
Apartments for Rent in the Hillcrest Neighborhood of San Diego, CA (709 Rentals) Page 6 of 15


515 Arbor Dr

4181 5th Ave

Villa Portofino on Front

Trevi Villa Condominiums

4129 Front St

1020 Robinson Ave

325 E Arbor Dr

4201-4209 5th Ave

3582-3592 6th Ave

3705 10th Ave

3574-3580 4TH AVENUE **

530 Arbor Dr

Versailles Apartmemts

1066 Essex St

4213 5th Ave

Canyonside West

1057-1063 Essex St

1033 Robinson Ave

4209-4221 3rd Ave

3629 Front St

Bankers Hill Place

Canyon Woods

3565 3rd Ave

1028 Lincoln Ave

3571 6th Ave

1066 Robinson Ave

Tropical Terrace

4231-4235 3rd Ave

424-28 Sloane St

4185 Front St

3543-3549 6th Ave

1222 Essex St

1052-1054 Lincoln Ave

Essex Townhouse

3588 1st Ave

3534-3542 5th Ave

Bankers Hill

3533 6th Ave

1236-1238 Essex St

1209-1215 Robinson Ave

Uptown District Condos

1234 Essex St

1233 Essex St

3515 4th Ave

Century Plaza Towers

3560 1st Ave

1066-1076 Lincoln Ave

1061 Hayes Ave

4274 3rd 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 |
Browse Apartments in this Neighborhood
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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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