
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Northwest Reno Neighborhood of Reno, NV from $900 (25 Rentals)
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Zephyr Pointe

Terracina at Reno | Affordable Apartments

Vintage Hills Senior Apartments | Affordable Apartments 55+

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Club Ambassador

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Westlook Resort Living

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The Peak at Sky Mountain

Austin Crest Apartments

Manzanita Gate Apartments

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Montebello at Summit Ridge
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Apex at Sky Valley

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Overlook at Keystone Canyon

Aviana at Tuscany

SKY MOUNTAIN BY VINTAGE

Sharlands Terrace
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Canyon's Edge Apartments

6850 Sharlands Ave

The Keystone Trailhead Village

760 Bluffs Ct

770 Bluffs Ct

770 Bluffs Ct
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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 | $1,646 | $1,028 | $2,226 |
| Northwest Reno 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,869 | $1,350 | $2,567 |
| Northwest Reno 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,929 | $1,440 | $7,906 |
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There are currently 25 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 |
| Terracina at Reno | Affordable Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,248 |
| Vintage Hills Senior Apartments | Affordable Apartments 55+ | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,270 |
| Club Ambassador | Two Bedroom Two Bathroom | 2BR,2BA | $1,500 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Northwest Reno, NV
As of June 11, 2026 the best value apartment in the Northwest Reno area is the $1.77 price per square foot 3 bedroom 2 bath Model at Austin Crest Apartments in the in the Northwest neighborhood starting from $1,999. The second greatest value Northwest Reno apartment is the Townhome 2.5 Model at Club Ambassador starting at $1,650 with a $1.53 price per square foot in the Northwest 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Austin Crest Apartments | 3 bedroom 2 bath | 3BR,2BA | $1.77 |
| Club Ambassador | Townhome 2.5 | 2BR,2.5BA | $1.53 |
| Apex at Sky Valley | 2/2 | 2BR,2BA | $1.74 |
| Zephyr Pointe | 2 Bed 2 Bath | 2BR,2BA | $1.41 |
| SKY MOUNTAIN BY VINTAGE | 2x1 B | 2BR,1BA | $1.50 |
| Montebello at Summit Ridge | Milano | 1BR,1BA | $2.10 |
| Manzanita Gate Apartments | San Rafael | 1BR,1BA | $2.62 |
| Terracina at Reno | Affordable Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.92 |
| Vintage Hills Senior Apartments | Affordable Apartments 55+ | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.30 |
| Altitude by Vintage | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $1.94 |
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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 $1,816.
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 $1,028, while the average apartment in Northwest Reno costs $2,271.
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 26 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 $597 which is $1,674 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Northwest Reno.
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