Cheap Homes for Rent in Hilltop Neighborhood of San Pablo, CA from $2,600 (9 Rentals)

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Hilltop, San Pablo, CA Local Guide

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. Heritage Park at Hilltop| 55+ Senior Affordable Community has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,720. Here are the most affordable Hilltop apartments for rent in San Francisco, CA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Westridge at Hilltop ApartmentsOne Bedroom 60% AMI - Income Restricted1BR,1BA$1,701
Heritage Park at Hilltop| 55+ Senior Affordable Community1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom1BR,1BA$1,720
Baycliff ApartmentsA11BR,1BA$1,782

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Hilltop, CA

As of June 08, 2026 the best value apartment in the Hilltop area is the $2.84 price per square foot 4001 Fariss Ln Model at 4001 Fariss Ln, Unit 2BR Ap in the in the Hilltop neighborhood starting from $2,700. The second greatest value Hilltop apartment is the Bayfair Model at Bella Vista at Hilltop starting at $2,278 with a $2.51 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 ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
4001 Fariss Ln, Unit 2BR Ap4001 Fariss Ln2BR,1BA$2.84
Bella Vista at HilltopBayfair2BR,1BA$2.51
1936 22nd St1936 22nd St2BR,1.5BA$3.06
The TidesDesign 1B with Garage1BR,1BA$3.83
Casa Linda Apartments1/11BR,1BA$2.40
2030 Stanton Ave2 Beds, 1 Baths2BR,1BA$2.65
SolaceEmerald1BR,1BA$3.46
1950 Stanton Ave1950 Stanton Ave1BR,1BA$3.13
Baycliff ApartmentsA11BR,1BA$2.68
Heritage Park at Hilltop| 55+ Senior Affordable Community1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom1BR,1BA$2.85

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Hilltop, San Pablo, CA

Ranked #7

Among cities in California for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.

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Frequently Asked Questions about Hilltop

What type of rentals are currently available in Hilltop?

There are currently 140 Apartments for Rent in Hilltop, CA with pricing that ranges from $1,413 to $3,935. There are also 13 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Hilltop ranging from $2,600 to $4,200.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Hilltop?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Hilltop ranges from $2,600 to $4,200 with an average monthly rent of $3,315.

Expert Rental Resources

The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

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