
Gated Apartments for Rent in the Hillcrest Neighborhood of San Diego, CA (50 Rentals)


Arbor Crest on Fourth

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The Warwick

Montecito Point

Mr Robinson Lofts

Hillcrest Place

Park View Hillcrest

Melrose Canyon

4th Avenue Apartments

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The Nash

Strauss on Fifth

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Park Diplomat

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Villa Pacifica

The Marquis

1520 Tyler House

Canyon Breeze

Hillcrest Inn

4328 Proctor Pl

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Villa Marquette

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312 Brookes Ave

3919 Normal St, Unit 107

3967 8th Ave

3940 7th Ave

312 Brookes Ave, Unit B1

Duplet at Hillcrest | Modern Studio, 1 & 3 Bedroom Apartments

Deca

Mission Florence
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The Atlas

Parkview Robinson

The Egyptian

Indiana Palms

630 W Washington St

3783 1st Ave

3836 3rd Ave

801-807 Torrance St

3602-3608 Indiana St

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Del Prado

3610-3616 Indiana St

3990 Centre St

Coral Tree Plaza

3945-3951 Centre St

608-614 Pennsylvania Ave

4263-65 ½ Maryland Street

3533 6th Ave

3947-59 Third ave
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 | $2,405 | $995 | $3,300 |
| Hillcrest 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,361 | $1,400 | $5,691 |
| Hillcrest 2 Bedroom Apartments | $5,885 | $2,000 | $10,000+ |
| Hillcrest 3 Bedroom Apartments | $5,134 | $3,854 | $5,900 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleHillcrest, San Diego, CA
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4.0Pet Friendly
Frequently Asked Questions about Gated Hillcrest Apartments
What is the Cheapest Gated apartment in Hillcrest?
Currently the most affordable Gated Apartment in Hillcrest is at Hillcrest Inn listed at $1,250.
How much is the average rent for a Gated Hillcrest Apartment?
The average rent for a Gated Apartment in Hillcrest is $2,708.
What is the largest Gated Hillcrest Apartment for rent?
Today's Gated apartment with the most square footage in Hillcrest is a 1,716 square feet unit starting from $2,329 at 4th Avenue Apartments.
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