Top Rated Cheap Apartments for Rent in Reno, NV from $400 (57 Rentals)

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Talus Point
$1,130 - $2,570
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$1,055 - $2,495
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$1,130 - $2,570
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Talus Point

3970 Covington WayReno, NV 89503
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The Phoenix Reno
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$1,295 - $2,640
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$1,289 - $2,634
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$6

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$1,295 - $2,640
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments Available May 1

The Phoenix Reno

4800 Kietzke LnReno, NV 89502
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The Edison
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$1,420 - $2,536
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$1,349 - $2,465
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$71

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$1,420 - $2,536
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The Edison

2450 Valley RdReno, NV 89512
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Sky Vista Commons North
$1,473 - $2,129
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$1,408 - $2,064
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Sky Vista Commons North

9455 Sky Vista PkyReno, NV 89506
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Northwind Apartments
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$1,485 - $2,055
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$1,390 - $1,960
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$95

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$1,485 - $2,055
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Northwind Apartments

1680 Sky Mountain DrReno, NV 89523
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EDGEWATER AT VIRGINIA LAKE
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$1,569 - $2,080
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$1,499 - $2,010
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$70

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$1,569 - $2,080
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EDGEWATER AT VIRGINIA LAKE

2490 Eastshore DrReno, NV 89509
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The Peak at Sky Mountain
$1,615 - $2,190
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$1,525 - $2,100
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The Peak at Sky Mountain

1675 Sky Mountain DrReno, NV 89523
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Montebello at Summit Ridge
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$1,648 - $2,410
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$1,638 - $2,400
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$10

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$1,648 - $2,410
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Montebello at Summit Ridge

5200 Summit Ridge DrReno, NV 89523
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Double R
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$1,660 - $3,580
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$1,635 - $3,555
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$25

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$1,660 - $3,580
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Double R

9200 Double R BlvdReno, NV 89521
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245 North Arlington
$1,660 - $2,660
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$1,550 - $2,550
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$110

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$1,660 - $2,660
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245 North Arlington

245 N Arlington AveReno, NV 89503
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Ballpark
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$1,667 - $3,355
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$1,408 - $3,096
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Ballpark

201 Evans AveReno, NV 89501
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oneR midTown
$1,684 - $2,244
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$1,550 - $2,110
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$134

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$1,684 - $2,244
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oneR midTown

1301 Tonopah StReno, NV 89509
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Renova Flats
Studio Apartments

Renova Flats

525 W 4th StReno, NV 89503
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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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Vintage At The Crossings
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Vintage At The Crossings

11565 Old Virginia RdReno, NV 89521
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Terraview Apartments
2 Bedroom Apartments

Terraview Apartments

12100 Mount Anderson StReno, NV 89506
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Riley Apartments
2 Bedroom Apartments

Riley Apartments

1450 Riley AveReno, NV 89502
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Haskell Row
1 Bedroom Apartments

Haskell Row

1030 Haskell StReno, NV 89509
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Wondering how to determine your rental budget? This comprehensive guide covers everything from the 30% rule to hidden fees and effective budgeting strategies.

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Sagecliff Apartments
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Sagecliff Apartments

2777 Northtowne LnReno, NV 89512
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Lakes at Lemmon Valley
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Lakes at Lemmon Valley

7711 Sky Vista PkyReno, NV 89506
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The Oslo
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

The Oslo

110 River Rock StReno, NV 89501
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DeLuxe Apartments
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

DeLuxe Apartments

1690 S Wells AveReno, NV 89502
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Aviana at Tuscany
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Aviana at Tuscany

7000 Mae Anne AveReno, NV 89523
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The Park at Idlewild
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

The Park at Idlewild

1850 Idlewild DrReno, NV 89509
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Sierra Vista Apartments
Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Sierra Vista Apartments

500 Arrowcreek PkyReno, NV 89511
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Sharlands Terrace
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Sharlands Terrace

6400 Sharlands AveReno, NV 89523
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Enclave Apartments
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Enclave Apartments

8455 Offenhauser DrReno, NV 89511
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Navigating the Rental Market: Tips for First-Time Renters

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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 Grace Senior Apartments | Affordable Senior Apartments which is listed at $874, while the average apartment in Reno costs $2,992.

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 1,415 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 $600 which is $2,392 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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Maximizing Your Refund: Essential Tax Tips for Renters

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Other than tax professionals, I can’t think of anyone who looks forward to tax season. For everybody else, April is a stressful month to collect information and meet deadlines.

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18 Must-Ask Rental Tour Questions That Reveal the Truth about a Property

Written by: Lauren Harrington

Renting your next home can feel thrilling and overwhelming at the same time.

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A Renters Guide for Tips on Writing Your Notice for Not Renewing Your Apartment

Written by: Bob Mallory

Packing up everything you own to move is so stressful for many that ending your apartment lease can feel like a small or unimportant task. Ending your lease involves more than simply turning over your keys on the last day.

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Renting with Roommates: Realistic Expectations for Shared Lease

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Given the high costs for housing, I have found that many people are looking for a roommate to share expenses. These arrangements can increase opportunities for more desirable and larger spaces.