Apartments for Rent with Specials in the Hillcrest Neighborhood of San Diego, CA (11 Rentals)

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Apartments in the Hillcrest area of San Diego with special offers and discounts available right now - opportunities to save money or get a month or more of free rent.

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Park Summit
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$3,581 - $14,906
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Park Summit

555 Upas StSan Diego, CA 92103
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Rowyn
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$2,299 - $5,103
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$2,299 - $5,103

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Rowyn

3775 Sixth AveSan Diego, CA 92103
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The Warwick
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$2,104 - $2,803
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$2,104 - $2,803

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The Warwick

606 Washington StSan Diego, CA 92103
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Denizen
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$2,856 - $6,169
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$2,856 - $6,169

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Denizen

3840 6th AveSan Diego, CA 92103
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Montecito Point
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$2,328 - $3,188Special Offer
Specials MOVE-IN SPECIAL - Limited Time: Save Up to ONE FULL MONTH OF FREE RENT When You Lease Select Apartments On or Before 06/15/2026! Of
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Montecito Point

4179 3rd AveSan Diego, CA 92103
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MoDE
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$2,549 - $3,429
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$2,549 - $3,429

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MoDE

635 Robinson AveSan Diego, CA 92103
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3942 8th Ave
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$995 - $1,450Special Offer
Specials 1/2 OFF 1st Month Rent with 6 month Approved Lease. 2 months 1/2 OFF with a 12 month Approved Lease
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3942 8th Ave

3942 8th AveSan Diego, CA 92103
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Strauss on Fifth
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$2,595 - $4,195Special Offer
1 Month Free Up To One Month Free! (#718 - 2 bed ) Must start lease within 10 days of application. Only valid to new residents to SPMI. Plea
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Strauss on Fifth

3534 5th AveSan Diego, CA 92103
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Park Diplomat
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$2,029 - $3,854
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Park Diplomat

1707 Essex StSan Diego, CA 92103
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Top San Diego Apartments in the Hillcrest Area with Move-In Specials Ending Soon

Specials updated: 06-08-2026

Take advantage of these move-in and rent specials that are ending soon for top Hillcrest, CA apartments. Act fast and don’t miss out on an incredible deal on your perfect new place!

Montecito Point

MOVE-IN SPECIAL - Limited Time: Save Up to ONE FULL MONTH OF FREE RENT When You Lease Select Apartments On or Before 06/15/2026! Offer Valid for a Limited Time Only. Certain Restrictions Apply. Contact Us for Info!Expires 06-09-2026

MoDE

8 Weeks Free Base Rent On All Homes Plus Up To a $1,500 Gift Card. 1-Bedrooms Available To Move-In Now, Call Us. Minimum lease term applies. Other costs and fees excluded. *Restrictions apply.Expires 06-09-2026

Park Summit

Up to 6 Weeks Free on Base Rent + $1500 Look & Lease!* *Base Rent. Minimum lease term applies. Other Cost and Fees Excluded. Restrictions apply, please call for detailsExpires 06-09-2026

Denizen

Up to 1 Month Free Base Rent!* *Min Term Req’d. Other costs & fees excl. Terms apply. Select Units. Offer may change.Expires 06-09-2026

Park Diplomat

Now offering up to 1 month FREE on select apartments!* -- *Restrictions apply. Ask our team for details!Expires 06-09-2026

The Warwick

Now offering one month FREE with a 12-month lease minimum!* -- *Restrictions apply. Ask our team for details!Expires 06-09-2026

Rowyn

Up to 2 Months Free Base Rent! *Min Term Req’d. Other costs & fees excl. Terms apply. Select Units. Offer may change.Expires 06-09-2026

The Nash

New Summer DealsExpires 06-10-2026

Strauss on Fifth

Up To One Month Free! (#718 - 2 bed ) Must start lease within 10 days of application. Only valid to new residents to SPMI. Please view property website for full details.Expires 06-30-2026

Newly Listed Move-In Specials offers for Apartments in Hillcrest, CA

Specials updated: 06-08-2026

Here are the most recently added special offers for renters looking to find the best deals on apartments in Hillcrest, CA. Be sure to take advantage of some of the area’s top offers.

Strauss on Fifth

Up To One Month Free! (#718 - 2 bed ) Must start lease within 10 days of application. Only valid to new residents to SPMI. Please view property website for full details.Expires 06-30-2026

Denizen

Up to 1 Month Free Base Rent!* *Min Term Req’d. Other costs & fees excl. Terms apply. Select Units. Offer may change.Expires 06-09-2026

Park Diplomat

Now offering up to 1 month FREE on select apartments!* -- *Restrictions apply. Ask our team for details!Expires 06-09-2026

Montecito Point

MOVE-IN SPECIAL - Limited Time: Save Up to ONE FULL MONTH OF FREE RENT When You Lease Select Apartments On or Before 06/15/2026! Offer Valid for a Limited Time Only. Certain Restrictions Apply. Contact Us for Info!Expires 06-09-2026

MoDE

8 Weeks Free Base Rent On All Homes Plus Up To a $1,500 Gift Card. 1-Bedrooms Available To Move-In Now, Call Us. Minimum lease term applies. Other costs and fees excluded. *Restrictions apply.Expires 06-09-2026

Park Summit

Up to 6 Weeks Free on Base Rent + $1500 Look & Lease!* *Base Rent. Minimum lease term applies. Other Cost and Fees Excluded. Restrictions apply, please call for detailsExpires 06-09-2026

The Warwick

Now offering one month FREE with a 12-month lease minimum!* -- *Restrictions apply. Ask our team for details!Expires 06-09-2026

Rowyn

Up to 2 Months Free Base Rent! *Min Term Req’d. Other costs & fees excl. Terms apply. Select Units. Offer may change.Expires 06-09-2026

The Nash

New Summer DealsExpires 06-10-2026

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Hillcrest, San Diego, CA

Ranked #23

Among cities in California for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.

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Frequently Asked Questions about Rent Specials Hillcrest Apartments

What is the Cheapest Rent Specials apartment in Hillcrest?

Currently the most affordable Rent Specials Apartment in Hillcrest is at 3942 8th Ave listed at $995.

How much is the average rent for a Rent Specials Hillcrest Apartment?

The average rent for a Rent Specials Apartment in Hillcrest is $3,330.

What is the largest Rent Specials Hillcrest Apartment for rent?

Today's Rent Specials 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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