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3633 Colegrove Apartments
3633 Colegrove StSan Mateo, CA 94403
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Hillsdale Neighborhood of San Mateo, CA from $1,700 (9 Rentals)
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Fiesta Apartments
640-700 19th AveSan Mateo, CA 94403
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Madison Place
400 E Hillsdale BlvdSan Mateo, CA 94403
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Harbor Cove
900 E Hillsdale BlvdFoster City, CA 94404
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Hillsdale, San Mateo, CA Local Guide
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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Hillsdale?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hillsdale Studio Apartments | $2,372 | $1,945 | $2,741 |
| Hillsdale 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,122 | $2,095 | $8,400 |
| Hillsdale 2 Bedroom Apartments | $4,157 | $2,895 | $6,561 |
| Hillsdale 3 Bedroom Apartments | $6,282 | $3,233 | $10,000+ |
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There are currently 9 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Hillsdale Neighborhood of San Mateo, CA.
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Cheapest Available Hillsdale Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in the Hillsdale area of San Francisco, CA is a Studio unit found at Hillsdale Garden priced from $2,341. Laurel Crossing Apartment Homes has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $2,346. Here are the most affordable Hillsdale apartments for rent in San Francisco, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hillsdale Garden | Studio_e10a | Studio,1BA | $2,341 |
| Laurel Crossing Apartment Homes | Sage Premier | Studio,1BA | $2,346 |
| The Preston at Hillsdale | Studio | Studio,1BA | $2,395 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Hillsdale, CA
As of March 25, 2025 the best value apartment in the Hillsdale area is the $3.52 price per square foot Brentwood Model at 2727 Edison in the in the Western Hills neighborhood starting from $3,694. The second greatest value Hillsdale apartment is the H Model at MODE starting at $4,669 with a $4.47 price per square foot in the Western Hills neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Hillsdale apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2727 Edison | Brentwood | 2BR,2BA | $3.52 |
| MODE | H | 2BR,2BA | $4.47 |
| Bay Terrace | The Veranda | 3BR,2BA | $3.40 |
| CitySouth | Embarcadero (A1D) | 1BR,1BA | $4.06 |
| Madison Place | 1 x 1 | 1BR,1BA | $3.44 |
| Hillsdale Garden | 1 Bed/1 Bath_a10a | 1BR,1BA | $4.51 |
| Ivy Circle | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $3.69 |
| Harbor Cove | 1x1-625 | 1BR,1BA | $4.34 |
| Lakeshore Landing | Dockside | 1BR,1BA | $4.58 |
| The Preston at Hillsdale | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $4.35 |
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Getting Around the Hillsdale Neighborhood in San Mateo, CA
Walk Score®
88 / 100
Very Walkable
Most errands can be accomplished on foot
Bike Score®
73 / 100
Very Bikeable
Biking is convenient for most trips
Transit Score®
48 / 100
Some Transit
A few nearby public transportation options
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- Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
- Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Hillsdale Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Hillsdale?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Hillsdale is under $3,233.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Hillsdale?
The cheapest apartment in Hillsdale is Ivy Circle which is listed at $2,400, while the average apartment in Hillsdale costs $5,083.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Hillsdale?
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 720 regular apartments in Hillsdale 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 Hillsdale?
Cheap apartments in Hillsdale have an average cost of $728 which is $4,355 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Hillsdale.
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