
1 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in the Hillcrest Neighborhood of San Diego, CA (311 Rentals)


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Park Summit

Rainford Apartments

8th and U

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Denizen

Arbor Crest on Fourth

Winslow

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The Warwick

Montecito Point

10th and Robinson
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MoDE

Hillcrest Place

Park View Hillcrest

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Hillcrest Regency 55+ Community

1520 Tyler House

Barracuda Apartments

The Nash

Strauss on Fifth

Antone Apartments
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The Marquis

Villa Pacifica

Melrose Canyon

Evoc Hillcrest

402 Arbor Dr

Hilltop Terrace

3550 Park

Villa Marquette
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4175 4th Ave, Unit 4175 half, Unit 4175 half

3815 3rd Ave, Unit #14, Unit #14

3650 5th Ave, Unit 404, Unit 404

4353 Park Blvd, Unit SI FL4-ID24

635 Robinson Ave, Unit SI FL6-ID56

3718-3726 First Ave., Unit 3718

3718-3726 First Ave., Unit 3720

635 Robinson Ave, Unit SI FL4-ID9

3552 Front St

3527 Sixth Ave
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3575 Fourth Ave

132 Lewis St

3513 Park Blvd

4217 Third Ave

3531 Park Blvd

4284 Third Ave

4090 Falcon St

725 Pennsylvania Ave

3650 5Th

1250 Cleveland Ave
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Hillcrest, San Diego, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Hillcrest?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hillcrest Studio Apartments | $2,395 | $995 | $3,910 |
Hillcrest 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,172 | $1,695 | $5,366 |
| Hillcrest 2 Bedroom Apartments | $5,037 | $2,000 | $10,000+ |
| Hillcrest 3 Bedroom Apartments | $5,383 | $3,850 | $6,500 |
| Hillcrest 4 Bedroom Apartments | $11,252 | $10,000 | $10,000+ |
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There are currently 311 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Hillcrest Neighborhood of San Diego, CA.
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Largest Available Hillcrest 1 Bedroom Apartments
The largest available 1 Bedroom apartment unit in the Hillcrest area of San Diego, CA is found at Onyx on Park and is listed at 906 square feet priced from $4,149. Here is today’s list of the largest available 2 Bedroom units in the area:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Square Footage | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Onyx on Park | Penthouse A | 906 Sq Ft | $4,149 |
| Rowyn | A7 + Den | 807 Sq Ft | $3,393 |
| Winslow | A4 | 805 Sq Ft | $3,336 |
| MoDE | 1-B.1 | 772 Sq Ft | $3,471 |
| 4th Avenue Apartments | 1x1 A | 713 Sq Ft | $2,329 |
| The Nash | C4 | 651 Sq Ft | $2,917 |
| 402 Arbor Dr | 650 Sq Ft | $2,395 | |
| Eitol Towers | 217 | 650 Sq Ft | $2,200 |
| 3550 Park | 1BR/1.0BA | 638 Sq Ft | $2,345 |
| Strauss on Fifth | 1BR/1.0BA | 592 Sq Ft | $2,745 |
Cheapest Available Hillcrest 1 Bedroom Apartments
Currently the lowest priced 1 Bedroom apartment unit Hillcrest of San Diego, CA is the The Hillcrest Model starting from $1,850 at The Marquis. The average price for all 1 Bedroom apartments in Hillcrest is currently $3,172. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available 1 Bedroom options in the area:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Priced From |
|---|---|---|
| The Marquis | The Hillcrest | $1,850 |
| Aspen Park Apartments | 1 Bedroom / 1 Bath | $1,895 |
| Sleepy Hollow Apartments | 4201 Building 1 Bed / 1 Bath | $1,995 |
| Hillcrest Place | 1 Bedroom | $1,998 |
| 1520 Tyler House | 1BR/1.0BA | $2,100 |
| 3831-3835 Third Avenue | 1/1 | $2,195 |
| 4th | 1BR/1.0BA | $2,195 |
| Hilltop Terrace | One Bedroom - Remodeled | $2,198 |
| Eitol Towers | 217 | $2,200 |
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Among cities in California for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
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4.0Pet Friendly
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Frequently Asked Questions about 1 Bedroom Hillcrest Apartments
What is the Cheapest apartment in Hillcrest with 1 Bedroom?
Currently the most affordable 1 Bedroom in Hillcrest is at The Marquis listed at $1,850.
How much is the average rent for a 1 Bedroom Hillcrest Apartment?
The average rent for a 1 Bedroom Apartment in Hillcrest is $3,172.
What is the largest available 1 Bedroom Hillcrest Apartment for rent?
Today's apartment with the most square footage in Hillcrest is a 906 square feet unit starting from $4,149 at Onyx on Park.
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