Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Pill Hill Neighborhood of Oakland, CA from $1,000 (13 Rentals)
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Pill Hill, Oakland, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Pill Hill?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pill Hill Studio Apartments | $2,254 | $1,050 | $3,279 |
| Pill Hill 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,604 | $1,920 | $4,314 |
| Pill Hill 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,333 | $2,487 | $5,165 |
| Pill Hill 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,262 | $3,430 | $5,768 |
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There are currently 13 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Pill Hill Neighborhood of Oakland, CA.
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Cheapest Available Pill Hill Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Pill Hill area of San Francisco, CA is a Studio unit found at 3301 Telegraph Ave. priced from $1,300. Hanover Northgate has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,934. Here are the most affordable Pill Hill apartments for rent in San Francisco, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3301 Telegraph Ave. | 0BR/1.0BA | Studio,1BA | $1,300 |
| Hanover Northgate | A | Studio,1BA | $1,934 |
| Town29 | S1 Downtown | Studio,1BA | $2,033 |
| Monogram Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $2,055 |
| The Broadway | A | Studio,1BA | $2,118 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Pill Hill, CA
As of December 30, 2025 the best value apartment in the Pill Hill area is the $3.51 price per square foot C1 Model at Assembly in the in the Pill Hill neighborhood starting from $4,356. The second greatest value Pill Hill apartment is the slo f1 Model at Telegraph Lofts starting at $2,450 with a $2.35 price per square foot in the Pill Hill neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Pill Hill apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Assembly | C1 | 3BR,2BA | $3.51 |
| Telegraph Lofts | slo f1 | Studio ,1BA | $2.35 |
| Edson House | B3 | 2BR,2BA | $3.06 |
| Hanover Northgate | D | Studio ,1BA | $3.50 |
| Hanover Broadway | D | Studio ,1BA | $3.64 |
| Town29 | S1 Downtown | Studio ,1BA | $3.51 |
| Monogram Apartments | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $3.95 |
| Telegraph Arts | A2 | 1BR,1BA | $4.78 |
| The Broadway | A | Studio ,1BA | $4.14 |
| 3301 Telegraph Ave. | 0BR/1.0BA | Studio ,1BA | $2.89 |
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Pet Friendly LifestylePill Hill, Oakland, CA
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Among cities in California for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
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3.5Pet Friendly
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Pill Hill Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Pill Hill?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Pill Hill is at 3301 Telegraph Ave. listed at $1,300.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Pill Hill Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Pill Hill Apartment is $2,191 at Assembly.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Pill Hill Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Pill Hill is starting from $2,812 at Town29.
What is the most affordable Pill Hill Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Pill Hill Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Hanover Northgate and starts from $3,786.
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