Studio
Starting at $2,642
Studio • 1 Bath • 567 Sq Ft
| 2 available units | Price | Sq ft | Available | Open unit |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 042210D | $2,642 | 567 | Oct 19 | |
| 045238D | $2,642 | 567 | Nov 7 |
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$2,642 – $3,971/mo
3500 Edison St, San Mateo, CA 94403Hillsdale Garden Apartments currently lists 4 floor plans across 5 available units, from studio to three-bedroom, starting at $2,642/mo. 2 studios at $2,642/mo (567 sq ft), earliest move-in Oct 19. 1 one-bedroom at $2,852/mo (782 sq ft), earliest move-in Sep 30. 1 two-bedroom at $3,852/mo (910 sq ft), earliest move-in Aug 21. 1 three-bedroom at $3,971/mo (1,267 sq ft), earliest move-in Oct 10. Prices checked September 24, 2026.
Starting at $2,642
Studio • 1 Bath • 567 Sq Ft
| 2 available units | Price | Sq ft | Available | Open unit |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 042210D | $2,642 | 567 | Oct 19 | |
| 045238D | $2,642 | 567 | Nov 7 |
Starting at $2,852
1 Bedroom • 1 Bath • 782 Sq Ft
| 1 available unit | Price | Sq ft | Available | Open unit |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 313677B | $2,852 | 782 | Sep 30 |
Starting at $3,852
2 Bedrooms • 1 Bath • 910 Sq Ft
| 1 available unit | Price | Sq ft | Available | Open unit |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 263590G | $3,852 | 910 | Aug 21 |
Starting at $3,971
3 Bedrooms • 2 Baths • 1,267 Sq Ft
| 1 available unit | Price | Sq ft | Available | Open unit |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 0032172 | $3,971 | 1,267 | Oct 10 |
Rent at Hillsdale Garden Apartments is $2,642 – $3,971 per month. The security deposit is $500. Monthly fees include Parking - Covered, Pet Rent, and Renters Liability/Content - Property Program. Due at signing: Application Fee ($35), Holding Deposit (Refundable) ($500), and Pet Deposit (Refundable) ($500). The earliest listed move-in is Aug 21. Prices checked September 24, 2026.
Rent
$2,642 – $3,971/moSecurity deposit
$500Earliest move-in
Aug 21Parking - Covered | $25/mo |
Pet Rent | $35/mo |
Renters Liability/Content - Property Program | $14.5/mo |
Storage Space Rental | $40/mo |
Utility - Billing Administrative Fee | $6.06/mo |
Application Fee | $35 |
Holding Deposit (Refundable) | $500 |
Pet Deposit (Refundable) | $500 |
Pet Management - Third Party | $24/yr |
Security Deposit (Refundable) | $500 |
Utility - Vacant Processing Fee | $50 |
Hillsdale Garden Apartments lists 11 amenities, including a gym, a pool, and pet-friendly spaces.
Clubroom
Dog Park And Pet Friendly
Fitness Center
Gated Access
On-Site Laundry
Pet Friendly
Picnic Area And Gardens And Walking Paths
Playground
Playground And Bbq Areas
Smoke Free
Swimming Pool
Hillsdale Garden Apartments is at 3500 Edison St, San Mateo, CA 94403.
3500 Edison St, San Mateo, CA 94403
Hillsdale Garden Apartments is in the Sugarloaf neighborhood of San Mateo.
Residents give Hillsdale Garden Apartments a D grade (about 3.2 out of 5) from 200+ reviews. Hillsdale Garden receives mixed feedback reflecting strong individual staff performance alongside systemic service inconsistencies. Positive experiences center on responsive maintenance, helpful leasing staff, and convenient location near shopping and transit; negative reviews cite communication gaps, sound insulation issues, pest problems, and management responsiveness challenges.
Hillsdale Garden receives mixed feedback reflecting strong individual staff performance alongside systemic service inconsistencies. Positive experiences center on responsive maintenance, helpful leasing staff, and convenient location near shopping and transit; negative reviews cite communication gaps, sound insulation issues, pest problems, and management responsiveness challenges. The property offers spacious units with updated features and included utilities, though pre-renovated units show age-related wear.
Management responsiveness and staff professionalism are inconsistent across the property. While many residents report positive experiences with responsive communication, prompt issue resolution, and helpful staff, others describe unresponsive office staff, communication gaps, and billing issues that went unresolved despite multiple visits. Service quality appears to vary significantly by staff member and has been affected by recent management transitions.
Maintenance requests are consistently resolved quickly, often within one day of submission. Staff communicate clearly throughout the repair process and follow through on promised timelines. Residents report positive experiences with plumbing, HVAC, and general appliance repairs, with maintenance personnel delivering thorough work across multiple issues.
Most residents praise the location for walkability and proximity to shopping, restaurants, and freeway access. Three of four selected reviews highlight convenience as a major strength. One review raised concerns about neighborhood safety and community conditions, though this represents a minority perspective among the location-focused feedback.
Residents report significant building quality concerns including poor sound insulation between units, deteriorating finishes (walls, sinks, showers), and maintenance issues that persist despite repair requests. Common complaints include pest problems that were not effectively resolved, broken fixtures and appliances, and overall poor upkeep of common areas such as stairs and hallways.
Hillsdale Garden Apartments is very walkable (grade A), transit is minimal (grade F), and biking is somewhat bikeable (grade D+).
A
Very Walkable
F
Minimal Transit
D+
Somewhat Bikeable
Hillsdale Garden Apartments offers refined apartments in San Mateo, providing convenient access to shopping, dining, transportation, and everyday essentials on the San Francisco Peninsula. Ideally located near Hillsdale Shopping Center and just minutes from Caltrain service, residents enjoy easy connections throughout the Bay Area.
Hillsdale Garden Apartments offers refined apartments in San Mateo, providing convenient access to shopping, dining, transportation, and everyday essentials on the San Francisco Peninsula. Ideally located near Hillsdale Shopping Center and just minutes from Caltrain service, residents enjoy easy connections throughout the Bay Area. Choose from studio, one-, two-, and three-bedroom apartments and townhome-style residences designed for comfort and functionality. Our pet-friendly community features spacious layouts, large closets, stainless steel countertops, and thoughtfully designed living spaces. Residents enjoy a variety of amenities including a swimming pool, spa, fitness center, bocce ball court, playground, and dog park. Whether you're searching for spacious apartments in San Mateo, pet-friendly apartments near Hillsdale, or a convenient Peninsula location close to major employers and transportation, Hillsdale Garden Apartments offers comfort, value, and everyday convenience.
Hillsdale Garden Apartments is a 697-unit garden.
Building
Apartment · GardenTotal units
697Children's School Huc is 0.3 miles from Hillsdale Garden Apartments. 10 schools are listed nearby.
| School | Type | Level | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
Children's School Huc Private · Preschool | Private | Preschool | 0.3 mi |
Treehouse Learning Center Private · Preschool | Private | Preschool | 0.3 mi |
Bright Beginnings Private · Preschool | Private | Preschool | 0.3 mi |
Love-N-Care Christian Ps & Dc Private · Preschool | Private | Preschool | 0.3 mi |
All About Me Montessori Private · Elementary | Private | Elementary | 0.3 mi |
Noah's Ark Pre-School & Dcc Private · Preschool | Private | Preschool | 0.3 mi |
Noah's Ark Ps & Dcc-Edgeworth Private · Preschool | Private | Preschool | 0.3 mi |
Building Kidz Day Care Private · Preschool | Private | Preschool | 0.4 mi |
Transfiguration Nursery School Private · Preschool | Private | Preschool | 0.6 mi |
St. Gregory Private · Middle | Private | Middle | 0.6 mi |
Hillsdale Garden Apartments is managed by Greystar. Call 650-345-4852 to tour or ask about availability.