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Apartments for Rent in Hillcrest - San Diego

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Apartments for Rent in Hillcrest, San Diego, CA

One of San Diego’s most densely populated neighborhoods, Hillcrest remains a quaint, affluent part of the city that prides itself in its diversity. Local businesses thrive in this lively neighborhood, with pedestrian-friendly streets and a variety of bars, restaurants, coffee shops, and boutiques.

Hillcrest resides just three miles north of bustling downtown San Diego and four miles east of the San Diego International Airport. Residents enjoy living just minutes from the San Diego Bay, waterfront parks, sandy beaches, and the historical Balboa Park. Visit Marston House Museum & Gardens to learn about one of the city’s most prominent families and the master architects and landscapers who created one of the region’s most important estates in 1905 in Balboa Park.

Enjoy some of the local eateries around town by ordering an authentic pie or calzone at Bronx Pizza, or grabbing some brunch at Snooze an A.M. Eatery. Explore Tajima on 6th Avenue, a trendy ramen bar, or enjoy a night out at Baja Betty’s, known for its Mexican fare, extensive margarita list, and lively atmosphere. With apartments and condos for rent on every corner in Hillcrest, discover your potential new home and enjoy the perks of living near downtown San Diego!

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Hillcrest - San Diego, CA Rental Insights

The average rent for the Hillcrest neighborhood of San Diego, CA is $2,387, but rentals range from as little as $2,161 to as much as $3,073 depending on the rental style.

Looking for a studio apartment in the Hillcrest neighborhood? Expect to pay around $2,161 per month.

one bedroom Hillcrest apartments rent for around $2,387 per month.

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