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The average monthly rent in Hillcrest, San Diego is up 1.29% compared to last month but unchanged year-over-year.
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14h ago
Hillcrest apartment for rent in San Diego
2 beds
2 baths
$3,295
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1d ago
3660 Eagle St, San Diego, CA 92103
On-site laundry | Swimming pool | Dishwasher
1 bed
1 bath
$2,000
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2d ago
1 bed
1 bath
$2,095
Apartment for rent
2d ago
2 beds
2 baths
$2,695
Apartment for rent
2d ago
1 bed
1 bath
$2,495
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2d ago
1 bed
1 bath
$2,050
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Dishwasher
In-Unit Laundry
On-Site Laundry
Air Conditioning
4d ago
3850 Eagle St, San Diego, CA 92103
In-unit laundry | Assigned parking | Hardwood floor
2 beds
1 bath
$2,195
Price drop
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5d+ ago
3634 1/2 Park Blvd, San Diego, CA 92103
On-site laundry | Dishwasher | Microwave
1 bed
1 bath
$1,995
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5d+ ago
2 beds
2 baths
$2,595
Apartment for rent
11h ago
Verified
4305 3rd Ave, San Diego, CA 92103
In-unit laundry | Air conditioning | On-site laundry
1–2 beds
1–2 baths
$3,879–$4,279
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These rentals are 10%-30% cheaper than the local average price for similar rentals.
5d+ ago
Verified
1 bed
1 bath
$3,840
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12h ago
125 Arbor Dr, San Diego, CA 92103
In-unit laundry | Air conditioning | Garage parking
3 beds
3 baths
$3,495
Apartment for rent
1d ago
2 beds
1 bath
$2,200
Apartment for rent
1d ago
1 bed
1 bath
$2,395
Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
Studio
1 bath
$1,795
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5d+ ago
445 W University Ave, San Diego, CA 92103
Balcony | Central heat | Ceiling fan
1 bed
1 bath
$2,195
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5d+ ago
Hillcrest house for rent in San Diego
4166 4th Ave, San Diego, CA 92103
In-unit laundry | Air conditioning | Balcony
1 bed
1 bath
$1,900
House for rent
52m ago
Hillcrest apartment for rent in San Diego
Studio
0 baths
$3,520
Apartment for rent
Available Nov 1
2h ago
4175 Bachman Pl, San Diego, CA 92103
Air conditioning | On-site laundry | Assigned parking
2 beds
1 bath
$2,395–$2,495
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6h ago
Studio–2 beds
1 bath
$2,295–$3,845
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7h ago
1 bed
1 bath
$2,345
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8h ago
Hillcrest apartment for rent in San Diego
2 beds
2 baths
$4,195
Apartment for rent
12h ago
3677 1st Ave, San Diego, CA 92103
In-unit laundry | Air conditioning | Balcony
1–2 beds
1–2 baths
$2,695–$2,795
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12h ago
Studio
1 bath
$1,795
Apartment for rent
13h ago
Studio
1 bath
$1,645
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14h ago
1642 University Ave, San Diego, CA 92103
In-unit laundry | Air conditioning | Balcony
1–2 beds
1–2 baths
$2,200–$3,300
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15h ago
1239 Robinson Ave, San Diego, CA 92103
In-unit laundry | Air conditioning | Controlled access
Studio–3 beds
1–3 baths
$1,995–$3,995
Price drop
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16h ago
2 beds
2 baths
$2,550
Apartment for rent
16h ago
1 bed
1 bath
$2,295
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18h ago
Hillcrest apartment for rent in San Diego
1 bed
1 bath
$2,598
Apartment for rent
18h ago
Hillcrest apartment for rent in San Diego
Studio
1 bath
$2,395
Apartment for rent
18h ago
Hillcrest apartment for rent in San Diego
1 bed
1 bath
$2,195
Apartment for rent
19h ago
Hillcrest apartment for rent in San Diego
On-site laundry | Outdoor space | Oven
Studio
1 bath
$1,895
$1,645
Price drop
Apartment for rent
19h ago
4021 8th Ave, San Diego, CA 92103
In-unit laundry | Garage parking | Fitness center
2 beds
2 baths
$3,325
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20h ago
Hillcrest house for rent in San Diego
1238 Essex St #NA, San Diego, CA 92103
In-unit laundry | Garage parking | Assigned parking
2 beds
1 bath
$5,500
House for rent
Available Sep 8
21h ago
3574 4th Ave, San Diego, CA 92103
In-unit laundry | Air conditioning | Dishwasher
Studio
1 bath
$1,950
Apartment for rent
1d ago
Hillcrest house for rent in San Diego
1 bed
1 bath
$1,800
House for rent
1d ago
1–2 beds
1 bath
$2,895–$3,495
Apartment for rent
1d ago
4201 6th Ave, San Diego, CA 92103
On-site laundry | Swimming pool | On-site management
1 bed
1 bath
$1,995–$2,100
Apartment for rent
1d ago
3665 1st Ave, San Diego, CA 92103
In-unit laundry | Air conditioning | Garage parking
2 beds
2 baths
$3,995
Apartment for rent
1d ago
1 bed
1 bath
$2,195
Apartment for rent
1d ago
2 beds
2 baths
$2,745–$2,895
Apartment for rent
1d ago
Studio–2 beds
1–2 baths
$2,695–$4,395
Price drop
Apartment for rent
1d ago
Hillcrest apartment for rent in San Diego
3951 Albatross St #A, San Diego, CA 92103
Air conditioning | On-site laundry | Assigned parking
1 bed
1 bath
$2,350
Apartment for rent
Available Mar 11
1d ago
Studio
1 bath
$1,650
Condo for rent
2d ago
402 Arbor Dr, San Diego, CA 92103
In-unit laundry | Air conditioning | Dishwasher
1 bed
1 bath
$2,350
Apartment for rent
4d ago
1 bed
1 bath
$2,195
Apartment for rent
4d ago
Hillcrest condo for rent in San Diego
3967 8th Ave #5, San Diego, CA 92103
On-site laundry | Assigned parking | Outdoor space
1 bed
1 bath
$2,150
Condo for rent
4d ago
Hillcrest apartment for rent in San Diego
2 beds
3.5 baths
$4,500
Apartment for rent
Available May 20
4d ago
Studio–1 bed
1 bath
$2,270–$2,995
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One-bedroom apartments in Hillcrest average around $2,300 per month in 2025. These units dropped 3.3% from the previous year and typically offer around 602 sqft of living space.
Two-bedroom apartments in Hillcrest rent for around $3,200 per month in 2025. Rents remained relatively stable from 2024, and these units average around 900 sqft.
Three-bedroom apartments in Hillcrest average around $4,100 per month in 2025. Rents remained relatively stable from the previous year, and these larger units typically offer around 1,342 sqft of space.
Hillcrest's rental market averaged around $2,500 per month across all property types in 2025, down 6.0% from 2024. Rent varies significantly by unit size, from around $1,900 for studios to around $4,100 for three-bedroom apartments.
Apartments in Hillcrest average around 689 sqft across all unit types. Studios typically offer around 391 sqft, while larger three-bedroom units can reach around 1,342 sqft.
One-bedroom apartments are the most common rental type in Hillcrest, with about 90 listings available monthly. Two-bedroom units follow with about 64 listings per month, while studios account for about 33 monthly listings.
Hillcrest is a top choice for renters who prioritize pet friendliness and social living. With many apartments offering pet-safe windows, outdoor spaces, and no breed restrictions, pet owners can feel at ease. The neighborhood also caters to pets with pet supply stores, pet waste facilities, and even pet events. Hillcrest's social scene thrives due to its high walk score, restaurant options, and frequent transit services, making it easy to get around and meet up with friends. Additionally, the neighborhood's attention to street infrastructure and safety ensures a pleasant and secure environment for residents to enjoy their social lives.
Three-bedroom apartments are the least common rental type in Hillcrest, with about 6 listings available per month. The neighborhood's rental inventory focuses primarily on smaller units, with one and two-bedroom apartments making up the majority of available options.
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 2024 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.
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