
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Hillcrest Neighborhood of San Diego, CA from $900 (73 Rentals) Page 2 of 2
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3967 8th Ave

Uptown Villas Apartments (II)

4284-4288 3rd Ave

Crest Urban Apartments

Burnham House Apartments

4284 Third Ave
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Learn the official definition (spending 30% or more of your gross income on housing) and how to calculate your exact rent-to-income ratio. This guide offers expert tips on factoring in total housing costs (including utilities and fees) and budgeting accurately to avoid unnecessary financial strain.

4077 Third Ave

4217 Third Ave

3831-3835 Third Avenue

4th & Arbor Apartments

4th

Pennwood

4453 North Ave
Your Guide to Co-Signers: The Risks, Rewards, and Everything in Between
Thinking about getting a co-signer for your rental application? We break down what a co-signer is, the potential benefits, and the serious risks for both parties. Find out if it's the right choice for you.

4015 Richmond St

The Louis

Stanton House Apartments

Onyx on Park

Duplet

Eitol Towers

Harvey Hillcrest
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Sleepy Hollow Apartments

4338 Campus
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 | $2,476 | $1,250 | $3,300 |
| Hillcrest 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,315 | $1,695 | $5,801 |
| Hillcrest 2 Bedroom Apartments | $5,753 | $2,200 | $10,000+ |
| Hillcrest 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,481 | $3,695 | $5,895 |
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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 $2,225.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Hillcrest?
The cheapest apartment in Hillcrest is The Marquis which is listed at $1,850, while the average apartment in Hillcrest costs $6,106.
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 220 regular apartments in Hillcrest that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
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