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  15. Building Photo - 3966 Cleveland Ave
    1 BED, 1 BATH
    $1,995+
    2 BEDS, 1 BATH
    $2,345+

    3966 Cleveland Ave

    3966 Cleveland Ave, San Diego, CA 92103
  22. Building Photo - 402 Arbor Dr
    1 BED
    $2,195+
    2 BEDS
    $2,395+

    402 Arbor Dr

    402 Arbor Dr, San Diego, CA 92103
  24. Building Photo - Rowyn
    Rent Special
    Rent Special
    STUDIO
    $2,225+
    1 BED
    $2,765+
    2 BEDS
    $3,838+

    Rowyn

    3775 Sixth Ave, San Diego, CA 92103
    (619) 940-1157
  27. Building Photo - Melrose Canyon
    1 BED
    $2,275+
    2 BEDS
    $3,000+
    3 BEDS
    $3,950+

    Melrose Canyon

    4053 8th Ave, San Diego, CA 92103
  30. Building Photo - 4th
    1 BED
    $2,295

    4th

    3927-3933 4th Ave, San Diego, CA 92103
  36. Building Photo - Denizen
    $386 Off
    Price Drop. $386 Off
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    1 BED
    $2,475+
    2 BEDS
    $3,495+

    Denizen

    3840 6th Ave, San Diego, CA 92103
    (402) 718-8206
  37. Building Photo - MoDE
    STUDIO
    $2,495+
    1 BED
    $3,162+
    2 BEDS
    $4,000+

    MoDE

    635 Robinson Ave, San Diego, CA 92103
    (619) 319-9946
  41. Large Kitchen with ample room to move around - The Fort
    STUDIO
    $2,595

    The Fort

    1011 Fort Stockton Dr, San Diego, CA 92103
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Cheap Apartments in Hillcrest Neighborhood in San Diego, CA

When looking for cheap apartments in Hillcrest, Apartment Finder is your deal-hunting partner. Whether you’re looking for a studio, a one-bedroom, or a two-bedroom apartment, you want the best place at the right price. We have a great selection of budget-friendly apartments for rent, and we’ll show you which apartments offer the best value when compared to other apartments in Hillcrest.

Finding a rental that fits your budget without compromising on quality can seem like a challenge, but Apartment Finder makes it easy to discover cheap apartments with all the features you want. To find an apartment you can afford, try looking in less popular neighborhoods outside of the city center. Timing is everything when searching for rentals that are affordable, so look at different times of the day, different days of the week and (if you can wait) certain months like December through March. When you find an apartment with a great price, don’t hesitate! Cheap apartments tend to go very quickly.

Affordability doens't have to equal sacrifice. While it’s important to be flexible, you might not have to give up as much as you think. You can find a cheap apartment for rent, complete with must-have amenities such as paid utilities and an in-unit washer and dryer. Click on any of these properties to see photos and floor plans, read reviews, check out the rent calculator, and learn more about the neighborhood with information on nearby parks, shopping malls, and transit stops. With 77 cheap apartments available in Hillcrest, Apartment Finder is the place to find your next rental.

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Walker’s Paradise

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You might be able to get out and walk when living in this area. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, but for others you need a car.
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