
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Pill Hill Neighborhood of Oakland, CA from $1,000 (10 Rentals)
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Telegraph Arts

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535 30th St, Unit #2

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543 30th St

Oak Grove - 444 28th St.
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3301 Telegraph Ave

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624 31st St
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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Pill Hill?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pill Hill Studio Apartments | $2,734 | $1,050 | $6,500 |
| Pill Hill 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,676 | $1,250 | $4,050 |
| Pill Hill 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,732 | $2,450 | $5,832 |
| Pill Hill 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,169 | $3,225 | $5,329 |
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There are currently 10 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 Northgate Terrace priced from $1,050. 624 31st St has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,795. Here are the most affordable Pill Hill apartments for rent in San Francisco, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Northgate Terrace | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,050 |
| 624 31st St | 1 Beds, 1 Baths | 1BR,1BA | $1,795 |
| Oak Grove - 444 28th St. | 1 Beds, 1 Baths | 1BR,1BA | $2,000 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Pill Hill, CA
As of July 09, 2026 the best value apartment in the Pill Hill area is the $2.88 price per square foot 2A Model at Rowhaus in the in the Pill Hill neighborhood starting from $2,795. The second greatest value Pill Hill apartment is the J Model at Hanover Northgate starting at $3,389 with a $4.14 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rowhaus | 2A | 2BR,2BA | $2.88 |
| Hanover Northgate | J | 1BR,1BA | $4.14 |
| Town29 | S1 Downtown | Studio ,1BA | $3.97 |
| Oak Grove - 444 28th St. | 1 Beds, 1 Baths | 1BR,1BA | $3.64 |
| 535 30th St, Unit #2 | 535 30th St | 1BR,1BA | $3.62 |
| Monogram Apartments | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $4.25 |
| Telegraph Arts | A2 | 1BR,1BA | $4.11 |
| 543 30th St | 543 30th St | 1BR,1BA | $4.00 |
| 624 31st St | 1 Beds, 1 Baths | 1BR,1BA | $3.63 |
| Northgate Terrace | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $3.20 |
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Pet Friendly LifestylePill Hill, Oakland, CA
Ranked #30
Among cities in California for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
4.0Pet 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 Northgate Terrace listed at $1,050.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Pill Hill Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Pill Hill Apartment is $1,250 at Northgate Terrace.
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 $2,795 at Rowhaus.
What is the most affordable Pill Hill Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Pill Hill Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Telegraph Arts and starts from $3,719.
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