1221 Beacon Ave
San MateoCA94401
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205 Monte Diablo Ave
San MateoCA94401
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Villa Tuscany Apartment Homes
789 El CaminoBurlingame, CA 94010
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Alta off the Avenue
1415 Floribunda AveBurlingame, CA 94010
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Royal Pines
525 N El Camino RealSan Mateo, CA 94401
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103 N Eldorado St
San MateoCA94401
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Fourth Circle
1022 E 4th AveSan Mateo, CA 94401
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De Sabla Apartments
10 De Sabla RdSan Mateo, CA 94402
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2010 Trousdale DrBurlingame, CA 94010
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Ambassador Apartments
145 N El Camino RealSan Mateo, CA 94401
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Station 16 Apartments
126 N Rollins RdMillbrae, CA 94030
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1445 Bellevue AveBurlingame, CA 94010
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640-700 19th AveSan Mateo, CA 94403
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460 N Humboldt StSan Mateo, CA 94401
525 N San Mateo Dr
San MateoCA94401
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Arlington
1401 Floribunda AveBurlingame, CA 94010
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1080 Carolan AveBurlingame, CA 94010
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Hillsborough, CA Local Guide
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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Hillsborough?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hillsborough Studio Apartments | $2,814 | $1,850 | $3,490 |
| Hillsborough 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,414 | $1,300 | $9,999 |
| Hillsborough 2 Bedroom Apartments | $4,650 | $2,590 | $6,595 |
| Hillsborough 3 Bedroom Apartments | $6,061 | $3,170 | $7,707 |
| Hillsborough 4 Bedroom Apartments | $7,500 | $7,500 | $7,500 |
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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Hillsborough, CA
Pricing Updated: 05/18/2025Current apartment rentals in the Hillsborough, CA area range in price from to with an overall median price of . Here is today’s list neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for Hillsborough Apartments for rent:
| Neighborhood | Median Price | Min Price | Available Units |
|---|---|---|---|
| Brewer Subdivision | $6,675 | $2,300 | 63 |
Cheapest Available Hillsborough Apartments for Rent and Nearby
The cheapest available apartment rental in Hillsborough, CA is a Studio unit found at Villa Tuscany Apartment Homes in the San Mateo Park neighborhood priced from $2,045. Alta off the Avenue in the Central San Mateo neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $2,195. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Hillsborough apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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| Villa Tuscany Apartment Homes | Studio | Studio,1BA | $2,045 |
| Alta off the Avenue | 0BR/1.0BA | Studio,1BA | $2,195 |
| Royal Pines | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2,200 |
| 1950 Ivy St | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2,275 |
| De Sabla Apartments | Skyline | Studio,1BA | $2,300 |
| Ambassador Apartments | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $2,325 |
| Ivy Circle | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2,400 |
| Colonial Garden Apartments | Plan 1 | 1BR,1BA | $2,474 |
| Bellevue Apartments | 1 Beds, 1 Baths | 1BR,1BA | $2,495 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Hillsborough, CA and Nearby
As of May 18, 2025 the best value apartment in the Hillsborough area is the $3.26 price per square foot Single Family House Model at 2801 Hillside Dr in the in the San Mateo Park neighborhood starting from $7,500. The second greatest value Hillsborough apartment is the 2 Bedrooms + Family Room Model at 718 N Claremont St starting at $3,200 with a $2.67 price per square foot in the Central San Mateo neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Hillsborough apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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| 2801 Hillside Dr | Single Family House | 4BR,3BA | $3.26 |
| 718 N Claremont St | 2 Bedrooms + Family Room | 2BR,1BA | $2.67 |
| 645 Rollins Rd, Unit 3 | 645 Rollins Rd | 2BR,1.5BA | $3.26 |
| 111 Elm St | 2 bed 1 bath | 2BR,1BA | $3.44 |
| Two Clark Drive Apartments | 1 Bedroom/1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $3.56 |
| One Three Four Elm Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $3.53 |
| Royal Pines | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2.93 |
| Hillside Gardens | Castle Peak | 1BR,1BA | $3.60 |
| 241 Myrtle Rd, Unit E | 241 Myrtle Rd | 1BR,1BA | $3.31 |
| Ambassador Apartments | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $3.67 |
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Walk Score®
11 / 100
Car-Dependent
Almost all errands require a car
Bike Score®
15 / 100
Somewhat Bikeable
Minimal bike infrastructure
Transit Score®
4 / 100
Minimal Transit
It may be possible to get on a bus
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Hillsborough Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Hillsborough?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Hillsborough is under $2,495.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Hillsborough?
The cheapest apartment in Hillsborough is Royal Pines which is listed at $2,200, while the average apartment in Hillsborough costs $6,675.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Hillsborough?
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 9 regular apartments in Hillsborough that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
How do the prices of cheap apartments compare to the average apartment in Hillsborough?
Cheap apartments in Hillsborough have an average cost of $592 which is $6,083 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Hillsborough.
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