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4170 Springlake DrSan Leandro, CA 94578
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San Leandro Senior Living
348 W Juana AveSan Leandro, CA 94577
1772 Thornton Pl
San LeandroCA94577
243 Chumalia St
San LeandroCA94577
16003 Maubert Ave
San LeandroCA94578
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Seventy Harlan
70 Harlan StSan Leandro, CA 94577
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1570 164th AveSan Leandro, CA 94578
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1555 164th AveSan Leandro, CA 94578
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Oakland 34 Apartments
10920 Macarthur BlvdOakland, CA 94605
547 Heritage Cir
San LorenzoCA94580
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Hillcrest Knolls, San Leandro, CA Local Guide
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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Hillcrest Knolls?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hillcrest Knolls Studio Apartments | $2,285 | $1,400 | $2,862 |
| Hillcrest Knolls 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,568 | $811 | $3,681 |
| Hillcrest Knolls 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,829 | $955 | $4,164 |
| Hillcrest Knolls 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,596 | $2,440 | $8,307 |
| Hillcrest Knolls 4 Bedroom Apartments | $3,649 | $3,549 | $3,749 |
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Cheapest Available Hillcrest Knolls Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in the Hillcrest Knolls area of San Francisco, CA is a 1 Bed unit found at Oakland 34 Apartments priced from $811. San Leandro Senior Living has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,400. Here are the most affordable Hillcrest Knolls apartments for rent in San Francisco, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Oakland 34 Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $811 |
| San Leandro Senior Living | The Paris | Studio,1BA | $1,400 |
| Lakeside Village | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,543 |
| San Leandro Racquet Club | Studio Apartment | Studio,1BA | $1,549 |
| Seventy Harlan | 0x1 | Studio,1BA | $1,745 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Hillcrest Knolls, CA
As of June 25, 2025 the best value apartment in the Hillcrest Knolls area is the $2.50 price per square foot 2 Bedroom Model at Eden Terrace in the in the South Castro Valley neighborhood starting from $2,500. The second greatest value Hillcrest Knolls apartment is the 2 Beds, 1 bath Model at Redwood Grove starting at $2,575 with a $2.58 price per square foot in the Halcyon District neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Hillcrest Knolls apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Eden Terrace | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1.5BA | $2.50 |
| Redwood Grove | 2 Beds, 1 bath | 2BR,1BA | $2.58 |
| 150 Haas Avenue | 2BR/1.0BA | 2BR,1BA | $2.20 |
| Bel Mark Apartments | 2 Bed 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $2.63 |
| 132 Dutton Ave | 2x1 | 2BR,1BA | $2.69 |
| Mattox Apartments | Floor Plan 2 | 2BR,1BA | $2.69 |
| Fenix 424 by Trion Living | 1x1R | 1BR,1BA | $2.65 |
| Onstad Manor | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $2.45 |
| Oakland 34 Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.24 |
| Lakeside Village | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $2.71 |
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Getting Around the Hillcrest Knolls Neighborhood in San Leandro, CA
Walk Score®
37 / 100
Car-Dependent
Most errands require a car
Bike Score®
19 / 100
Somewhat Bikeable
Minimal bike infrastructure
Transit Score®
43 / 100
Some Transit
A few nearby public transportation options
What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?
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- Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Hillcrest Knolls Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Hillcrest Knolls?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Hillcrest Knolls is under $1,895.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Hillcrest Knolls?
The cheapest apartment in Hillcrest Knolls is Oakland 34 Apartments which is listed at $811, while the average apartment in Hillcrest Knolls costs $3,695.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Hillcrest Knolls?
Student, low-income, and by-the-bed apartments are typically the cheapest rentals in most cities, though they require qualifying criteria to rent. There are 15 regular apartments in Hillcrest Knolls that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
How do the prices of cheap apartments compare to the average apartment in Hillcrest Knolls?
Cheap apartments in Hillcrest Knolls have an average cost of $141 which is $3,554 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Hillcrest Knolls.
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