Apartments for Rent with Specials in the Hillcrest Neighborhood of San Diego, CA (14 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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Rowyn
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$2,225 - $4,697Special Offer
Specials Up to 2 Months Free Base Rent! *Min Term Reqd. Other costs & fees excl. Terms apply. Select Units. Offer may change.
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Rowyn

3775 Sixth AveSan Diego, CA 92103
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Denizen
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$2,475 - $5,038Special Offer
2 Months Free Up to 2 Months Free Base Rent!* *Min Term Reqd. Other costs & fees excl. Terms apply. Select Units. Offer may change.
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Denizen

3840 6th AveSan Diego, CA 92103
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The Nash
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$2,150 - $3,950Special Offer
1 Month Free 4 Weeks Free for 13+ Month Leases and must Move in by 8/31.
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The Nash

4135 Park BlvdSan Diego, CA 92103
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Winslow
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$2,294 - $5,166Special Offer
1 Month Free 1 MONTH FREE ON 1 & 2 BEDROOMS + 2 WEEKS FREE ON STUDIOS*
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Winslow

4353 Park BlvdSan Diego, CA 92103
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The Park
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$3,250 - $3,875Special Offer
1 Month Free Now offering up to one month FREE!* -- *Restrictions apply. Ask our team for details!
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The Park

4075 Park BlvdSan Diego, CA 92103
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The Warwick
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$2,000 - $2,600Special Offer
2 Months Free Now offering up to 8 weeks FREE and waived fees + an additional $500!* -- *Restrictions apply. Ask our team for details!
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The Warwick

606 Washington StSan Diego, CA 92103
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Montecito Point
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$2,278 - $2,918Special Offer
Specials UP TO 1 MONTH FREE! - If you're planning a move before the end of the year, you can take advantage of one month free rent when you
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Montecito Point

4179 3rd 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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Onyx on Park
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$2,010 - $5,100Special Offer
2 Months Free Move In. Save Big! Up to 2 MONTHS FREE! Studios starting from $2010* One-bedroom homes starting from $2850*  Two-bedroom homes
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Onyx on Park

3922-3932 Park BlvdSan Diego, CA 92103
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Strauss on Fifth
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$2,295 - $4,395Special Offer
1 Month Free Up To One Month Free! Select Homes Only. Must start lease within 14 days of application. Only valid to new residents to SPMI. P
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Strauss on Fifth

3534 5th AveSan Diego, CA 92103
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Park Diplomat
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$2,025 - $3,850Special Offer
Specials Now offering up to 6 weeks FREE on select apartments!* -- *Restrictions apply. Ask our team for details!
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Park Diplomat

1707 Essex StSan Diego, CA 92103
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Villa Pacifica
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$2,195 - $2,295Special Offer
1 Month Free Now offering up to one month FREE and waived fees!* -- *Restrictions apply. Ask our team for details!
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Villa Pacifica

3630 6th AveSan Diego, CA 92103
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The Marquis at Hillcrest
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$1,450 - $3,750Special Offer
1 Month Free Call or email now to schedule your personal tour today! DUE TO THE SAN DIEGO HOUSING CRISIS WE ARE EXPERIENCING A HIGH VOLUME O
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The Marquis at Hillcrest

1751 University AveSan Diego, CA 92103
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Top San Diego Apartments in the Hillcrest Area with Move-In Specials Ending Soon

Specials updated: 01-22-2026

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!

The Nash

4 Weeks Free for 13+ Month Leases and must Move in by 8/31.Expires 01-23-2026

Arbor Crest on Fourth

First month FREEExpires 01-23-2026

Winslow

1 MONTH FREE ON 1 & 2 BEDROOMS + 2 WEEKS FREE ON STUDIOS*Expires 01-23-2026

Montecito Point

UP TO 1 MONTH FREE! - If you're planning a move before the end of the year, you can take advantage of one month free rent when you lease select homes by 1.31.26. One and two bedroom homes are available for immediate move in. On select units only. Restrictions apply. Call for details. Equal housing opportunity.Expires 01-23-2026

Onyx on Park

Move In. Save Big! Up to 2 MONTHS FREE! Studios starting from $2010* One-bedroom homes starting from $2850*  Two-bedroom homes starting from $3278*  Penthouses starting from $4,371* *Some pricing advertised is already inclusive of a 2-month concession. These rates reflect average rent over a 14-month lease term. Special is subject to change without notice. 2 Select homes only, some restrictions apply. Contact our friendly leasing team today to learn more!Expires 01-23-2026

Rowyn

Up to 2 Months Free Base Rent! *Min Term Reqd. Other costs & fees excl. Terms apply. Select Units. Offer may change.Expires 01-23-2026

Park Diplomat

Now offering up to 6 weeks FREE on select apartments!* -- *Restrictions apply. Ask our team for details!Expires 01-23-2026

The Park

Now offering up to one month FREE!* -- *Restrictions apply. Ask our team for details!Expires 01-23-2026

Denizen

Up to 2 Months Free Base Rent!* *Min Term Reqd. Other costs & fees excl. Terms apply. Select Units. Offer may change.Expires 01-23-2026

The Warwick

Now offering up to 8 weeks FREE and waived fees + an additional $500!* -- *Restrictions apply. Ask our team for details!Expires 01-24-2026

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

Specials updated: 01-22-2026

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! Select Homes Only. Must start lease within 14 days of application. Only valid to new residents to SPMI. Please view property website for full details.Expires 02-28-2026

The Marquis at Hillcrest

Call or email now to schedule your personal tour today! DUE TO THE SAN DIEGO HOUSING CRISIS WE ARE EXPERIENCING A HIGH VOLUME OF CALLS. FOR FASTER RESPONSE TIMES PLEASE EMAIL US!Expires 01-31-2026

Arbor Crest on Fourth

First month FREEExpires 01-23-2026

The Nash

4 Weeks Free for 13+ Month Leases and must Move in by 8/31.Expires 01-23-2026

Winslow

1 MONTH FREE ON 1 & 2 BEDROOMS + 2 WEEKS FREE ON STUDIOS*Expires 01-23-2026

Montecito Point

UP TO 1 MONTH FREE! - If you're planning a move before the end of the year, you can take advantage of one month free rent when you lease select homes by 1.31.26. One and two bedroom homes are available for immediate move in. On select units only. Restrictions apply. Call for details. Equal housing opportunity.Expires 01-23-2026

Onyx on Park

Move In. Save Big! Up to 2 MONTHS FREE! Studios starting from $2010* One-bedroom homes starting from $2850*  Two-bedroom homes starting from $3278*  Penthouses starting from $4,371* *Some pricing advertised is already inclusive of a 2-month concession. These rates reflect average rent over a 14-month lease term. Special is subject to change without notice. 2 Select homes only, some restrictions apply. Contact our friendly leasing team today to learn more!Expires 01-23-2026

Rowyn

Up to 2 Months Free Base Rent! *Min Term Reqd. Other costs & fees excl. Terms apply. Select Units. Offer may change.Expires 01-23-2026

Villa Pacifica

Now offering up to one month FREE and waived fees!* -- *Restrictions apply. Ask our team for details!Expires 01-24-2026

Park Diplomat

Now offering up to 6 weeks FREE on select apartments!* -- *Restrictions apply. Ask our team for details!Expires 01-23-2026

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 $2,901.

What is the largest Rent Specials Hillcrest Apartment for rent?

Today's Rent Specials apartment with the most square footage in Hillcrest is a 1,950 square feet unit starting from $1,450 at The Marquis at Hillcrest.

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