Top Rated Apartments for Rent in the Hillcrest Neighborhood of San Diego, CA (74 Rentals)

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Apartments in the Hillcrest area of San Diego with the best features, newest construction, and richest amenities.

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3779-3785 3rd Ave
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

3779-3785 3rd Ave

3779-3785 3rd AveSan Diego, CA 92103
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7th and Robinson
Studio Apartments

7th and Robinson

701 Robinson AveSan Diego, CA 92103
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727 Robinson Ave
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

727 Robinson Ave

727 Robinson AveSan Diego, CA 92103
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Wellington Square
Studio Apartments

Wellington Square

4045 1st AveSan Diego, CA 92103
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3782 1st Ave
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

3782 1st Ave

3782 1st AveSan Diego, CA 92103
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3760 1st Ave
Studio Apartments

3760 1st Ave

3760 1st AveSan Diego, CA 92103
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The Atlas
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

The Atlas

3650 5th AveSan Diego, CA 92103
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Third Avenue Townhouse
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Third Avenue Townhouse

4120 3rd AveSan Diego, CA 92103
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137 Pennsylvania Ave
1 Bedroom Apartments

137 Pennsylvania Ave

137 Pennsylvania AveSan Diego, CA 92103
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Quinteza
2 Bedroom Apartments

Quinteza

3645-3647 6th AveSan Diego, CA 92103
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Villa Pacifica
1 Bedroom Apartments

Villa Pacifica

3630 6th AveSan Diego, CA 92103
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3635 3rd Ave
2 Bedroom Apartments

3635 3rd Ave

3635 3rd AveSan Diego, CA 92103
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220 Montecito Way
1 Bedroom Apartments

220 Montecito Way

220 Montecito WaySan Diego, CA 92103
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Villa De Medico
Studio Apartments

Villa De Medico

4129 1st AveSan Diego, CA 92103
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Santa Fe Villas
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Santa Fe Villas

3912 Albatross StSan Diego, CA 92103
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Park East Apartments
1 Bedroom Apartments

Park East Apartments

111 W Pennsylvania AveSan Diego, CA 92103
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Pennwood
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Pennwood

3715 10th AveSan Diego, CA 92103
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4201-4209 5th Ave
2 Bedroom Apartments

4201-4209 5th Ave

4201-4209 5th AveSan Diego, CA 92103
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1035-1047 Robinson Ave
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

1035-1047 Robinson Ave

1035-1047 Robinson AveSan Diego, CA 92103
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Mission Crest
Studio Apartments

Mission Crest

4039 Brant StSan Diego, CA 92103
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4231-4235 3rd Ave
2 Bedroom Apartments

4231-4235 3rd Ave

4231-4235 3rd AveSan Diego, CA 92103
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4185 Front St
Studio Apartments

4185 Front St

4185 Front StSan Diego, CA 92103
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1052-1054 Lincoln Ave
3 Bedroom Apartments

1052-1054 Lincoln Ave

1052-1054 Lincoln AveSan Diego, CA 92103
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Uptown District Condos
2 Bedroom Apartments

Uptown District Condos

1250-1270 Cleveland AveSan Diego, CA 92103
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3425 5th Ave
2 Bedroom Apartments

3425 5th Ave

3425 5th AveSan Diego, CA 92103
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Park One
2 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Park One

3415 6th AveSan Diego, CA 92103
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Park Summit
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Park Summit

555 Upas StSan Diego, CA 92103
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Hillcrest, San Diego, CA Local Guide

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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

Frequently Asked Questions about Hillcrest

How much are Studio apartments in Hillcrest?

There are currently 110 Studio Apartments in Hillcrest with rent ranges from $1,050 to $3,865 with an average price of $4,203.

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 $1,698 to $4,315 with an average monthly rent of $2,908.

What does renting a Two Bedroom Apartment in Hillcrest cost?

The monthly rent prices of Two Bedroom Apartments currently available in Hillcrest range from $2,295 to $30,000. Today's average rental price for Two Bedrooms here is $4,667.

Expert Rental Resources

Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

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