
Top Rated Apartments for Rent in the Hillcrest Neighborhood of San Diego, CA (75 Rentals)
Apartments in the Hillcrest area of San Diego with the best features, newest construction, and richest amenities.


Arbor Crest on Fourth

Winslow

The Park

The Warwick

Montecito Point

MoDE

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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 |
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Hillcrest Studio Apartments | $2,410 | $995 | $3,195 |
Hillcrest 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,982 | $1,695 | $4,560 |
Hillcrest 2 Bedroom Apartments | $4,135 | $2,300 | $7,494 |
Hillcrest 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,455 | $2,595 | $9,820 |
Hillcrest 4 Bedroom Apartments | $9,013 | $6,375 | $10,000+ |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleHillcrest, San Diego, CA
Ranked #17
Among cities in California for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
4.0Pet Friendly
Getting Around the Hillcrest Neighborhood in San Diego, CA
Walk Score®
91 / 100
Walker’s Paradise
Daily errands do not require a car
Bike Score®
65 / 100
Bikeable
Some bike infrastructure
Transit Score®
52 / 100
Good Transit
Many nearby public transportation options
What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?
- Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
- Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
- Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
Frequently Asked Questions about Hillcrest
How much are Studio apartments in Hillcrest?
There are currently 537 Studio Apartments in Hillcrest with rent ranges from $995 to $3,195 with an average price of $4,599.
What is the current price range for One Bedroom Hillcrest Apartments for rent?
Today's rental pricing for One Bedroom Apartments in Hillcrest ranges from $1,695 to $4,560 with an average monthly rent of $2,982.
What does renting a Two Bedroom Apartment in Hillcrest cost?
The monthly rent prices of Two Bedroom Apartments currently available in Hillcrest range from $2,300 to $7,494. Today's average rental price for Two Bedrooms here is $4,135.
How expensive are Hillcrest Three Bedroom Apartments?
There are currently 63 Three Bedroom Apartments listings available in Hillcrest on ApartmentHomeLiving.com. The pricing ranges from $2,595 to $9,820 - averaging $4,455 for the location.
Expert Rental Resources
Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips
The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

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