
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Hillcrest Neighborhood of Orem, UT from $300 (36 Rentals)
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58 N 340 W

212 E 1100 S

571 W 1520 S

1422 S 720 E

1502 S 590 W

811 S 75 E St

1566 S 50 E St

623 W 1520 S
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298 E 950 S St, Unit 1

291 E 1500 S

1435 S 320 E

1675 S State St

Cascade Ridge UT

Sun Canyon Villas

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221 W 2230 N, Unit 1

72 W 880 N

142 W 1230 N St
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1226 N 3020 W

104 W 1230 N St

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1931 N Canyon Rd

1931 N Canyon Rd, Unit 316

1931 N Canyon Rd

1710 Hickory Ln

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1936 N 700 W, Unit 1936

728 W 1720 N

108 W 1230 N St
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1987 N 650 W

1850 N 840 W

112 West Cougar Blvd

761 E 820 N

866 E 700 N

724 W 1720 N

Riverview Apartments

619 W 1925 N St

25 E 900 N
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Hillcrest, Orem, UT Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Hillcrest?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hillcrest Studio Apartments | $1,381 | $1,134 | $1,554 |
| Hillcrest 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,496 | $620 | $1,788 |
| Hillcrest 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,610 | $350 | $2,308 |
| Hillcrest 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,044 | $540 | $4,350 |
| Hillcrest 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,384 | $450 | $3,381 |
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There are currently 36 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Hillcrest Neighborhood of Orem, UT.
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Cheapest Available Hillcrest Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Hillcrest area of Orem, UT is a 3 Beds unit found at Glenwood priced from $450. Campus Edge has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $455. Here are the most affordable Hillcrest apartments for rent in Orem, UT:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Glenwood | Upgraded w/ 2 Fridges | 3BR,2BA | $450 |
| Campus Edge | CE 2BD/1BA | 2BR,1BA | $455 |
| Alpine Village Student Housing | Shared Room Floorplan | 2BR,2BA | $509 |
| The Freehand | Standard Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,134 |
| 443 E 1600 S | 2 Beds, 1 Baths | 2BR,1BA | $1,199 |
| Arden Place Apartments | Large 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,199 |
| The Green on Campus Drive | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,199 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Hillcrest, UT
As of September 05, 2026 the best value apartment in the Hillcrest area is the $0.91 price per square foot 2 Car Garage Model at Autumn View Townhomes in the in the University neighborhood starting from $2,200. The second greatest value Hillcrest apartment is the 221 W 2230 N Model at 221 W 2230 N, Unit 1 starting at $485 with a $0.26 price per square foot in the University neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Hillcrest apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Autumn View Townhomes | 2 Car Garage | 3BR,2.5BA | $0.91 |
| 221 W 2230 N, Unit 1 | 221 W 2230 N | 4BR,3BA | $0.26 |
| 1936 N 700 W, Unit 1936 | 1936 N 700 W | 4BR,2BA | $0.48 |
| Raintree | Renovated 3x2 | 3BR,2BA | $0.37 |
| Glenwood | Upgraded w/ 2 Fridges | 3BR,2BA | $0.38 |
| Stadium150 | 3x2 | 3BR,2BA | $0.42 |
| 1931 N Canyon Rd | 1931 N Canyon Rd | 3BR,2BA | $0.56 |
| Alpine Village Student Housing | End Cap | 4BR,2BA | $0.54 |
| Campus Edge | CE 2BD/1BA | 2BR,1BA | $0.91 |
| Alta Apartments | Renovated - Shared | 3BR,2BA | $1.21 |
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Hillcrest Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Hillcrest?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Hillcrest is under $1,199.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Hillcrest?
The cheapest apartment in Hillcrest is Arden Place Apartments which is listed at $1,199, while the average apartment in Hillcrest costs $1,589.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Hillcrest?
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 8 regular apartments in Hillcrest 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 Hillcrest?
Cheap apartments in Hillcrest have an average cost of $244 which is $1,345 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Hillcrest.
Expert Rental Resources
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