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The average rent in Hillsborough, as of July 2026, is flat compared to last month but down 65.82% year-over-year.
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5d+ ago
Verified
2 beds
2 baths
$5,537
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16h ago
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460 N Humboldt St, San Mateo, CA 94401
Garage parking | On-site laundry | Hardwood floor
2 beds
1 bath
$3,280–$6,208
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6h ago
Verified
430 Station Park Cir, San Mateo, CA 94402
In-unit laundry | Air conditioning | Balcony
Studio–2 beds
1–2 baths
$3,617–$5,707
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5d+ ago
Apartment for rent in Millbrae
2 beds
1 bath
$3,495
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Available Jul 16
5d+ ago
Verified
1249 Oak Grove Ave #04, Burlingame, CA 94010
On-site laundry | Dishwasher
1 bed
1 bath
$3,250
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Available Jun 12
5d+ ago
Verified
2 beds
2 baths
$7,970
$6,090
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5d+ ago
Verified
1 bed
1 bath
$3,030
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7h ago
Verified
1 bed
1 bath
$5,060
Apartment for rent
2d ago
Verified
2 beds
2.5 baths
$6,580
$4,940
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5d+ ago
Verified
2 beds
2 baths
$6,070
Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
Verified
2 beds
2.5 baths
$5,540
House for rent
2d ago
Verified
2 beds
2 baths
$6,110
$6,010
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23h ago
Verified
1 bed
1 bath
$4,620
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7h ago
Verified
1–2 beds
1–2 baths
$4,260–$5,710
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These rentals are 10%-30% cheaper than the local average price for similar rentals.
2d ago
Verified
337 S Fremont St #1807, San Mateo, CA 94401
In-unit laundry | Furnished | Air conditioning
1–2 beds
1–2 baths
$4,300–$5,650
Apartment for rent
7h ago
Verified
920 Bayswater Ave #1056, Burlingame, CA 94010
In-unit laundry | Furnished | Air conditioning
1–2 beds
1–2 baths
$4,430–$6,830
Apartment for rent
4h ago
Verified
710 Laurel Ave #1148, San Mateo, CA 94401
In-unit laundry | Furnished | Air conditioning
Studio–1 bed
1 bath
$2,840–$4,240
Apartment for rent
1d ago
Verified
55 El Camino Real, Burlingame, CA 94010
In-unit laundry | On-site laundry | Carpet
1–2 beds
1–2 baths
$3,295–$4,295
Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
Shoreview condo for rent in San Mateo
2 beds
1 bath
$3,285
Condo for rent
Available Jul 11
5d+ ago
Downtown San Mateo house for rent in San Mateo
3 beds
2 baths
$5,500
House for rent
5d+ ago
Sugarloaf apartment for rent in San Mateo
2 beds
2 baths
$3,545
Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
Shoreview house for rent in San Mateo
1009 S Norfolk St, San Mateo, CA 94401
In-unit laundry | Air conditioning | On-site laundry
1 bed
1 bath
$2,650
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Available Nov 15
1d ago
1 bed
1 bath
$2,500
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Hillsborough, CA, is often praised for its quiet residential feel and well-maintained neighborhoods. Residents enjoy the spaciousness and affluent atmosphere, noting that it’s a great place for families due to its excellent schools and parks. Many appreciate the proximity to nearby amenities and the overall safety of the area. However, some renters find the cost of living to be quite high, with limited affordable housing options leading to frustrations about accessibility. The community is also described as somewhat exclusive, which may not appeal to everyone.
Hillsborough, North Carolina has averaged about 4 active listings per month over the past year. The modest inventory is distributed across three bedroom categories, with 1-bedroom, 2-bedroom, and 3-bedroom units each representing 25% of the market. Studios do not appear in the monthly averages.
Hillsborough rentals cater to renters seeking essential conveniences in their apartment living. In-unit laundry stands out as the primary amenity, available in 75% of listings, providing the convenience that working professionals and families value. These averages offer a useful snapshot, though the live market may shift.
Zumper’s proprietary rental data fuels our analysis. Rent and market trends, availability, neighborhood popularity, and lifestyle scores are all calculated using real-time and 2026 rental inventory and prices.
Our Lifestyle Categories ("great for eco-living," "great for social life," "great for pet owners," etc.) are determined by set criteria, against which we score each listing and its available features. At the neighborhood level, we calculate the listing count for each category to determine which lifestyles best fit each area.
Zumper, founded in 2012, is North America’s largest privately-owned rental platform, offering over 1 million listings across the U.S. and Canada. Stay informed on the latest trends and shifts in the rental market with our monthly National Rent Report, your go-to resource for key insights into the evolving rental landscape.
The average size of a 1 bedroom apartment rental in Hillsborough is 470 square feet. The average size of a 2 bedroom apartment rental in Hillsborough is 823 square feet.
To help you better understand how much rent you can afford, check out Zumper's rent calculator. Our rent calculator can help you learn more about Hillsborough average rent prices.
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