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Camden Hillcrest - Photo 1 of 1
Airbnb-friendly

3h ago

9

Excellent

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Camden Hillcrest

4305 3rd Ave, San Diego, CA 92103

In-unit laundry | Air conditioning | On-site laundry

1–2 beds

1–2 baths

$3,429–$4,499

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Uptown Lofts - Photo 1 of 1

4h ago

8.5

Very good

Uptown Lofts

3740 5th Ave, San Diego, CA 92103

In-unit laundry | Air conditioning | On-site laundry

1–2 beds

1 bath

$1,372–$3,995

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YOUR HOME IN THE HEART OF SAN DIEGO - Photo 1 of 1

5h ago

8.4

Very good

YOUR HOME IN THE HEART OF SAN DIEGO

445 W University Ave, San Diego, CA 92103

2 beds

2 baths

$2,775

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Arbors Apts. - Photo 1 of 1

7h ago

8.6

Very good

Arbors Apts.

4202 4th Ave, San Diego, CA 92103

Ceiling fan | Dishwasher | Oven

1 bed

1 bath

$1,900

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The Gatsby on First - Photo 1 of 1

1d ago

8.7

Very good

The Gatsby on First

4043 1st Ave, San Diego, CA 92103

In-unit laundry | Furnished | Air conditioning

1–2 beds

1–2 baths

$3,500–$3,700

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3634 Park Blvd. - Photo 1 of 1

1d ago

8.6

Very good

3634 Park Blvd.

3634 1/2 Park Blvd, San Diego, CA 92103

On-site laundry | Dishwasher | Microwave

1 bed

1 bath

$1,995

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Albatross Apartments - Photo 1 of 1

2d ago

8.6

Very good

Albatross Apartments

4066 Albatross St, San Diego, CA 92103

On-site laundry | Assigned parking | Controlled access

2 beds

2 baths

$2,395

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3989 Richmond St - Photo 1 of 1
Highly rated

2d ago

9.4

Excellent

3989 Richmond St

3989 Richmond St, San Diego, CA 92103

Air conditioning | On-site laundry | Balcony

1 bed

1 bath

$2,095

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Hillcrest Summit Apartments - Photo 1 of 1
3D tour

3d ago

8.2

Very good

Hillcrest Summit Apartments

4134 4th Ave, San Diego, CA 92103

2 beds

2 baths

$2,595

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3840-3842 Dove - Photo 1 of 1

5d+ ago

8.5

Very good

3840-3842 Dove

3840 Dove St, San Diego, CA 92103

In-unit laundry | Microwave

3 beds

2 baths

$3,695

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1st Ave Apartments | Where modern upgrades meet unbeatable convenience in the heart of San Diego! - Photo 1 of 1

5d+ ago

9.4

Excellent

1st Ave Apartments | Where modern upgrades meet unbeatable convenience in the heart of San Diego!

4046 1st Ave, San Diego, CA 92103

In-unit laundry | Air conditioning | On-site laundry

2 beds

2 baths

$3,195

Apartment for rent

Highlander Manor Apartments - Photo 1 of 1

5d+ ago

8.2

Very good

Highlander Manor Apartments

3660 Eagle St, San Diego, CA 92103

On-site laundry | Swimming pool | Dishwasher

2 beds

1 bath

$2,450

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4134 3rd Ave - Photo 1 of 1

5d+ ago

Hillcrest apartment for rent in San Diego

4134 3rd Ave, San Diego, CA 92103

On-site laundry | Assigned parking

1 bed

1 bath

$1,995

Apartment for rent

3769 1st Ave #14 - Photo 1 of 1

5d+ ago

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3769 1st Ave #14, San Diego, CA 92103

On-site laundry | Ceiling fan | Dishwasher

1 bed

1 bath

$2,500

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Available Nov 27

635 Robinson Ave #56 - Photo 1 of 1

5d+ ago

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635 Robinson Ave #56, San Diego, CA 92103

In-unit laundry | Furnished | Air conditioning

1 bed

1 bath

$4,500

$3,940

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Park - Photo 1 of 1

1h ago

9.4

Excellent

Park

3670 Park Boulevard, San Diego, CA 92103

Air conditioning | Assigned parking

1 bed

1 bath

$2,245

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Shangri La - Photo 1 of 1

9h ago

8.6

Very good

Shangri La

4165 Fifth Avenue, San Diego, CA 92103

Swimming pool | Central heat | High ceilings

1 bed

1 bath

$1,895

Apartment for rent

Available Oct 1

CSD - Curlew Street - Photo 1 of 1

1d ago

8.8

Very good

CSD - Curlew Street

3583 Curlew St, San Diego, CA 92103

Air conditioning | Outdoor space

2 beds

1 bath

$3,250

Apartment for rent

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701 Robinson Avenue - Photo 1 of 1

1d ago

Hillcrest apartment for rent in San Diego

701 Robinson Avenue

701 Robinson Ave, San Diego, CA 92103

In-unit laundry

Studio

1 bath

$2,095

Apartment for rent

Uptown Villa - Photo 1 of 1

1d ago

9

Excellent

Uptown Villa

4050 3rd Ave, San Diego, CA 92103

In-unit laundry | Air conditioning | On-site laundry

2 beds

2 baths

$2,645–$2,895

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8th and U - Photo 1 of 1

1d ago

8.5

Very good

8th and U

3843 8th Ave, San Diego, CA 92103

In-unit laundry | Air conditioning | On-site laundry

Studio–1 bed

1 bath

$2,195–$2,995

Apartment for rent

3566 Fourth Ave Apartments | Convenient Walkable Living in Hillcrest, San Diego! - Photo 1 of 1

2d ago

8.7

Very good

3566 Fourth Ave Apartments | Convenient Walkable Living in Hillcrest, San Diego!

3560 4th Ave, San Diego, CA 92103

In-unit laundry | Air conditioning | Balcony

2 beds

2 baths

$3,400

Apartment for rent

Sleepy Hollow Apartments - Photo 1 of 1

2d ago

9.4

Excellent

Sleepy Hollow Apartments

4201 6th Ave, San Diego, CA 92103

On-site laundry | Swimming pool | Elevator

Studio–1 bed

1 bath

$1,695–$1,995

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Studios on 6th - Photo 1 of 1

5d+ ago

9

Excellent

Studios on 6th

3560 6th Ave, San Diego, CA 92103

Studio

1 bath

$1,595–$1,675

Apartment for rent

Beautiful Barracuda building in Hillcrest! - Photo 1 of 1

5d+ ago

9.4

Excellent

Beautiful Barracuda building in Hillcrest!

4188 5th Ave, San Diego, CA 92103

In-unit laundry | Storage | Dishwasher

1 bed

1 bath

$2,295

Price drop

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3768 FRONT ST - Photo 1 of 1

43m ago

8.6

Very good

3768 FRONT ST

3768 Front St, San Diego, CA 92103

On-site laundry

1 bed

1 bath

$1,850

Apartment for rent

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CEDAR - Photo 1 of 1

3h ago

9.4

Excellent

CEDAR

4110 3rd Ave, San Diego, CA 92103

On-site laundry | Balcony | Ceiling fan

1 bed

1 bath

$1,995

Apartment for rent

3526 Park - Photo 1 of 1

3h ago

Hillcrest apartment for rent in San Diego

3526 Park

3526 Park Blvd, San Diego, CA 92103

1 bed

1 bath

$2,095

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3824 Fourth Avenue - Photo 1 of 1

4h ago

9.2

Excellent

3824 Fourth Avenue

3824 4th Ave, San Diego, CA 92103

On-site laundry | Walk-in closets | Ceiling fan

Studio

1 bath

$1,650

Apartment for rent

Centre Street Lofts - Photo 1 of 1
3D tour

4h ago

7.9

Very good

Centre Street Lofts

3761 3761 & 3771 Centre St, San Diego, CA 92103

In-unit laundry | Dishwasher | Oven

1 bed

1 bath

$3,300

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5th Avenue - Photo 1 of 1

4h ago

9.4

Excellent

5th Avenue

4223 5th Ave, San Diego, CA 92103

2 beds

2 baths

$2,695

Apartment for rent

4th Ave - Photo 1 of 1

6h ago

9

Excellent

4th Ave

3935 4th Ave, San Diego, CA 92103

On-site laundry

1 bed

1 bath

$1,995

Apartment for rent

3525 1/2 6th Ave - Photo 1 of 1

7h ago

Hillcrest apartment for rent in San Diego

On-site laundry

1 bed

1 bath

$1,995

Apartment for rent

Description

*Limited time offer: First month's rent free with the signing of a 13 month lease with approved application* Gorgeous Spanish style single story 1 Bed/1 Bath apartment in the Balboa Park community of Banker's Hill. La Nanita apartments are in a gated community centrally located and only blocks away from Balboa Park, Hillcrest and Bankers Hill neighborhoods. Unit features beautiful hardwood floors throughout with vintage Spanish craftsman finishes, lush landscaping, and minutes to parks, shops and nearby restaurants. Tenants pay all utilities. Pet Policy: Cats allowed, Sm

Duplet at Hillcrest - Photo 1 of 1
3D tour

9h ago

8.3

Very good

Duplet at Hillcrest

1239 Robinson Ave, San Diego, CA 92103

Assigned parking | Controlled access | On-site management

Studio–3 beds

1–3 baths

$1,795–$3,895

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Strauss on Fifth - Photo 1 of 1

9h ago

8.7

Very good

Strauss on Fifth

3534 5th Ave, San Diego, CA 92103

In-unit laundry | Air conditioning | Swimming pool

Studio–2 beds

1–2 baths

$2,295–$4,595

Price drop

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1238 Essex St #NA - Photo 1 of 1

10h ago

Hillcrest house for rent in San Diego

Front Yard | Imperial Beach | 2BR Home | Garage

1238 Essex St #NA, San Diego, CA 92103

In-unit laundry | Garage parking | Assigned parking

2 beds

1 bath

$5,200

House for rent

Available Apr 30

3812 Park Blvd Unit 301 #301 - Photo 1 of 1

15h ago

Hillcrest condo for rent in San Diego

3812 Park Blvd Unit 301 #301, San Diego, CA 92103

In-unit laundry | Storage | Dishwasher

1 bed

1 bath

$3,495

Condo for rent

Description

Property Status: Active Welcome to 3812 Park Boulevard Unit 301, a stunning west-facing condo located in the vibrant Hillcrest neighborhood. This large one-bedroom, one-bathroom residence offers a comfortable living space and scenic views of the city. As you enter, you'll be captivated by the expansive floor-to-ceiling windows that adorn the condo, allowing natural light to flood the entire space. The open layout and thoughtful design create an inviting atmosphere, perfect for both relaxation and entertainment. One of the standout features of this condo is its fantastic lo

3rd AVENUE 3751 - Photo 1 of 1

23h ago

9.4

Excellent

3rd AVENUE 3751

3751 3rd Ave, San Diego, CA 92103

Dishwasher

1–3 beds

1–2 baths

$1,995–$3,245

Apartment for rent

4033 Dove St - Photo 1 of 1

23h ago

Hillcrest house for rent in San Diego

4033 Dove St, San Diego, CA 92103

In-unit laundry | Air conditioning | Balcony

1 bed

1 bath

$1,350

House for rent

Description

This one bedroom has no one above or below it, Cathedral ceilings, kitchen appliances include a new flat top range, Refrigerator, and dishwasher. great closet space, A/C and ceiling fans. Lots of windows and natural light! There is a small balcony, and the assigned parking spot is a covered carport with storage! Water, sewer, and trash are included in the monthly rent. Easy freeway access to the 5 and 163 freeways. UCSD Medical Center, and Scripps Mercy Hospital are within walking distance. Mission Hills itself offers great markets, shopping, restaurants, and dining all wi

7th Ave - Photo 1 of 1

1d ago

8.3

Very good

7th Ave

3745 7th Ave, San Diego, CA 92103

1 bed

1 bath

$2,195

Apartment for rent

1st & Penn Apts - 1penn - Photo 1 of 1

1d ago

9.4

Excellent

1st & Penn Apts - 1penn

3677 1st Ave, San Diego, CA 92103

In-unit laundry | Air conditioning | Balcony

2 beds

2 baths

$2,995–$3,295

Price drop

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3732 10th Avenue, Unit 301 - Photo 1 of 1

1d ago

8.6

Very good

3732 10th Avenue, Unit 301

3732 10th Ave, San Diego, CA 92103

In-unit laundry | On-site laundry | Storage

2 beds

1 bath

$2,975

Condo for rent

Available Mar 11

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3758 Front Street - Photo 1 of 1

1d ago

8.6

Very good

3758 Front Street

3758 Front Street, San Diego, CA 92103

Air conditioning | Ceiling fan | High ceilings

Studio

1 bath

$1,550

Apartment for rent

1646 BROOKES AVENUE    %% (Owner Managed) - Photo 1 of 1

1d ago

7.7

Very good

1646 BROOKES AVENUE %% (Owner Managed)

1646 Brookes Ave, San Diego, CA 92103

1 bed

1 bath

$1,795

Apartment for rent

Harvey Hillcrest - Photo 1 of 1

1d ago

9.1

Excellent

Harvey Hillcrest

1661 Harvey Milk St, San Diego, CA 92103

In-unit laundry | Air conditioning | On-site laundry

Studio–2 beds

1–2 baths

$1,900–$3,500

Apartment for rent

3563 6th Ave. - Photo 1 of 1

1d ago

8.3

Very good

3563 6th Ave.

3563 6th Ave, San Diego, CA 92103

On-site laundry | Assigned parking | Swimming pool

1–2 beds

1 bath

$1,950–$2,200

Apartment for rent

1756 Essex Street, Unit 310 - Photo 1 of 1

2d ago

8.4

Very good

1756 Essex Street, Unit 310

1756 Essex St, San Diego, CA 92103

2 beds

2 baths

$3,150

Condo for rent

Available Oct 1

3435 Reynard Way #1 - Photo 1 of 1

2d ago

Hillcrest townhouse for rent in San Diego

3435 Reynard Way - 1

3435 Reynard Way #1, San Diego, CA 92103

Garage parking | On-site laundry | Balcony

2 beds

2 baths

$3,500

House for rent

Available Feb 2

Description

This is it! A beautiful, bright 2 bedroom, 2 bath townhouse with a garage! Great location, end unit with new vinyl plank floors and new paint. The living room has a huge window and vaulted ceilings plus, a fireplace. The nice kitchen has newer stainless steel appliances and pleny of counterspace and cupboards. It has windows that over look the mature trees. There are sliders from the dining room to a large deck, perfect for a bistro table to enjoy your morning coffee. The primary bedroom has vaulted celings and is large enough to fit a king sized bed plus extra furniture.

3550 Park - Photo 1 of 1

2d ago

8.7

Very good

3550 Park

3550 Park Blvd, San Diego, CA 92103

In-unit laundry | Air conditioning | Outdoor space

1 bed

1 bath

$2,395–$2,525

Apartment for rent

1642 University Avenue - Photo 1 of 1

2d ago

9.1

Excellent

1642 University Avenue

1642 University Ave, San Diego, CA 92103

In-unit laundry | Air conditioning | On-site laundry

1 bed

1 bath

$2,375–$2,500

Apartment for rent

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Updated: February 5, 2026

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Hillcrest, San Diego apartment availability

Hillcrest's rental market offers a very strong selection of listings, with an average of 195 rentals available each month. The neighborhood's inventory is comprised mostly of 1-bedroom and 2-bedroom apartments, with a smaller number of studios and 3-bedroom units. Many of these apartments feature desirable amenities, including in-unit laundry, air conditioning, and dishwashers, which are available in approximately 50-60% of rentals. With its diverse range of housing options and convenient amenities, Hillcrest is a popular choice for renters in San Diego.

Hillcrest, San Diego rental market trends

Hillcrest, San Diego's rental market is experiencing a slight downturn, with average monthly rents across all property types decreasing by 2.1% year-over-year to $2,703. This trend is reflected in all bed counts, with 1-bedrooms averaging $2,406 (down 3% from 2023), 2-bedrooms averaging $3,259 (down 4.3%), and 3-bedrooms averaging $4,112 (down 4.1%). Studios saw a 2.1% decrease, with average rents now at $1,988.

Renters looking for the best deals should consider December, when prices are typically 11.7% lower than the peak month of February. Conversely, those seeking a rental in February can expect to pay a premium. With more units available than demand in December, renters may find a more relaxed apartment hunt during this time. Overall, Hillcrest's rental market is becoming more tenant-friendly, offering opportunities for renters to find affordable options.

Why Hillcrest, San Diego is a great place to live

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.

Methodology: How we got this data

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.

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.

Hillcrest Apartments for rent FAQ

What is the average size of an apartment in Hillcrest, CA?

The average size of a 1 bedroom apartment rental in Hillcrest is 575 square feet. The average size of a 2 bedroom apartment rental in Hillcrest is 893 square feet. The average size of a 3 bedroom apartment rental in Hillcrest is 733 square feet.

Can I afford an apartment for rent in Hillcrest, CA?

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 Hillcrest average rent prices.

What type of apartment rental is most common in Hillcrest, San Diego, CA?

1 bedroom apartments are the most common type of rentals in Hillcrest, San Diego, CA right now.

What type of apartment rental is least common in Hillcrest, San Diego, CA?

4+ bedroom apartments are the least common type of rentals in Hillcrest, San Diego, CA right now.

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