
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Hilltop Bayview Neighborhood of San Pablo, CA from $1,600 (50 Rentals)
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Rumrill Place Apartment

1230 Brookside Dr, Unit 6

Baycliff Apartments

2515 Manchester Ave

5405 Morrow Dr, Unit 1

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1950 Stanton Ave

5405 Morrow Dr, Unit 1

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142 Sheryl Dr, Unit 2 bed / 1 bath

Kona Apartments
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El Paseo Family

Tiki Apartments

Casa Linda Apartments

2030 Stanton Ave

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Hilltop Commons Apartments

2337 Rumrill Rd

2911 18th St

Westridge at Hilltop Apartments

Heritage Park at Hilltop| 55+ Senior Affordable Community
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Bella Vista at Hilltop

The Villas at Harbor Pointe

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Heritage Grove Apartments

Bayside Apartments

Vue 3600

San Marcos

Furnished Studio-Richmond - Hilltop Mall

4815 Appian Way

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649 El Centro Rd, Unit SI FL1-ID1546147P

Solace
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Evergreen Apartments

576 Rincon Rd

Sequoia Townhouses

2171 Peach St, Unit Apt 3 (Upstairs unit)

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3643 West Ct, Unit SI ID1546418P

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The Tides

926 Appian Way

The Terraces

4001 Fariss Ln, Unit 2BR Ap

24 Park Ln
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East Bluff Apartments

Vista Woods Senior

Pacific Crest Apartments

Courtyard Terrace Apartments

450 Corte Arango

4740 Appian Way

4827 Appian Way

Ridgecrest Terrace

Truewood by Merrill Pinole

WestBridge Townhomes
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Hilltop Bayview, San Pablo, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Hilltop Bayview?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hilltop Bayview Studio Apartments | $2,188 | $2,188 | $2,189 |
| Hilltop Bayview 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,309 | $1,701 | $3,059 |
| Hilltop Bayview 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,648 | $1,750 | $3,560 |
| Hilltop Bayview 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,078 | $2,099 | $3,935 |
| Hilltop Bayview 4 Bedroom Apartments | $5,500 | $5,500 | $5,500 |
Browse Apartments in this Neighborhood
There are currently 50 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Hilltop Bayview Neighborhood of San Pablo, CA.
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Cheapest Available Hilltop Bayview Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Hilltop Bayview area of San Francisco, CA is a 2 Beds unit found at El Paseo Family priced from $1,627. Vista Woods Senior has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,678. Here are the most affordable Hilltop Bayview apartments for rent in San Francisco, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| El Paseo Family | 2x2 | 2BR,2BA | $1,627 |
| Vista Woods Senior | Senior Affordable Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,678 |
| Westridge at Hilltop Apartments | One Bedroom 60% AMI - Income Restricted | 1BR,1BA | $1,701 |
| Rumrill Place Apartment | 2BR | 2BR,1BA | $1,750 |
| Baycliff Apartments | A2 | 1BR,1BA | $1,782 |
| Casa Linda Apartments | 1/1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,875 |
| Bella Vista at Hilltop | Avalon | 1BR,1BA | $1,883 |
| 2030 Stanton Ave | 2 Beds, 1 Baths | 2BR,1BA | $1,989 |
| Heritage Grove Apartments | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,995 |
| The Villas at Harbor Pointe | MARINA | 1BR,1BA | $2,080 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Hilltop Bayview, CA
As of July 05, 2026 the best value apartment in the Hilltop Bayview area is the $1.50 price per square foot 2x2 Model at El Paseo Family in the in the San Pablo neighborhood starting from $1,627. The second greatest value Hilltop Bayview apartment is the Redwood Model at Sequoia Townhouses starting at $2,500 with a $2.50 price per square foot in the Tara Hills neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Hilltop Bayview apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| El Paseo Family | 2x2 | 2BR,2BA | $1.50 |
| Sequoia Townhouses | Redwood | 2BR,1.5BA | $2.50 |
| Evergreen Apartments | Standard 2 | 2BR,1BA | $2.74 |
| Bayside Apartments | 2x1-B2 | 2BR,1BA | $2.55 |
| 142 Sheryl Dr, Unit 2 bed / 1 bath | 142 Sheryl Dr | 2BR,1BA | $3.00 |
| Casa Linda Apartments | 1/1 | 1BR,1BA | $2.40 |
| 2030 Stanton Ave | 2 Beds, 1 Baths | 2BR,1BA | $2.65 |
| Bella Vista at Hilltop | Avalon | 1BR,1BA | $2.67 |
| The Villas at Harbor Pointe | MARINA | 1BR,1BA | $2.97 |
| Baycliff Apartments | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $2.68 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleHilltop Bayview, San Pablo, CA
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Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
4.0Pet Friendly
Best Local Schools in Hilltop Bayview, San Pablo, CA
Tara Hills Elementary
Middle College High
Betty Reid Soskin Middle
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Lifestyle Ratings
This website compiles millions of data points to bring you Lifestyle Ratings of rentals and neighborhoods across the USA, including Hilltop Bayview, San Pablo, and the greater San Francisco area. LifeStyle Ratings are the best way to sort through finding a place to live - beyond price and floorplan. This takes in many factors including searching for the best amenities, and the best outdoor access, pet-friendly features, features that make it easier to raise kids, proximity to transit, and other valuable search options. Find Lifestyle Search in the filter options (above). Happy Searching!
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Hilltop Bayview Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Hilltop Bayview?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Hilltop Bayview is under $2,080.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Hilltop Bayview?
The cheapest apartment in Hilltop Bayview is Westridge at Hilltop Apartments which is listed at $1,701, while the average apartment in Hilltop Bayview costs $5,500.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Hilltop Bayview?
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 13 regular apartments in Hilltop Bayview that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
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