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The most affordable apartments for rent in Hillcrest, San Diego

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Published on November 08, 2019
The most affordable apartments for rent in Hillcrest, San Diego4066 Albatross St. | Photo: Zumper

Hillcrest is extremely walkable, is bikeable and offers many nearby public transportation options, according to Walk Score's rating system.

So what does the low-end pricing on a rental in Hillcrest look like these days — and what might you get for the price?

We took a look at local listings in Hillcrest via rental sites Zumper and Apartment Guide to find out what price-conscious apartment seekers can expect to find in this San Diego neighborhood.

Take a look at the cheapest listings available right now, below. (Note: Prices and availability are subject to change.)

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630 W. Washington St.

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Listed at $1,425/month, this 450-square-foot studio apartment, located at 630 W. Washington St., is 15.9% less than the $1,695/month median rent for a studio in Hillcrest.

The building features an intercom. Also, expect hardwood flooring in the residence. Pets are not permitted. Future tenants needn't worry about a leasing fee.

(See the complete listing here.)

3768 Front St.

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Next, this one-bedroom, one-bathroom apartment, situated at 3768 Front St., is listed for $1,450/month.

The building features on-site laundry. This rental is cat-friendly. It requires a $200 deposit for cats. Look out for a $35 application.

(See the complete listing here.)

3837 First Ave.

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Then there's a one-bedroom, one-bathroom rental at 3837 First Ave., which, at 600 square feet, is going for $1,475/month.

Building amenities include on-site laundry and additional storage space. Neither cats nor dogs are welcome. There isn't a leasing fee associated with this rental.

(See the full listing here.)

4066 Albatross St.

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And there's this residence with one bedroom and one bathroom at 4066 Albatross St., listed at $1,595/month.

You can expect a mix of hardwood floors and carpeting in the residence. Pets are not permitted. Building amenities include secured entry, outdoor space, an elevator and on-site laundry. There isn't a leasing fee associated with this rental.

(See the listing here.)

4043 First Ave.

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Finally, check out this 705-square-foot one-bedroom, one-bathroom residence at 4043 First Ave., listed at $1,650/month.

The building features assigned parking and an elevator. The listing also promises a dishwasher, air conditioning and a balcony in the residence. Cats and dogs are welcome. There's no leasing fee required for this rental.

(Here's the listing.)


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