
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Hilltop Neighborhood of San Pablo, CA from $1,600 (19 Rentals)
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Casa Ensenada Apartments

5405 Morrow Dr, Unit 1
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5405 Morrow Dr, Unit 1

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Hilltop, San Pablo, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Hilltop?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hilltop Studio Apartments | $2,188 | $2,188 | $2,189 |
| Hilltop 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,318 | $1,701 | $3,118 |
| Hilltop 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,939 | $2,048 | $3,730 |
| Hilltop 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,935 | $3,935 | $3,935 |
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Cheapest Available Hilltop Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Hilltop area of San Francisco, CA is a 1 Bed unit found at Westridge at Hilltop Apartments priced from $1,701. Casa Linda Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,875. Here are the most affordable Hilltop apartments for rent in San Francisco, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Westridge at Hilltop Apartments | One Bedroom 60% AMI - Income Restricted | 1BR,1BA | $1,701 |
| Casa Linda Apartments | 1/1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,875 |
| Bella Vista at Hilltop | Avalon | 1BR,1BA | $1,883 |
| Casa Ensenada Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,995 |
| Solace | Emerald | 1BR,1BA | $2,472 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Hilltop, CA
As of April 24, 2026 the best value apartment in the Hilltop area is the $2.59 price per square foot 1936 22nd St Model at 1936 22nd St, Unit 1 in the in the Devon Square neighborhood starting from $2,300. The second greatest value Hilltop apartment is the Design 1B with Garage Model at The Tides starting at $3,088 with a $3.77 price per square foot in the Hilltop neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Hilltop apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1936 22nd St, Unit 1 | 1936 22nd St | 2BR,1.5BA | $2.59 |
| The Tides | Design 1B with Garage | 1BR,1BA | $3.77 |
| Casa Ensenada Apartments | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $2.84 |
| 1501 Broadway Ave, Unit APT 4 | 1501 Broadway Ave | 2BR,1BA | $2.94 |
| Casa Linda Apartments | 1/1 | 1BR,1BA | $2.40 |
| Solace | Emerald | 1BR,1BA | $3.51 |
| Bella Vista at Hilltop | Avalon | 1BR,1BA | $2.67 |
| 1950 Stanton Ave, Unit B | 1950 Stanton Ave | 1BR,1BA | $3.36 |
| Westridge at Hilltop Apartments | Studio 80% AMI - Income Restricted | Studio ,1BA | $4.94 |
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3.0Pet Friendly
Best Local Schools in Hilltop, San Pablo, CA
Highland Elementary
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Hilltop Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Hilltop?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Hilltop is at Westridge at Hilltop Apartments listed at $2,188.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Hilltop Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Hilltop Apartment is $1,701 at Westridge at Hilltop Apartments.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Hilltop Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Hilltop is starting from $2,275 at Casa Ensenada Apartments.
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