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3633 Colegrove Apartments
3633 Colegrove StSan Mateo, CA 94403
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the East Hillsdale Neighborhood of San Mateo, CA from $1,700 (12 Rentals)
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East Hillsdale Apartments
348 E Hillsdale BlvdSan Mateo, CA 94403
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Fiesta Apartments
640-700 19th AveSan Mateo, CA 94403
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Ivy Circle
1946 Ivy StSan Mateo, CA 94403
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3655 Colegrove Apartments
3655 Colegrove StSan Mateo, CA 94403
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36th Avenue Apartments
49 W 36th AveSan Mateo, CA 94403
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zLaurel Place Apartments
52 E 41st PlSan Mateo, CA 94403
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2831 – 2845 Flores Apartments
2831 Flores StSan Mateo, CA 94403
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The Preston at Hillsdale
3110 Casa De CampoSan Mateo, CA 94403
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1950 Ivy St
1950 Ivy StSan Mateo, CA 94403
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1113 Haddon Dr
1113 Haddon DrSan Mateo, CA 94402
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1109 Haddon Dr
1109 Haddon DrSan Mateo, CA 94402
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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in East Hillsdale?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| East Hillsdale Studio Apartments | $2,872 | $2,095 | $3,422 |
| East Hillsdale 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,292 | $2,095 | $8,861 |
| East Hillsdale 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,896 | $2,700 | $6,381 |
| East Hillsdale 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,522 | $4,038 | $5,057 |
| East Hillsdale 4 Bedroom Apartments | $7,137 | $6,400 | $7,875 |
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Cheapest Available East Hillsdale Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in the East Hillsdale area of San Francisco, CA is a Studio unit found at 3633 Colegrove Apartments priced from $1,945. The Preston at Hillsdale has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $2,160. Here are the most affordable East Hillsdale apartments for rent in San Francisco, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3633 Colegrove Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,945 |
| The Preston at Hillsdale | Studio | Studio,1BA | $2,160 |
| 1109 Haddon Dr | 1109 | 1BR,1BA | $2,450 |
| Hillsdale Garden | 1 Bed B | 1BR,1BA | $2,519 |
| Madison Place | 1 x 1 | 1BR,1BA | $2,525 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in East Hillsdale, CA
As of January 09, 2026 the best value apartment in the East Hillsdale area is the $3.57 price per square foot TWO BEDROOM - 14 Model at East 19th Avenue Apartments in the in the Western Hills neighborhood starting from $2,895. The second greatest value East Hillsdale apartment is the The Teresa Model at Bay Terrace starting at $3,099 with a $4.13 price per square foot in the Birds neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for East Hillsdale apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| East 19th Avenue Apartments | TWO BEDROOM - 14 | 2BR,1BA | $3.57 |
| Bay Terrace | The Teresa | 2BR,1BA | $4.13 |
| Park Place at San Mateo | 1 Bedroom B | 1BR,1BA | $4.65 |
| Madison Place | 1 x 1 | 1BR,1BA | $3.55 |
| The Preston at Hillsdale | One Bedroom One Bath 680 | 1BR,1BA | $3.93 |
| CitySouth | Delmonico (A1B) | 1BR,1BA | $4.19 |
| Hillsdale Garden | 1 Bed A | 1BR,1BA | $3.99 |
| 1109 Haddon Dr | 1109 | 1BR,1BA | $3.77 |
| Station Park Green | Maple | Studio ,1BA | $4.47 |
| 3633 Colegrove Apartments | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $4.63 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap East Hillsdale Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in East Hillsdale?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in East Hillsdale is under $3,101.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in East Hillsdale?
The cheapest apartment in East Hillsdale is 3633 Colegrove Apartments which is listed at $2,395, while the average apartment in East Hillsdale costs $7,137.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in East Hillsdale?
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 10 regular apartments in East Hillsdale that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
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