
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Hillcrest East Neighborhood of Reno, NV from $500 (6 Rentals)
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Hillcrest East, Reno, NV Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Hillcrest East?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hillcrest East Studio Apartments | $1,584 | $725 | $2,904 |
| Hillcrest East 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,542 | $1,037 | $2,370 |
| Hillcrest East 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,749 | $775 | $2,470 |
| Hillcrest East 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,768 | $755 | $9,430 |
| Hillcrest East 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,251 | $665 | $9,114 |
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There are currently 6 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Hillcrest East Neighborhood of Reno, NV.
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Cheapest Available Hillcrest East Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Hillcrest East area of Reno, NV is a 6 Beds unit found at Wolf Run East priced from $520. The Villager Studio Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $725. Here are the most affordable Hillcrest East apartments for rent in Reno, NV:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wolf Run East | Vintage 6X4/6X5 F | 6BR,5BA | $520 |
| The Villager Studio Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $725 |
| 2075 Patton Dr | 1 Beds, 1 Baths | 1BR,1BA | $1,000 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Hillcrest East, NV
As of June 08, 2026 the best value apartment in the Hillcrest East area is the $0.58 price per square foot 3 Bed 2 Bath Model at The Towers at Pink Hill in the in the West University neighborhood starting from $800. The second greatest value Hillcrest East apartment is the D2 Model at The Dean Reno starting at $799 with a $0.64 price per square foot in the West University neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Hillcrest East apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Towers at Pink Hill | 3 Bed 2 Bath | 3BR,2BA | $0.58 |
| The Dean Reno | D2 | 4BR,4BA | $0.64 |
| Ridgeview by Vintage | 4X2 | 4BR,2BA | $1.55 |
| Boulder Creek Apartments | 3 bedroom 2 bath | 3BR,2BA | $1.63 |
| Wolf Run East | East 2 Bed | 2BR,2BA | $0.76 |
| Whittell Pointe I and II | 2 Bed 2 Bath | 2BR,2BA | $1.49 |
| VISTA POINT | 2x2 | 2BR,2BA | $1.43 |
| Springview by Vintage | B1 | 2BR,1BA | $1.35 |
| The View Luxury Apartments | Bristol | 1BR,1BA | $1.83 |
| 85 Vista Rafael Pkwy, Unit 85 Vista Rafael Pkwy | 85 Vista Rafael Pkwy | 1BR,1BA | $1.65 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleHillcrest East, Reno, NV
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Hillcrest East Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Hillcrest East?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Hillcrest East is under $1,415.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Hillcrest East?
The cheapest apartment in Hillcrest East is 2075 Patton Dr which is listed at $1,000, while the average apartment in Hillcrest East costs $1,755.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Hillcrest East?
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 46 regular apartments in Hillcrest East 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 East?
Cheap apartments in Hillcrest East have an average cost of $652 which is $1,103 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Hillcrest East.
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