
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Hillsdale Neighborhood of San Mateo, CA from $1,700 (11 Rentals)
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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Hillsdale?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hillsdale Studio Apartments | $2,758 | $2,095 | $3,534 |
| Hillsdale 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,061 | $2,095 | $4,115 |
| Hillsdale 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,951 | $2,700 | $10,000+ |
| Hillsdale 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,369 | $3,597 | $6,034 |
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There are currently 11 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Hillsdale Neighborhood of San Mateo, CA.
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Cheapest Available Hillsdale Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Hillsdale area of San Francisco, CA is a Studio unit found at 3633 Colegrove Apartments priced from $1,945. 1950 Ivy St has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $2,275. Here are the most affordable Hillsdale apartments for rent in San Francisco, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3633 Colegrove Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,945 |
| 1950 Ivy St | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2,275 |
| Hillsdale Garden | Studio | Studio,1BA | $2,290 |
| Madison Place | 1 x 1 | 1BR,1BA | $2,450 |
| Harbor Cove | STU-500 | Studio,1BA | $2,575 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Hillsdale, CA
As of November 14, 2025 the best value apartment in the Hillsdale area is the $3.53 price per square foot Two Bedroom One and One Half Bath Townhome Model at The Preston at Hillsdale in the in the Pilgrim-Triton neighborhood starting from $4,067. The second greatest value Hillsdale apartment is the Plan 3B Model at Chesapeake Point starting at $4,130 with a $3.78 price per square foot in the Pilgrim-Triton neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Hillsdale apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Preston at Hillsdale | Two Bedroom One and One Half Bath Townhome | 2BR,1.5BA | $3.53 |
| Chesapeake Point | Plan 3B | 3BR,1.5BA | $3.78 |
| 2727 Edison | Brentwood | 2BR,2BA | $3.52 |
| Crestview Apartments | Plan D1: With Washer and Dryer | 2BR,1BA | $3.56 |
| Bay Terrace | The Teresa | 2BR,1BA | $3.63 |
| Madison Place | 1 x 1 | 1BR,1BA | $3.44 |
| CitySouth | Delmonico (A1B) | 1BR,1BA | $4.03 |
| 1950 Ivy St | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $3.79 |
| Hillsdale Garden | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $4.04 |
| 3633 Colegrove Apartments | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $4.63 |
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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
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- 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 a cheap apartment in Hillsdale?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Hillsdale is under $3,280.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Hillsdale?
The cheapest apartment in Hillsdale is 1950 Ivy St which is listed at $2,275, while the average apartment in Hillsdale costs $4,179.
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 12 regular apartments in Hillsdale 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 Hillsdale?
Cheap apartments in Hillsdale have an average cost of $791 which is $3,388 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Hillsdale.
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