Apartments for Rent in the Hillcrest Knolls Neighborhood of San Leandro, CA (693 Rentals)

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$2,012 - $4,294

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Base Rent$2,012 - $4,294
Total Monthly Price$2,012 - $4,294
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available Now

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2276 Miramar AveSan Leandro, CA 94578
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property at 1377 Ardmore Dr
$1,995

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Base Rent$1,995
Total Monthly Price$1,995
1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Home for Rent
Available Oct 1
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1377 Ardmore Dr

San LeandroCA94577
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property at 1121 Halcyon Dr
$3,885
3 Bedroom, 1.5 Bath Rentals
Available Oct 1

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1121 Halcyon Dr
San LeandroCA94578

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Hillcrest Knolls, San Leandro, CA

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Lifestyle Ratings

ApartmentHomeLiving brings you comprehensive Lifestyle Ratings of rentals and neighborhoods across the USA, including San Leandro. LifeStyle Ratings are a useful tool for comparing and sorting apartments and neighborhoods when choosing your rental home. This takes in many factors including rankings of the best places for proximity to parks, luxury amenities, pet-friendly features, family-friendly amenities, proximity to transit, walking, and biking. Use Lifestyle Search in the site filter options on this page - and find your Perfect place!

Family-Friendly Rating

Do you have a son or daughter (or both!)? Amongst all of the submarkets in San Leandro, Hillcrest Knolls has emerged as one of our favorite neighborhoods for families, with a score of 4.0 out of 4. Family Friendly ratings are based on community features and environments that help parents and children to thrive. Family Friendly submarkets provide resources like parks, pet amenities, playgrounds, picnic areas, recreation rooms, walking and biking trails, and more.

Outdoors Rating

For some, access to the outdoors is a must-have. This part of town is a highly-rated residential neighborhood for its parks and outdoor amenities, with a score of 4.0 out of 4.

Luxury Living Rating

This submarket is known as one of the best-regarded luxury communities in town, with a score of 4.0 out of 4. Luxury Lifestyle Scoring is based on having high-end community amenities like saunas, pools, sport courts, concierge services, park access, and quartz countertops in the kitchen with high-end appliances. Luxury submarkets also often offer tile, hardwood, and fine carpeting, tennis courts, and a full-time security staff or doorman.

Pet Friendly Rating

Does your family raise furry friends? this area is one of our preferred communities for pet owners who rent, with a score of 4.0 out of 4.

Frequently Asked Questions about Hillcrest Knolls

What is the current pricing and availability for apartments for rent in the Hillcrest Knolls area of San Leandro, CA?

As of today, September 08, 2026, there are currently 693 available Hillcrest Knolls apartments priced from $240 to $10,415, with an average monthly rent of $2,474.

What is the current price range for One Bedroom Hillcrest Knolls Apartments for rent?

Today's rental pricing for One Bedroom Apartments in Hillcrest Knolls ranges from $240 to $3,272 with an average monthly rent of $2,142.

What does renting a Two Bedroom Apartment in Hillcrest Knolls cost?

The monthly rent prices of Two Bedroom Apartments currently available in Hillcrest Knolls range from $1,695 to $4,294. Today's average rental price for Two Bedrooms here is $2,669.

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