As of September 2026, rental prices in Hillcrest (92103), in the San Diego metro area, range from $2,305 to $5,728 per month depending on property type and bedroom count.
The largest year-over-year change was a 13.89% increase for 3-bedroom condo/townhome rentals in Hillcrest, CA.
For 3-bedroom units, single-family homes have a higher median rent ($5,194) compared to condo/townhome rentals ($4,830).
What is the current rent range for apartments and homes in Hillcrest, CA?
As of September 2026, rental prices in Hillcrest, CA range from $2,305 for a 1-bedroom apartment up to $5,728 for a 4-bedroom single-family home.
How much higher or lower are median rents for condo/townhomes compared to single-family homes in Hillcrest, CA for the same bedroom count?
In September 2026, 2-bedroom condo/townhomes rent for $3,378 while 2-bedroom single-family homes are higher at $3,476; for 3-bedrooms, condo/townhomes rent for $4,830 and single-family homes for $5,194.
Which rent segment in Hillcrest, CA shows an outlier or unusual number in the latest report?
The most unusual number is the 16.60% month-over-month increase for 3-bedroom condo/townhome rents, which jumped to $4,830 in September 2026.
Which rental segment saw the biggest annual decline in Hillcrest, CA, and is it widespread?
The largest year-over-year drop was -2.51% for 1-bedroom single-family homes, and this decline is limited to the 1-bedroom segment since other single-family sizes did not see similar decreases.
Hillcrest, CA· San Diego metro
September 2026
92103
Long-term Rental Rates
Long-term rental rates for Hillcrest (92103), in the San Diego metro area, as of September 2026.
Apartment
Unit Type
Price
1 Mo Change
1 Yr Change
1-Bedroom
$2,190 – $2,420
0.55%
5.05%
2-Bedroom
$2,929 – $3,270
0.94%
10.67%
3-Bedroom
$4,106 – $4,493
8.71%
9.11%
4-Bedroom
$5,640 – $5,945
0.60%
4.41%
Condo/Townhome
Unit Type
Price
1 Mo Change
1 Yr Change
1-Bedroom
$2,411 – $2,534
6.95%
2.34%
2-Bedroom
$3,277 – $3,480
2.38%
2.99%
3-Bedroom
$4,589 – $5,072
16.60%
13.89%
4-Bedroom
$5,262 – $5,644
-3.47%
-0.37%
Single-Family
Unit Type
Price
1 Mo Change
1 Yr Change
1-Bedroom
$2,426 – $2,550
-3.58%
-2.51%
2-Bedroom
$3,372 – $3,580
-1.94%
0.75%
3-Bedroom
$4,960 – $5,427
0.28%
8.23%
4-Bedroom
$5,528 – $5,928
-1.71%
-0.15%
Data updated: October 19, 2026
Hillcrest Rental Trends · San Diego metro
In the Hillcrest (92103) rental market, 2-bedroom single-family homes hit a median rent of $3,545, climbing 11.16% year-over-year. This notable growth outpaced 2BR condos, which recorded a 2.09% YoY increase and averaged $3,300 for August 2026.
Median rents in Hillcrest (92103) for 1-bedroom condos rose 2% month-over-month to $2,312, contrasting sharply with a 3.36% decline over the past year. Meanwhile, 1BR apartments grew 7.66% YoY, landing at $2,292 for the month.
A closer look at Hillcrest (92103) rental trends shows 3-bedroom apartments decreased 2.99% year-over-year, settling at $3,955. In contrast, 3BR single-family homes gained 9.38% YoY, reaching $5,179 and highlighting a widening gap between unit types.
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