Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Outer University Neighborhood of Reno, NV from $400 (164 Rentals)

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The Rivet
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$823 - $958
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$813 - $948
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The Rivet

2050 Market StReno, NV 89502
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property at 1953 Wedekind Rd

$900

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$900

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$900

Studio, 1 Bath Home for Rent

Available May 8

1953 Wedekind Rd

RenoNV89512

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property at 760 Moran St

$995

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$995

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$995

1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Home for Rent

Available Apr 24

760 Moran St

RenoNV89502
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The Onyx at 695
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$1,049 - $1,560
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$1,049 - $1,560

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Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments Available Apr 30

The Onyx at 695

695 W 3rd StReno, NV 89503
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property at 1060 Wilson Ave

$1,100

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$1,100

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$1,100

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1060 Wilson Ave

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Talus Point
$1,134 - $2,574
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$1,055 - $2,495
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$79

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$1,134 - $2,574
Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments Available Now

Talus Point

3970 Covington WayReno, NV 89503
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Regina Marie Apartments
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$1,149 - $1,675
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$1,149 - $1,675

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$1,149 - $1,675
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Regina Marie Apartments

1143 Jones StReno, NV 89503
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Sage by Vintage
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$1,183 - $1,415
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$1,183 - $1,415

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Sage by Vintage

500 Stoker AveReno, NV 89503
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property at 3285 Gypsum Rd

$1,250

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$1,250

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$1,250

2 Bedroom, 1.5 Bath Home for Rent

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3285 Gypsum Rd

RenoNV89503
property at 219 E 7th St

$1,260

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$1,260

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$1,260

2 Bedroom, 1 Bath Home for Rent

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219 E 7th St

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Nevada Hills Apartments
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$1,264 - $1,664
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$1,264 - $1,664

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$1,264 - $1,664
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Nevada Hills Apartments

1050 Nevada StReno, NV 89503
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Wedekind Apartments
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$1,290 - $1,370
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$1,290 - $1,370

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$1,290 - $1,370
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Wedekind Apartments

2300 Wedekind RdReno, NV 89512
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property at 460 Wilson Ave

$1,345

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$1,345

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$1,345

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460 Wilson Ave

RenoNV89502
property at 531 Lander St

$1,350

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$1,350

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$1,350

2 Bedroom, 1 Bath Home for Rent

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531 Lander St

RenoNV89509

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property at 2375 Tripp Dr

$1,400

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$1,400

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$1,400

2 Bedroom, 2 Bath Home for Rent

Available May 1

2375 Tripp Dr

RenoNV89512
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The Edison
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$1,400 - $2,536
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$1,329 - $2,465
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$71

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$1,400 - $2,536
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The Edison

2450 Valley RdReno, NV 89512
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Siegel Suites Nevadan
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$1,406 - $1,492
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$1,406 - $1,492

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$1,406 - $1,492
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Siegel Suites Nevadan

133 N Virginia StReno, NV 89501
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Kirman Garden
$1,425 - $1,725
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$1,425 - $1,725

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Kirman Garden

444 Kirman AveReno, NV 89502
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Park Silverada
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$1,453 - $1,553
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$1,414 - $1,514
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$39

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$1,453 - $1,553
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Park Silverada

2000 Silverada BlvdReno, NV 89512
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Outer University, Reno, NV Local Guide

Cheapest Available Outer University Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Outer University area of Reno, NV is a Studio unit found at The Villager Studio Apartments priced from $725. Colony Studios & Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $740. Here are the most affordable Outer University apartments for rent in Reno, NV:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
The Villager Studio ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$725
Colony Studios & ApartmentsRenovated Dorm Style StudioStudio,1BA$740
The Towers at Pink Hill3 Bed 3 Bath - Master Suite w/Virginia St. View3BR,3BA$799
Sarrazin Arms Apartments0x1Studio,1BA$850
Park Willow ApartmentsUnit 210Studio,1BA$957
The RivetStudio LargeStudio,1BA$958
ALTITUDE BY VINTAGEStudioStudio,1BA$965
Truckee River TerraceTruckee A1Studio,1BA$990
Elevation at the UStudio ApartmentStudio,1BA$999
Whitewater Park ApartmentsA1 - Whitewater ParkStudio,1BA$1,028

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Outer University, NV

As of April 14, 2026 the best value apartment in the Outer University area is the $0.59 price per square foot 3 Bed 3 Bath - Master Suite w/Virginia St. View Model at The Towers at Pink Hill in the in the West University neighborhood starting from $799. The second greatest value Outer University apartment is the D3 Model at The Dean Reno starting at $915 with a $0.73 price per square foot in the West University neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Outer University apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
The Towers at Pink Hill3 Bed 3 Bath - Master Suite w/Virginia St. View3BR,3BA$0.59
The Dean RenoD34BR,4BA$0.73
The RepublicC13BR,3BA$0.75
Zephyr Pointe2 Bed 2 Bath2BR,2BA$1.41
SKY MOUNTAIN BY VINTAGE2x1 B2BR,1BA$1.41
VISTA POINT2x22BR,2BA$1.43
Idlewild2x22BR,2BA$1.31
Springview by VintageB1 Alt2BR,1BA$1.42
Whittell Pointe I and II1 Bed 1 Bath1BR,1BA$1.40
Canyon FlatsB12BR,2BA$1.27

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Outer University, Reno, NV

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Among cities in Nevada for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.

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Lifestyle Ratings

Our team of engineers and researchers compiles millions of data points to bring you our detailed rental analysis called 'Lifestyle Ratings' - a comparison of rentals in areas across the United States and customized analysis for Central Reno. LifeStyle Ratings are the best way to sort through finding a place to live - beyond price and floorplan. This takes in many factors including searching for the best amenities, and outdoor amenities like tennis courts, pet-friendly features, family-friendly amenities, proximity to transit, and much more. These search options are in the site filters at the top of this page.

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Outer University Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Outer University?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Outer University is at The Villager Studio Apartments listed at $725.

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Outer University Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Outer University Apartment is $1,050 at ParcOne60.

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Outer University Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Outer University is starting from $662 at Banbridge.

What is the most affordable Outer University Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Outer University Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at The Towers at Pink Hill and starts from $799.

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