The Hills are entirely residential, so you would be renting a house. Many homes have views of the entire Bay. Since there are no services within walking distance, a car is almost a must. If you walk or bike to campus, by the end of the semester you will have strong legs and an even stronger cardiovascular system. Bicycling might be an option, although uphill bike rides will take at least twice as long as the downhill stretch.
Prices can be expensive depending on the view.
This is the safest part of town, and the best area if you have children. You may be able to pay less if you rent out a room in a family dwelling. Services such as supermarkets, restaurants, public transit and laundromats are usually within walking distance. Both houses and apartments are available for rent. Depending on your proximity to University Avenue, you neighborhood might be ranked as safe by respondents to the safety survey or questionable.