Apartments for Rent with Specials in the Hillcrest Neighborhood of San Diego, CA (16 Rentals)

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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$2,435 - $5,028

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Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available Now

Rowyn

3775 Sixth AveSan Diego, CA 92103

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$3,786 - $14,906

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Park Summit

555 Upas StSan Diego, CA 92103

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$2,605 - $5,995

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Denizen

3840 6th AveSan Diego, CA 92103

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$2,058 - $3,051Special Offer

Specials Up to TWO month's FREE rent at move in *Select units only

Arbor Crest on Fourth

4186 4th AveSan Diego, CA 92103

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$2,145 - $5,482Special Offer

Specials Now Offering up to 2 WEEKS FREE*

Winslow

4353 Park BlvdSan Diego, CA 92103

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$3,599 - $3,600Special Offer

1 Month Free Now offering up to one month FREE with a 12-month lease minimum!* -- *Restrictions apply. Ask our team for details!

The Park

4075 Park BlvdSan Diego, CA 92103

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$2,170 - $2,815

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Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments Available Now

The Warwick

606 Washington StSan Diego, CA 92103

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$2,698 - $4,576

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MoDE

635 Robinson AveSan Diego, CA 92103

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$1,995 - $3,455Special Offer

1 Month Free Six Weeks Free - applies to all units! Call for more details!!

Park View Hillcrest

3700 10th AveSan Diego, CA 92103

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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

3942 8th Ave

3942 8th AveSan Diego, CA 92103

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$2,113 - $3,674Special Offer

1 Month Free 4 Weeks Free for 13+ Month Leases and must Move in by 8/31. Now offering 8 weeks free on select units for all 13+ month leases.

The Nash

4135 Park BlvdSan Diego, CA 92103

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$2,595 - $4,395Special Offer

1 Month Free One Month Free! Select Homes Only. Must start lease within 10 days of application. Only valid to new residents to SPMI. Please

Strauss on Fifth

3534 5th AveSan Diego, CA 92103

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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!

Park Diplomat

1707 Essex StSan Diego, CA 92103

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$2,195 - $2,395Special Offer

1 Month Free Now offering up to one month FREE and waived fees!* -- *Restrictions apply. Ask our team for details!

Villa Pacifica

3630 6th AveSan Diego, CA 92103

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$1,450 - $2,200Special Offer

Specials Call or email now to schedule your personal tour today! DUE TO THE SAN DIEGO HOUSING CRISIS WE ARE EXPERIENCING A HIGH VOLUME OF CA

The Marquis

1751 University AveSan Diego, CA 92103

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$1,995

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3531 Park Blvd

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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	$2,395	$995	$3,910
Hillcrest 1 Bedroom Apartments	$3,172	$1,695	$5,366
Hillcrest 2 Bedroom Apartments	$5,037	$2,000	$10,000+
Hillcrest 3 Bedroom Apartments	$5,383	$3,850	$6,500
Hillcrest 4 Bedroom Apartments	$11,252	$10,000	$10,000+

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Top San Diego Apartments in the Hillcrest Area with Move-In Specials Ending Soon

Specials updated: 04-24-2026

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!

Winslow

Now Offering up to 2 WEEKS FREE*Expires 04-24-2026

MoDE

Studios Available For Immediate Move-In. 2 Months Free Base Rent On All Homes. Minimum lease term applies. Other costs and fees excluded. *Restrictions apply.Expires 04-25-2026

Arbor Crest on Fourth

Up to TWO month's FREE rent at move in *Select units onlyExpires 04-25-2026

The Nash

4 Weeks Free for 13+ Month Leases and must Move in by 8/31. Now offering 8 weeks free on select units for all 13+ month leases.Expires 04-25-2026

Denizen

Up to 1 Month Free Base Rent!* *Min Term Reqd. Other costs & fees excl. Terms apply. Select Units. Offer may change.Expires 04-25-2026

Park Summit

Up to 4 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 04-25-2026

Rowyn

Up to 2 Months Free Base Rent! *Min Term Reqd. Other costs & fees excl. Terms apply. Select Units. Offer may change.Expires 04-25-2026

Villa Pacifica

Now offering up to one month FREE and waived fees!* -- *Restrictions apply. Ask our team for details!Expires 04-25-2026

Park Diplomat

Now offering up to 6 weeks FREE on select apartments!* -- *Restrictions apply. Ask our team for details!Expires 04-25-2026

The Warwick

Now offering one month FREE with a 12-month lease minimum!* -- *Restrictions apply. Ask our team for details!Expires 04-25-2026

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

Specials updated: 04-24-2026

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.

Park View Hillcrest

Six Weeks Free - applies to all units! Call for more details!!Expires 04-30-2026

Strauss on Fifth

One Month Free! Select Homes Only. Must start lease within 10 days of application. Only valid to new residents to SPMI. Please view property website for full details.Expires 04-30-2026

The Marquis

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 04-30-2026

Villa Pacifica

Now offering up to one month FREE and waived fees!* -- *Restrictions apply. Ask our team for details!Expires 04-25-2026

Park Diplomat

Now offering up to 6 weeks FREE on select apartments!* -- *Restrictions apply. Ask our team for details!Expires 04-25-2026

The Warwick

Now offering one month FREE with a 12-month lease minimum!* -- *Restrictions apply. Ask our team for details!Expires 04-25-2026

The Park

Now offering up to one month FREE with a 12-month lease minimum!* -- *Restrictions apply. Ask our team for details!Expires 04-25-2026

Denizen

Up to 1 Month Free Base Rent!* *Min Term Reqd. Other costs & fees excl. Terms apply. Select Units. Offer may change.Expires 04-25-2026

Park Summit

Up to 4 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 04-25-2026

Rowyn

Up to 2 Months Free Base Rent! *Min Term Reqd. Other costs & fees excl. Terms apply. Select Units. Offer may change.Expires 04-25-2026

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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 $3,159.

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 $3,786 at Park Summit.

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