
Apartments for Rent in the Hillcrest Neighborhood of San Diego, CA (709 Rentals) Page 2 of 15


111 Robinson Ave

142-148 W Upas St

4298 Maryland St

1614 Cypress Ave.

4062 Goldfinch St

3950 Cleveland Ave

4019 Hawk St

1259 Lincoln Ave

426-426 Arbor Dr
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4259-61 Maryland St

341-343 W Robinson Ave

4286 Third Ave

3924-3926 Third Ave

4323 1/2 Cleveland Ave

3642 7th Ave

3528-3538 Indiana St

3925 Hawk St

3686 Third Ave

3552 Front St
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3665-3669 First Ave.

3812 Park Blvd

3807 7th Ave

3980 8th Ave

3740 Third Ave

4077 Third Ave

725 Pennsylvania Ave

521 Arbor Dr

4138 First Ave.

4204 Third Ave

4082 Albatross St

426 Sloane Ave

1250 Cleveland Ave

3684 Curlew St

550 W Pennsylvania Ave

1270 Cleveland Ave

3450 Third Ave

637 S Crescent Ct

3675 Eagle St

735 W Pennsylvania Ave

1463 Essex St

4137 Falcon St

4214 Cleveland Ave

4261 Maryland St

716 W Upas St

1428 Upas St

1627 Brookes Ave

3431 Park Blvd

312 Brookes Ave, Unit 2

3580 Fourth Ave
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 | $2,503 | $1,250 | $3,300 |
| Hillcrest 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,328 | $1,695 | $5,872 |
| Hillcrest 2 Bedroom Apartments | $5,450 | $2,200 | $10,000+ |
| Hillcrest 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,907 | $3,350 | $6,515 |
How much does it cost to rent a home in Hillcrest?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2 Bedroom Homes | $3,225 | $2,450 | $4,795 |
| 3 Bedroom Homes | $5,920 | $5,845 | $5,995 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Hillcrest
What is the current pricing and availability for apartments for rent in the Hillcrest area of San Diego, CA?
As of today, September 08, 2026, there are currently 709 available Hillcrest apartments priced from $1,250 to $17,807, with an average monthly rent of $4,122.
How much are Studio apartments in Hillcrest?
There are currently 390 Studio Apartments in Hillcrest with rent ranges from $1,250 to $3,300 with an average price of $2,503.
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 $5,872 with an average monthly rent of $3,328.
What does renting a Two Bedroom Apartment in Hillcrest cost?
The monthly rent prices of Two Bedroom Apartments currently available in Hillcrest range from $2,200 to $17,807. Today's average rental price for Two Bedrooms here is $5,450.
How expensive are Hillcrest Three Bedroom Apartments?
There are currently 51 Three Bedroom Apartments listings available in Hillcrest on ApartmentHomeLiving.com. The pricing ranges from $3,350 to $6,515 - averaging $4,907 for the location.
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