Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Hillcrest Neighborhood of Little Rock, AR from $400 (31 Rentals)

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property at 500 S Valentine St

$950 - $1,150

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1 To 2 Bedroom Townhomes for Rent

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500 S Valentine St

Little RockAR72205
property at 214 S Park St

$895 - $995

1 Bedroom Rentals

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214 S Park St

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property at 5618 B St

$1,100

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5618 B St

Little RockAR72205
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Tiki Apartments
1 Bedroom Apartments

Tiki Apartments

200-204 N Filmore StLittle Rock, AR 72205
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Yorkshire Apartments
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Yorkshire Apartments

700 N Cedar StLittle Rock, AR 72205
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5522-5524 B St
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

5522-5524 B St

5522-5524 B StLittle Rock, AR 72205
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Barton Oaks Apartments
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Barton Oaks Apartments

107 Barton StLittle Rock, AR 72205
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Valley View
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Valley View

2500 Kavanaugh BlvdLittle Rock, AR 72205
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Jackson House
1 Bedroom Apartments

Jackson House

121 N Jackson StLittle Rock, AR 72205
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Woodruff Lofts
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Woodruff Lofts

3010 W 7th StLittle Rock, AR 72205
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Hillcrest, Little Rock, AR Local Guide

Cheapest Available Hillcrest Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Hillcrest area of Little Rock, AR is a 1 Bed unit found at Oakwood Place Apartments priced from $640. Arbor Pointe at Hillcrest has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $769. Here are the most affordable Hillcrest apartments for rent in Little Rock, AR:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Oakwood Place ApartmentsOriginal Floor Plan1BR,1BA$640
Arbor Pointe at HillcrestPinnacleStudio,1BA$769
Forest PlaceSpruce1BR,1BA$882
Esplanade District ApartmentsClassic Single1BR,1BA$1,062
Riverhouse ApartmentsA21BR,1BA$1,300
Mockingbird PointStudioStudio,1BA$1,400
Fitzroy RiverdaleArthurStudio,1BA$1,420

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Hillcrest, AR

As of May 01, 2026 the best value apartment in the Hillcrest area is the $1.49 price per square foot Superior Single Model at Esplanade District Apartments in the in the Riverdale neighborhood starting from $1,136. The second greatest value Hillcrest apartment is the A2 Model at Riverhouse Apartments starting at $1,300 with a $1.76 price per square foot in the Ward 3 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.
Esplanade District ApartmentsSuperior Single1BR,1BA$1.49
Riverhouse ApartmentsA21BR,1BA$1.76
Fitzroy RiverdaleArthurStudio ,1BA$2.36
Forest PlaceSpruce1BR,1BA$1.56
Oakwood Place ApartmentsRenovated Floor Plan1BR,1BA$1.31
Arbor Pointe at HillcrestPinnacleStudio ,1BA$1.67
Mockingbird PointStudioStudio ,1BA$3.50

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

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Exploring Little Rock: A Student's Guide on Where to Live Near Little Rock's Best Colleges

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Hillcrest, Little Rock, AR

Ranked #41

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

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2.5
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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 Arbor Pointe at Hillcrest listed at $769.

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

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Hillcrest Apartment is $640 at Oakwood Place Apartments.

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 $979 at Arbor Pointe at Hillcrest.

Expert Rental Resources

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Exploring the Best Affordable Neighborhoods in Little Rock: Finding Your Perfect Place

Written by: Melissa Maxwell

I lived in Little Rock, Arkansas for a time as a child. My grandmother was born and raised there with her seven brothers and sisters. On the day my grandmother was born, her father paid the doctor with a hog.

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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.