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South Delaware Apartments
2021-2037 S Delaware StSan Mateo, CA 94403
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Ivy Circle
1946 Ivy StSan Mateo, CA 94403
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Fiesta Apartments
640-700 19th AveSan Mateo, CA 94403
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3633 Colegrove Apartments
3633 Colegrove StSan Mateo, CA 94403
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Madison Place
400 E Hillsdale BlvdSan 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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Montara
2775 S Delaware StSan Mateo, CA 94403
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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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1950 Ivy St
1950 Ivy StSan Mateo, CA 94403
807 Taurus Dr
Foster CityCA94404
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Hillsdale, San Mateo, CA Local Guide
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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 | $2,428 | $2,250 | $2,606 |
| Hillsdale 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,666 | $2,300 | $9,114 |
| Hillsdale 2 Bedroom Apartments | $4,258 | $2,850 | $6,133 |
| Hillsdale 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,524 | $4,138 | $5,054 |
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There are currently 12 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 1 Bed unit found at 3633 Colegrove Apartments priced from $2,595. Hillsdale Garden has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $2,606. Here are the most affordable Hillsdale apartments for rent in San Francisco, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3633 Colegrove Apartments | 1B/1B | 1BR,1BA | $2,595 |
| Hillsdale Garden | Studio | Studio,1BA | $2,606 |
| Madison Place | 1 x 1 | 1BR,1BA | $2,695 |
| The Preston at Hillsdale | Studio | Studio,1BA | $2,796 |
| Bay Terrace | The Teresa | 2BR,1BA | $2,865 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Hillsdale, CA
As of July 04, 2026 the best value apartment in the Hillsdale area is the $4.47 price per square foot Plan 3B Model at Chesapeake Point in the in the Birds neighborhood starting from $4,894. The second greatest value Hillsdale apartment is the The Veranda Model at Bay Terrace starting at $4,138 with a $4.36 price per square foot in the Birds 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Chesapeake Point | Plan 3B | 3BR,1.5BA | $4.47 |
| Bay Terrace | The Veranda | 3BR,2BA | $4.36 |
| Lakeshore Landing | Harbor | 2BR,2BA | $4.61 |
| Harbor Cove | 2x1-780 | 2BR,1BA | $5.01 |
| Laurel Crossing Apartment Homes | Poppy Premier | 1BR,1BA | $4.34 |
| Madison Place | 1x1rw | 1BR,1BA | $3.93 |
| 2727 Edison | Hawthorne | 1BR,1BA | $4.86 |
| 3633 Colegrove Apartments | 1B/1B | 1BR,1BA | $3.86 |
| Hillsdale Garden | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $4.60 |
| The Preston at Hillsdale | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $5.08 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Hillsdale Apartments
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Hillsdale?
The cheapest apartment in Hillsdale is 3633 Colegrove Apartments which is listed at $2,595, while the average apartment in Hillsdale costs $4,576.
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 1 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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