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Country Club
420 N Bayshore FwySan Mateo, CA 94401
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Colonial Garden Apartments
460 N Humboldt StSan Mateo, CA 94401
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Fiesta Apartments
640-700 19th AveSan Mateo, CA 94403
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Alta off the Avenue
1415 Floribunda AveBurlingame, CA 94010
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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 Dr
2010 Trousdale DrBurlingame, CA 94010
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Ambassador Apartments
145 N El Camino RealSan Mateo, CA 94401
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Park Central
724 Laurel AveSan Mateo, CA 94401
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1224 El Camino Real, Unit 4
1224 El Camino RealBurlingame, CA 94010
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1600 E 3rd AveSan Mateo, CA 94401
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1080 Carolan AveBurlingame, CA 94010
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Station 16 Apartments
126 N Rollins RdMillbrae, CA 94030
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142 Elm StSan Mateo, CA 94401
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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 | $2,891 | $2,195 | $3,461 |
| Hillsborough 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,500 | $2,090 | $5,700 |
| Hillsborough 2 Bedroom Apartments | $4,536 | $2,650 | $7,793 |
| Hillsborough 3 Bedroom Apartments | $6,447 | $3,490 | $9,151 |
| Hillsborough 4 Bedroom Apartments | $7,500 | $7,500 | $7,500 |
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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Hillsborough, CA
Pricing Updated: 03/27/2025Current 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 | $6,672 | $2,315 | 2327 |
Cheapest Available Hillsborough Apartments for Rent and Nearby
The cheapest available apartment rental in Hillsborough, CA is a Studio unit found at Alta off the Avenue in the Central San Mateo neighborhood priced from $2,195. De Sabla Apartments in the Western Hills neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $2,300. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Hillsborough apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Alta off the Avenue | 0BR/1.0BA | Studio,1BA | $2,195 |
| De Sabla Apartments | Skyline | Studio,1BA | $2,300 |
| Ambassador Apartments | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $2,325 |
| Arlington | 302 | Studio,1BA | $2,395 |
| Bellevue Apartments | 0 Beds, 1 Baths | Studio,1BA | $2,395 |
| Ivy Circle | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2,400 |
| Creekside | The Larkspur | 1BR,1BA | $2,548 |
| Northpark | 1 Bedroom A | 1BR,1BA | $2,620 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Hillsborough, CA and Nearby
As of March 27, 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 Hot Springs Model at Hillside Gardens starting at $3,250 with a $2.95 price per square foot in the Western Hills 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 |
| Hillside Gardens | Hot Springs | 2BR,1.5BA | $2.95 |
| Burlingame Towers | 2x2 | 2BR,2BA | $3.09 |
| 645 Rollins Rd, Unit 1 | 645 Rollins Rd | 2BR,1.5BA | $3.26 |
| Crown Towers Apartments | Two Bedroom Two Bathroom | 2BR,2BA | $3.13 |
| 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 | $3.13 |
| 1224 El Camino Real, Unit 4 | 1224 El Camino Real | 1BR,1BA | $3.69 |
| 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 $2,620.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Hillsborough?
The cheapest apartment in Hillsborough is De Sabla Apartments which is listed at $2,320, while the average apartment in Hillsborough costs $6,672.
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 675 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 $633 which is $6,039 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Hillsborough.
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Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips
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Renting Smart: Lease Basics Every Renter Needs
Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.
Often, in the excitement of finding a new place to live, there’s a rush to make it happen, and - too often - a new tenant signs a lease without reading it carefully.
Battling the Butts: Your Guide to the Reality of Smoke-Free Renting
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While many apartment buildings are “no smoking” properties, it’s hard to know exactly how many. In 2017, the National Apartment Association reported more than half of rental properties had smoke free policies.
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