Cheap Homes for Rent in Hiller Highlands Neighborhood of Oakland, CA from $1,500 (19 Rentals)

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Hiller Highlands, Oakland, CA Local Guide

Cheapest Available Hiller Highlands Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Hiller Highlands area of San Francisco, CA is a 1 Bed unit found at SHARED & PRIVATE Dorm Style Units Available priced from $600. Spectra Southside (Student) has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $999. Here are the most affordable Hiller Highlands apartments for rent in San Francisco, CA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
SHARED & PRIVATE Dorm Style Units Available1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$600
Spectra Southside (Student)Single1BR,1BA$999
2430 Prospect2 Bedroom | 1 Bath B2BR,1BA$1,025
The BerkArch D14BR,1BA$1,150
Casa ZimbabweRidge House Triples1BR,1BA$1,159

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Hiller Highlands, CA

As of September 19, 2025 the best value apartment in the Hiller Highlands area is the $2.11 price per square foot 5 Bedrooms, 3 Full & 2 Half Baths Model at 680 Hiller Dr Oakland, CA 94618 in the in the Montclair Business neighborhood starting from $7,900. The second greatest value Hiller Highlands apartment is the 551 59th St Model at 551 59th St, Unit #B starting at $3,600 with a $1.95 price per square foot in the Shafter neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Hiller Highlands apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
680 Hiller Dr Oakland, CA 946185 Bedrooms, 3 Full & 2 Half Baths5BR,3.5BA$2.11
551 59th St, Unit #B551 59th St4BR,2.5BA$1.95
Historic-Charming Apartment Steps from the South Side of Campus6 Bedroom | 3 Bath6BR,3BA$1.07
The Laureate3 Beds, 2.5 Baths3BR,2.5BA$1.43
2342 Hilgard Ave, Unit 23422342 Hilgard Ave2BR,1BA$1.10
334 45th St328C1BR,1BA$2.54
FOUND Study Southside Berkeley2 Beds, 1 bath2BR,1BA$2.28
2430 Prospect3 Bedroom | 1 Bath3BR,1BA$2.20
Casa ZimbabweCasa Zimbabwe Triples1BR,1BA$2.32
SHARED & PRIVATE Dorm Style Units Available1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$1.43

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Hiller Highlands, Oakland, CA

Ranked #39

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

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

4.0
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Frequently Asked Questions about Hiller Highlands

What type of rentals are currently available in Hiller Highlands?

There are currently 1269 Apartments for Rent in Hiller Highlands, CA with pricing that ranges from $550 to $22,470. There are also 72 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Hiller Highlands ranging from $1,500 to $14,000.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Hiller Highlands?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Hiller Highlands ranges from $1,500 to $14,000 with an average monthly rent of $5,068.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Hiller Highlands?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Hiller Highlands range from $1,100 to $22,470, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $2,716 to $8,500. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $2,995 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $1,150.

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