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Houses for Rent in Hillcrest, San Diego, San Diego County, CA

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    1271 Essex St, Imperial Beach, CA 91932
    3 BEDS $5,500
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    1238 Essex St, San Diego, CA 92103
    2 BEDS $5,900
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    3704 Texas St, San Diego, CA 92104
    3 BEDS $5,300
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    1885 Titus St, San Diego, CA 92110
    2 BEDS $3,999
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    7962 Mission Center Court, San Diego, CA 92108
    2 BEDS $2,695
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    3667 33Rd Street, San Diego, CA 92104
    3 BEDS $6,000
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    6744 North Elman Street, San Diego, CA 92111
    3 BEDS $3,145
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    4655 34Th St, San Diego, CA 92116
    2 BEDS $2,850
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    5122 Ellsworth St, San Diego, CA 92110
    3 BEDS $7,500
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    1326 Dorcas St, San Diego, CA 92110
    2 BEDS $6,500
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    2457 Burgener Blvd, San Diego, CA 92110
    1 BED $2,000
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    2457 Burgener Blvd, San Diego, CA 92110
    2 BEDS $1,800
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    4265 Asher Street #50, San Diego, CA 92210
    2 BEDS $2,850
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    10400 Caminito Cuervo, San Diego, CA 92108
    1 BED $2,395
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    3460 Armstrong St, San Diego, CA 92111
    4 BEDS $8,500
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    701 Margarita Ave., Coronado, CA 92118
    3 BEDS $18,000
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    4337 50Th St, San Diego, CA 92115
    3 BEDS $2,900
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    7460 Batista Street, San Diego, CA 92111
    1 BED $1,100
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    4053 Mount Barnard Avenue, San Diego, CA 92111
    3 BEDS $4,100
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    4147 Cosmo Street, San Diego, CA 92111
    4 BEDS $5,400
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    5415 Lenox Drive, San Diego, CA 92114
    4 BEDS $3,700
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    6649 Delbarton Street, San Diego, CA 92120
    2 BEDS $3,000
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    4020 Sequoia St, San Diego, CA 92109
    4 BEDS $7,682
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    2120 Grand Ave, San Diego, CA 92109
    2 BEDS $2,590
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    4856 Pacifica Dr, San Diego, CA 92109
    3 BEDS $6,250
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Hillcrest, San Diego, San Diego County, CA rent trends

Rental prices in Hillcrest, San Diego, San Diego County, CA have increased by 0.86% over the past year. The average rent moved from $2,856 to $2,880.

Average rent in Hillcrest, San Diego, San Diego County, CA

$2,880/mo Hillcrest, San Diego, San Diego County, CA average rental price, October 2025
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The average monthly rent for an apartment in Hillcrest, San Diego, San Diego County, CA is around $2,880.

    What's the typical rent budget in Hillcrest, San Diego, San Diego County, CA?

    A share of 9% of apartments in Hillcrest, San Diego, San Diego County, CA have the cheapest rents between $1,501-$2,000. Around 33% of rentals are > $3,000. Around 39% of Hillcrest's apartments have monthly rents between $2,001-$2,500. There are 18% of apartments with rents between $2,501-$3,000.

    The largest share of rentals in Hillcrest, San Diego, San Diego County, CA (39%) fall between $2,001-$2,500 per month. This suggests that most people succesfully find suitable apartments within this price.

    Getting around in Hillcrest, CA

    97 /100
    Walker's Paradise
    53 /100
    Good Transit
    76 /100
    Very Bikeable
    Walk Score®: 97, Transit Score®: 53, Bike Score®: 76

    Frequently asked questions

    What are the advantages of renting a house in Hillcrest, San Diego, San Diego County, CA?

    Renting a house in Hillcrest, San Diego, San Diego County, CA comes with more space, both indoor and outdoor.

    What are the downsides of renting a house apartment in Hillcrest, San Diego, San Diego County, CA?

    Houses for rent in Hillcrest, San Diego, San Diego County, CA are usually located in non-central areas.

    Hillcrest, San Diego, San Diego County, CA demographics

    • 34,817Total Population
    • 16,565 Female
      18,252 Male
    • 41Median Age

    In total, Hillcrest, San Diego, San Diego County, CA has 34,817 residents, 16,565 women and 18,252 men, per U.S. Census recent estimates. Statistics show that the median age of Hillcrest’s population is 41.

    Hillcrest, San Diego, San Diego County, CA households

    • 6,843 Family
      12,714 Non-family
    • 1,973 Children
      17,584 No Children
    • 19,557Total Number of Households
    • 1Average People Per Household
    • $96,887Median Household Income

    There is a total of 19,557 households in Hillcrest, San Diego, San Diego County, CA. Of these, 1,973 have children and 17,584 are without children. Per Census Bureau’s most current estimates, 6,843 family households and 12,714 non-family households live in this area. The size of a household in Hillcrest is 1 people, on average. The median household annual income in Hillcrest equals $96,887, and the monthly housing costs equal $2,178.

    Hillcrest, San Diego, San Diego County, CA education statistics

    According to data from the U.S. Census Bureau, 2% of the population in Hillcrest, San Diego, San Diego County, CA have no high school education, 11% went to high-school, and 20% have partially completed college. Moreover, 6% of the population hold an Associate Degree, 34% hold a Bachelor Degree, and 28% hold a Graduate Degree.

    Renting a House in Hillcrest, San Diego, San Diego County, CA

    Chances are that you are here right now because you cannot wait to have your own garage for your metallic grey Daisy, your own inviting backyard, or your own flower garden. The good news is that there are 25 homes for rent in Hillcrest, San Diego, San Diego County, CA right now for you to choose from. With rent prices as low as $1,100 up to $18,000, loads of rental homes are waiting for the right tenant. Just in case you’re searching for cheap houses for rent, some of the best affordable homes are now at your fingertips. Depending on your location preference, you can opt either for serene areas, further away from the city, or for the liveliest area in town. It is up to you to decide which one of the houses listed in Hillcrest, San Diego, San Diego County, CA meets your standards: duplexes, townhomes, 1 bedroom or 2 bedroom homes or some larger rentals.

    Parents search for rental houses close to prestigious schools

    As important as a good education is for your children, we know that you’d rather not drive your kids to school for one hour every morning. It is hard for any child to wake up early in the morning, and most probably your school-aged children are no exception. That is why we want to help you find a home near one of the best-rated schools in Hillcrest, San Diego, San Diego County, CA. 3 bedroom and 4 bedroom houses are waiting for you, with a total number of 25 single family homes for rent right now. Since there is a very high demand for homes in such areas, make sure that once you find a house that qualifies to become your future home, apply while it’s still available.

    Finding a home nearby is easier than you think. Check out our Apartments Near Me page and take your pick!