
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Northwest Reno Neighborhood of Reno, NV from $900 (23 Rentals)
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Zephyr Pointe

Vintage Hills Senior Apartments | Affordable Apartments 55+

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Club Ambassador

Terracina at Reno | Affordable Apartments

BOULDERS-RENO

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Westlook Resort Living

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The Peak at Sky Mountain

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Apex at Sky Valley

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Montebello at Summit Ridge

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Overlook at Keystone Canyon

SKY MOUNTAIN BY VINTAGE

Aviana at Tuscany

6850 Sharlands Ave., Unit AB2170, Unit AB2170

Sharlands Terrace

6850 Sharlands Ave.

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Northwest Reno, Reno, NV Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Northwest Reno?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Northwest Reno Studio Apartments | $980 | $980 | $980 |
| Northwest Reno 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,645 | $1,185 | $2,108 |
| Northwest Reno 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,915 | $1,251 | $2,640 |
| Northwest Reno 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,881 | $1,622 | $7,311 |
| Northwest Reno 4 Bedroom Apartments | $10,257 | $10,000 | $10,000+ |
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There are currently 23 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Northwest Reno Neighborhood of Reno, NV.
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Cheapest Available Northwest Reno Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Northwest Reno area of Reno, NV is a Studio unit found at ALTITUDE BY VINTAGE priced from $980. Zephyr Pointe has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,185. Here are the most affordable Northwest Reno apartments for rent in Reno, NV:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| ALTITUDE BY VINTAGE | Studio | Studio,1BA | $980 |
| Zephyr Pointe | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,185 |
| Vintage Hills Senior Apartments | Affordable Apartments 55+ | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,199 |
| Club Ambassador | One Bedroom One Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,300 |
| Terracina at Reno | Affordable Apartments | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $1,414 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Northwest Reno, NV
As of April 27, 2026 the best value apartment in the Northwest Reno area is the $1.60 price per square foot Two Bedroom Model at Summit Ridge Townhomes in the in the North Valleys neighborhood starting from $2,381. The second greatest value Northwest Reno apartment is the 2 Bed 2 Bath Model at Zephyr Pointe starting at $1,421 with a $1.41 price per square foot in the West University neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Northwest Reno apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Summit Ridge Townhomes | Two Bedroom | 2BR,2.5BA | $1.60 |
| Zephyr Pointe | 2 Bed 2 Bath | 2BR,2BA | $1.41 |
| SKY MOUNTAIN BY VINTAGE | 2x1 B | 2BR,1BA | $1.41 |
| Northwind Apartments | 2x2 View Upgrade | 2BR,2BA | $1.87 |
| Austin Crest Apartments | 2 bedroom 2 bath | 2BR,2BA | $1.79 |
| Terracina at Reno | Affordable Apartments | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $1.57 |
| Montebello at Summit Ridge | Milano | 1BR,1BA | $2.02 |
| Club Ambassador | One Bedroom One Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.77 |
| BOULDERS-RENO | Onyx | 1BR,1BA | $1.97 |
| ALTITUDE BY VINTAGE | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $2.03 |
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Best Local Schools in Northwest Reno, Reno, NV
George Westergard Elementary School
Robert Mc Queen High School
B D Billinghurst Middle School
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Northwest Reno Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Northwest Reno?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Northwest Reno is under $1,650.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Northwest Reno?
The cheapest apartment in Northwest Reno is ALTITUDE BY VINTAGE which is listed at $1,183, while the average apartment in Northwest Reno costs $10,257.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Northwest 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 32 regular apartments in Northwest 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 Northwest Reno?
Cheap apartments in Northwest Reno have an average cost of $552 which is $9,705 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Northwest Reno.
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