Cheap Short Term Lease Apartments for Rent in Reno, NV from $400 (13 Rentals)

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The Loft Apartments
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$950 - $1,650
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The Loft Apartments

3660 Grant DrReno, NV 89509
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2300 West
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$1,385 - $7,711
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1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments Available Jun 21

2300 West

2300 Harvard WayReno, NV 89502
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The Point Midtown
Studio Apartments

The Point Midtown

1901 S Virginia StReno, NV 89502
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Renova Flats
Studio Apartments

Renova Flats

525 W 4th StReno, NV 89503
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LOCUST CANYON APARTMENTS
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

LOCUST CANYON APARTMENTS

475 Grand Canyon BlvdReno, NV 89502
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Glen at Hidden Valley
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Glen at Hidden Valley

3285 Clover WayReno, NV 89509
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817 Plumas St
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

817 Plumas St

817 Plumas StReno, NV 89509
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The Mod Midtown
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

The Mod Midtown

635 Plumas StReno, NV 89509
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What Does “Rent Burdened” Mean? How Much Rent Is Too Much

Learn the official definition (spending 30% or more of your gross income on housing) and how to calculate your exact rent-to-income ratio. This guide offers expert tips on factoring in total housing costs (including utilities and fees) and budgeting accurately to avoid unnecessary financial strain.

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Siegel Suites Sparks
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$1,399 - $1,666
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Siegel Suites Sparks

1225 Victorian AveSparks, NV 89431
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Don't Settle: How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

Discover the insider tips from an attorney and real estate agent on how to negotiate your next apartment lease. Find out what's on the table and what's not, so you can save money and get the best terms possible.

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Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary | ApartmentHomeLiving.com Renter University

From the letter A all the way to the letter Z, the Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary from the content team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provides our visitors and shoppers with a little clarity and helpful guidance in navigating the real estate world through definitions and explainers for the top subjects and terms that someone may come across during the leasing, buying, or selling process.

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Jennifer4+ years in Reno

July 17, 2025

Rent far exceeds income here. Most rentals want monthly income to be 3x the monthly rent. Which makes finding an affordable place seem impossible. So good luck!

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Reno Apartments

What is a cheap apartment in Reno?

A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Reno is under $985.

What is the price of a cheap apartment in Reno?

The cheapest apartment in Reno is Colonial Court Apartments which is listed at $972, while the average apartment in Reno costs $3,459.

What types of apartments are the cheapest in Reno?

Student, low-income, and by-the-bed apartments are typically the cheapest rentals in most cities, though they require qualifying criteria to rent. There are 674 regular apartments in Reno that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.

How do the prices of cheap apartments compare to the average apartment in Reno?

Cheap apartments in Reno have an average cost of $358 which is $3,101 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Reno.

Expert Rental Resources

The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

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Pet-Friendly Renting: Everything You Need to Know Before You Move

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Creative Ways Developers Reimagine Retail Spaces as Residential Units

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