
Cheap Homes for Rent in East Hillsdale Neighborhood of San Mateo, CA from $1,300 (6 Rentals)
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3031 Flores St

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East Hillsdale, San Mateo, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent a home in East Hillsdale?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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East Hillsdale 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $3,989 | $3,300 | $4,900 |
East Hillsdale 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $5,063 | $4,200 | $5,500 |
East Hillsdale 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $6,044 | $5,388 | $6,700 |
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There are currently 6 rentals with your search options within a 1 mile radius of the East Hillsdale Neighborhood of San Mateo, CA.
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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 1 Bed unit found at 1950 Ivy St priced from $2,275. 3633 Colegrove Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $2,395. Here are the most affordable East Hillsdale apartments for rent in San Francisco, CA:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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1950 Ivy St | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2,275 |
3633 Colegrove Apartments | 1B/1B | 1BR,1BA | $2,395 |
Madison Place | 1 x 1 | 1BR,1BA | $2,450 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in East Hillsdale, CA
As of July 30, 2025 the best value apartment in the East Hillsdale area is the $3.98 price per square foot Plan 3B Model at Chesapeake Point in the in the Birds neighborhood starting from $4,352. The second greatest value East Hillsdale apartment is the Two Bedroom One and One Half Bath Townhome A Model at The Preston at Hillsdale starting at $3,445 with a $3.53 price per square foot in the Pilgrim-Triton 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. |
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Chesapeake Point | Plan 3B | 3BR,1.5BA | $3.98 |
The Preston at Hillsdale | Two Bedroom One and One Half Bath Townhome A | 2BR,1.5BA | $3.53 |
Azara San Mateo | 1x1 1A | 1BR,1BA | $5.14 |
Station Park Green | Fir | 1BR,1BA | $5.02 |
Madison Place | 1 x 1 | 1BR,1BA | $3.44 |
2727 Edison | Hawthorne | 1BR,1BA | $5.00 |
CitySouth | Delmonico (A1B) | 1BR,1BA | $4.29 |
3633 Colegrove Apartments | 1B/1B | 1BR,1BA | $3.56 |
1950 Ivy St | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $3.79 |
Hillsdale Garden | Jr. 1 bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $5.12 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about East Hillsdale
What type of rentals are currently available in East Hillsdale?
There are currently 277 Apartments for Rent in East Hillsdale, CA with pricing that ranges from $2,095 to $8,860. There are also 20 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in East Hillsdale ranging from $1,320 to $6,700.
What is the current price range for Rental Homes in East Hillsdale?
Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in East Hillsdale ranges from $1,320 to $6,700 with an average monthly rent of $3,898.
How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in East Hillsdale?
For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in East Hillsdale range from $3,516 to $6,787, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $4,200 to $5,500. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $5,388 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $7,070.
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