
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Hillsdale Neighborhood of San Mateo, CA from $1,700 (12 Rentals)
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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 |
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Hillsdale Studio Apartments | $2,476 | $1,895 | $2,741 |
Hillsdale 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,587 | $2,275 | $10,000+ |
Hillsdale 2 Bedroom Apartments | $4,185 | $2,800 | $7,022 |
Hillsdale 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,964 | $3,953 | $8,554 |
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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 1950 Ivy St priced from $2,275. De Sabla Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $2,300. Here are the most affordable 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 |
De Sabla Apartments | Skyline | Studio,1BA | $2,300 |
The Preston at Hillsdale | Studio | Studio,1BA | $2,450 |
Fiesta Apartments | ONE BEDROOM.307 | 1BR,1BA | $2,450 |
Madison Place | 1 x 1 | 1BR,1BA | $2,450 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Hillsdale, CA
As of May 31, 2025 the best value apartment in the Hillsdale area is the $3.72 price per square foot Plan 2B Model at Chesapeake Point in the in the Pilgrim-Triton neighborhood starting from $4,067. The second greatest value Hillsdale apartment is the Cypress Premier Model at Laurel Crossing Apartment Homes starting at $3,480 with a $3.89 price per square foot in the Western Hills 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. |
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Chesapeake Point | Plan 2B | 2BR,1.5BA | $3.72 |
Laurel Crossing Apartment Homes | Cypress Premier | 2BR,1BA | $3.89 |
Harbor Cove | 1x1-780 | 1BR,1BA | $4.13 |
Bay Terrace | The Teresa | 2BR,1BA | $3.93 |
Madison Place | 1 x 1 | 1BR,1BA | $3.44 |
Bridgepointe | IICA | 1BR,1BA | $4.81 |
CitySouth | Delmonico (A1B) | 1BR,1BA | $4.08 |
1950 Ivy St | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $3.79 |
Lakeshore Landing | Shoreline | 1BR,1BA | $4.72 |
The Preston at Hillsdale | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $4.45 |
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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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- Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
- Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Hillsdale Apartments
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Hillsdale Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Hillsdale Apartment is $2,275 at 1950 Ivy St.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Hillsdale Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Hillsdale is starting from $2,800 at Bay Terrace.
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