
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Outer Old Southwest Reno Neighborhood of Reno, NV from $400 (47 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in the Outer Old Southwest Reno area of Reno.


Truckee River Terrace

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Cottages at Glenda

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The Loft Apartments

Golden Apartments

ALTITUDE BY VINTAGE

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Palace Apartments

River Arms Apartments

Park On Virginia
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ParcOne60

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645 Colorado River Blvd, Unit C

1060 Wilson Ave

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JONES 1140

The Point Midtown

Stone Creek Apartments

VINTAGE AT SANCTUARY

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The Lotus at Midtown

300 Holcomb

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Virginia Lake South Apartments

Kramer's Midtown Studios

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Belli Apartments

Glen at Hidden Valley
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Gardner Street

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Outer Old Southwest Reno, Reno, NV Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Outer Old Southwest Reno?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Outer Old Southwest Reno Studio Apartments | $1,388 | $770 | $2,057 |
| Outer Old Southwest Reno 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,891 | $525 | $2,939 |
| Outer Old Southwest Reno 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,005 | $879 | $3,458 |
| Outer Old Southwest Reno 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,412 | $1,630 | $3,662 |
| Outer Old Southwest Reno 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,175 | $1,750 | $2,600 |
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There are currently 47 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Outer Old Southwest Reno Neighborhood of Reno, NV.
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Cheapest Available Outer Old Southwest Reno Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Outer Old Southwest Reno area of Reno, NV is a 1 Bed unit found at Carriage Stone Senior Apartments priced from $525. 1247 W 1st St has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $795. Here are the most affordable Outer Old Southwest Reno apartments for rent in Reno, NV:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Carriage Stone Senior Apartments | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $525 |
| 1247 W 1st St | 0 Beds, 1 Baths | Studio,1BA | $795 |
| SKY MOUNTAIN BY VINTAGE | 2x1 B | 2BR,1BA | $819 |
| Cottages at Glenda | Studio, 1 bath | Studio,1BA | $900 |
| VINTAGE AT SANCTUARY | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $939 |
| ALTITUDE BY VINTAGE | Studio | Studio,1BA | $980 |
| Truckee River Terrace | Truckee A1 | Studio,1BA | $990 |
| Whitewater Park Apartments | A1 - Whitewater Park | Studio,1BA | $1,028 |
| Park On Virginia | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,058 |
| ParcOne60 | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,065 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Outer Old Southwest Reno, NV
As of January 22, 2026 the best value apartment in the Outer Old Southwest Reno area is the $1.74 price per square foot 2x2 Upgrade Model at NORTHWIND in the in the North Valleys neighborhood starting from $1,660. The second greatest value Outer Old Southwest Reno apartment is the 2x2 Model at Idlewild starting at $1,245 with a $1.31 price per square foot in the North Valleys neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Outer Old Southwest Reno apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| NORTHWIND | 2x2 Upgrade | 2BR,2BA | $1.74 |
| Idlewild | 2x2 | 2BR,2BA | $1.31 |
| Regina Marie Apartments | 2 Bedrooms / 1 Bathroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.66 |
| Sherwood Forest Apartments | 1 | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.73 |
| Golden Apartments | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.61 |
| Carriage Stone Senior Apartments | 2 Beds, 1 bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.23 |
| JONES 1140 | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1.51 |
| SKY MOUNTAIN BY VINTAGE | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.23 |
| Park On Virginia | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.63 |
| 645 Colorado River Blvd, Unit C | 645 Colorado River Blvd | 1BR,1BA | $1.69 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Outer Old Southwest Reno Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Outer Old Southwest Reno?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Outer Old Southwest Reno is under $1,065.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Outer Old Southwest Reno?
The cheapest apartment in Outer Old Southwest Reno is Carriage Stone Senior Apartments which is listed at $525, while the average apartment in Outer Old Southwest Reno costs $2,329.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Outer Old Southwest 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 27 regular apartments in Outer Old Southwest 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 Outer Old Southwest Reno?
Cheap apartments in Outer Old Southwest Reno have an average cost of $183 which is $2,146 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Outer Old Southwest Reno.
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