Cheap 2 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in the Hillsdale Neighborhood of San Mateo, CA from $2,768 (1 Rental)
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Hillsdale, San Mateo, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Hillsdale?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
---|---|---|---|
Hillsdale Studio Apartments | $2,546 | $1,895 | $2,741 |
Hillsdale 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,163 | $2,275 | $9,999 |
Hillsdale 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,969 | $2,768 | $6,595 |
Hillsdale 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,539 | $3,499 | $8,720 |
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Getting Around the Hillsdale Neighborhood in San Mateo, CA
Walk Score®
88 / 100
Very Walkable
Most errands can be accomplished on foot
Bike Score®
73 / 100
Very Bikeable
Biking is convenient for most trips
Transit Score®
48 / 100
Some Transit
A few nearby public transportation options
What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?
- Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
- Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
- Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Hillsdale Apartments
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Hillsdale?
The cheapest apartment in Hillsdale is Bay Terrace which is listed at $2,768, while the average apartment in Hillsdale costs $4,133.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in 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 9 regular apartments in Hillsdale that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
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