
Pet Friendly Apartments for Rent in the Hillcrest Neighborhood of San Diego, CA (94 Rentals)
Apartments for rent in the Hillcrest area of San Diego that love your dogs or cats as much as you do!


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Rowyn

Rainford Apartments

10th and Robinson

Arbor Crest on Fourth

Winslow

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The Warwick

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Denizen

Mr Robinson Lofts
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Canyon Breeze

Hillcrest Inn

4328 Proctor Pl

Evoc Hillcrest

Lofts at 734 University Ave

1st & Penn Apts - 1penn

3550 Park

Hillcrest Regency 55+ Community

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312 Brookes Ave, Unit A2

3919 Normal St, Unit 107

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635 Robinson Ave, Unit SI FL6-ID56

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635 Robinson Ave, Unit SI FL4-ID9

3967-69 8th Ave, Unit 3

3967 8th Ave, Unit 5

312 Brookes Ave, Unit A2

312 Brookes Ave, Unit B1

417 Torrance St, Unit 4
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3635 Third Ave

1284 University Ave

1762 Robinson Ave

3812 Park Blvd

3967 8th Ave

4266 Sixth Ave

4093 First Ave.

725 Pennsylvania Ave

3919 Normal St
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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 | $2,405 | $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 |
Browse Apartments in this Neighborhood
There are currently 94 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Hillcrest Neighborhood of San Diego, CA.
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Most Pet Friendly Hillcrest Apartments for Rent
The apartment community in the Hillcrest area of San Diego, CA that ranks the highest in Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score on ApartmentHomeLiving.com is Park View Hillcrest with prices starting from $1,995 and a Pet Friendly score of 4 of 4. The Warwick scores the second highest with a 3.6 of 4 and has availability currently starting from $2,104. Here are the most Pet Friendly Hillcrest apartments for rent in San Diego, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Pet Rating | Neighborhood | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Park View Hillcrest | 4/4 | Hillcrest | $1,995 |
| The Warwick | 3.6/4 | Hillcrest | $2,104 |
| 4th Avenue Apartments | 3.4/4 | Hillcrest | $2,329 |
| Hillcrest Inn | 3.2/4 | Hillcrest | $1,250 |
| Strauss on Fifth | 3.2/4 | Hillcrest | $2,595 |
| The Marquis | 3.2/4 | Hillcrest | $1,500 |
| Montecito Point | 3.2/4 | Hillcrest | $2,328 |
Cheapest Pet Friendly Apartment Rentals in Hillcrest
The lowest priced apartment unit that allows pets currently in the Hillcrest of Hillcrest is the S1.1 Model at Rainford Apartments, which is a Studio unit starting from $1,995. The second cheapest Hillcrest Pet Friendly apartment is the The Studio Studio unit at 1520 Tyler House starting at $1,995. Here are the most affordable Pet Friendly Hillcrest apartments:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Priced From |
|---|---|---|
| Rainford Apartments | S1.1 | $1,995 |
| 1520 Tyler House | The Studio | $1,995 |
| The Marquis | The Park | $2,000 |
| The Warwick | Cabrillo | $2,104 |
| The Nash | A3 | $2,325 |
| Montecito Point | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath | $2,328 |
| 4th Avenue Apartments | 1x1 A | $2,329 |
| Evoc Hillcrest | A4 | $2,665 |
| Denizen | A5 | $2,856 |
| Strauss on Fifth | 2BR/2.0BA | $4,195 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleHillcrest, San Diego, CA
Ranked #23
Among cities in California for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
4.0Pet Friendly
Family-Friendly Rating
When renting for a family with young ones, location matters. Amongst all of the neighborhoods in San Diego, this area is one of the finest communities for families, with a score of 4.0 out of 4. Family Friendly ratings are based on community features and environments that help parents and children to thrive. Family Friendly neighborhoods provide resources like parks, recreation and A/V rooms, trails, and more.
Outdoors Rating
We think living with the outdoors is very important. Hillcrest is now ranked as providing top-rated access to the great outdoors, with a score of 4.0 out of 4.
Pet Friendly Rating
Have dogs or cats? This area ranks highly for raising pets (dogs and cats), with a score of 4.0 out of 4.
Frequently Asked Questions about Pet Friendly Hillcrest Apartments
What is the Cheapest Pet Friendly apartment in Hillcrest?
Currently the most affordable Pet Friendly Apartment in Hillcrest is at 3942 8th Ave listed at $995.
How much is the average rent for a Pet Friendly Hillcrest Apartment?
The average rent for a Pet Friendly Apartment in Hillcrest is $2,939.
What is the largest Pet Friendly Hillcrest Apartment for rent?
Today's Pet Friendly apartment with the most square footage in Hillcrest is a 1,805 square feet unit starting from $3,581 at Park Summit.
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