ivy St
1 Bedroom Apartments

1950 Ivy St

1950 Ivy StSan Mateo, CA 94403
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Gateway Apartments
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Gateway Apartments

438 N El Camino RealSan Mateo, CA 94401
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Park Central
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Park Central

724 Laurel AveSan Mateo, CA 94401
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1113 Haddon Dr
1 Bedroom Apartments

1113 Haddon Dr

1113 Haddon DrSan Mateo, CA 94402
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1109 Haddon Dr
1 Bedroom Apartments

1109 Haddon Dr

1109 Haddon DrSan Mateo, CA 94402
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128 Lorton Ave
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

128 Lorton Ave

128 Lorton AveBurlingame, CA 94010
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Park Royal Apartments
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Park Royal Apartments

651 N El Camino RealSan Mateo, CA 94401
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Hillsborough, CA Local Guide

Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Hillsborough, CA

Pricing Updated: 05/30/2026

Current 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:

NeighborhoodMedian PriceMin PriceAvailable Units
Brewer Subdivision$6,465$2,15095

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. Colonial Garden Apartments in the Central San Mateo neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $2,488. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Hillsborough apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Country ClubStudioStudio,1BA$2,095
Colonial Garden ApartmentsPlan 11BR,1BA$2,488
Alta off the AvenueStudio BStudio,1BA$2,550
Hillside GardensCastle Peak1BR,1BA$2,700
ArlingtonStudio 03Studio,1BA$2,725
Two Clark Drive Apartments1 Bedroom/1 Bathroom1BR,1BA$2,750
Oakview1x1C1BR,1BA$2,825
Northpark1 Bedroom A1BR,1BA$3,082
Crown Towers Apartments1062BR,1BA$3,195
Hanover BurlingameS1Studio,1BA$3,231

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Hillsborough, CA and Nearby

As of May 31, 2026 the best value apartment in the Hillsborough area is the $2.81 price per square foot 2 Beds, 2 baths Model at The Lamplighter Apartments in the in the Mills Estates neighborhood starting from $3,650. The second greatest value Hillsborough apartment is the Plan 2D Model at The Bower starting at $5,692 with a $4.72 price per square foot in the Bayfront neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Hillsborough apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
The Lamplighter Apartments2 Beds, 2 baths2BR,2BA$2.81
The BowerPlan 2D2BR,2BA$4.72
Ambassador Apartments3x23BR,2BA$2.86
2727 EdisonBrentwood2BR,2BA$4.66
Crown Towers Apartments1062BR,1BA$3.36
888 San Mateo Apartments1xI (AVAIL 07/10/2026)1BR,1BA$3.95
Two Clark Drive Apartments1 Bedroom/1 Bathroom1BR,1BA$3.44
Oakview1x1C1BR,1BA$3.58
Hillside GardensCastle Peak1BR,1BA$3.60
Colonial Garden ApartmentsPlan 11BR,1BA$4.65

Don't Settle: How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

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Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary | ApartmentHomeLiving.com Renter University

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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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Hillsborough, CA

Ranked #140

Among cities in California for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.

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2.5
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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 $3,231.

What is the price of a cheap apartment in Hillsborough?

The cheapest apartment in Hillsborough is Colonial Garden Apartments which is listed at $2,488, while the average apartment in Hillsborough costs $6,465.

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 1 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 $134 which is $6,331 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Hillsborough.

Expert Rental Resources

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Articles, How-To's, and Tips

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Neighborhood and Market Insights: How to Choose the Right Area to Rent

Written by: Robin Stewart

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A Seasoned Property Manager's Step-by-Step Guide to Getting Your Deposit Back

Written by: Lauren Harrington

I’m going to talk with you as a seasoned property manager and friend. So, let’s start with your security deposit. I want you to think about this guide as insider information. You deserve your deposit back.

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Expert Solutions for Creating the Perfect Work-From-Home Apartment Layouts

Written by: Lauren Harrington

This article is based on first-hand experience managing apartment communities and helping renters adapt to their spaces after moving in.

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What Does “Rent Burdened” Mean? How Much Rent Is Too Much

Written by: Lauren Harrington

This article draws from first-hand renter experiences and recurring financial challenges reported after moving in.