
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the South Reno Neighborhood of Reno, NV from $500 (121 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in the South Reno area of Reno.


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The Loft Apartments

Golden Apartments

Pinyon Apartments

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Palace Apartments

Regency Park

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Creekside Apartments

Meadow Wood Apartments

Fairway Park Manor

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Brooktree Apartments
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Peaks at the Park

Vintage at Redfield

Park On Virginia

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STEAMBOAT BY VINTAGE

950 Berrum Ln, Unit 3

Rosewood Park Apartments

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The Phoenix Reno

4035 Shinners Pl

Traditions West

2197 Kietzke Ln
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Meadows II Apartment Homes

2300 West

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Plumas Garden Apartments

Mountain Vista Apartments

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SOUTH PEAK BY VINTAGE

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Redfield Villas Apartments

1150 Parkview St

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The Lodge at McCarran Ranch Apartment Homes

1200-1206 Parkview St

Horizons at South Meadows
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Basecamp at RED

4513 Reggie Rd, Unit 4513

Verge 8000

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Redfield Ridge

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Double R

Village at Arrowcreek Parkway & Village South

878 Gentry Wy

Emory at RED

Integra Peaks

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EDGEWATER AT VIRGINIA LAKE
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Halcyon Apartments

10 Gentry Wy, Unit 104

10 Gentry Wy, Unit 101

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Inova

Atwood at RED

The Alexander at South Virginia

6 Smithridge Park

Elysium

Harvest at Damonte Ranch

Hubbard Garden Apartments
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South Reno, Reno, NV Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in South Reno?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| South Reno Studio Apartments | $1,471 | $650 | $2,055 |
| South Reno 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,841 | $959 | $6,360 |
| South Reno 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,106 | $1,118 | $7,036 |
| South Reno 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,557 | $1,275 | $9,221 |
| South Reno 4 Bedroom Apartments | $5,023 | $1,931 | $10,000+ |
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There are currently 121 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the South Reno Neighborhood of Reno, NV.
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Cheapest Available South Reno Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the South Reno area of Reno, NV is a Studio unit found at Cottages at Glenda priced from $900. VINTAGE AT SANCTUARY has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $939. Here are the most affordable South Reno apartments for rent in Reno, NV:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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| Cottages at Glenda | Studio, 1 bath | Studio,1BA | $900 |
| VINTAGE AT SANCTUARY | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $939 |
| Palace Apartments | 0x1 | Studio,1BA | $1,024 |
| 323 Flats | Studio E | Studio,1BA | $1,039 |
| Parkway Plaza Apartments | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,080 |
| Linden Apartments | 1b1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,100 |
| The Chaparral Apartments | 1BD/1BA | 1BR,1BA | $1,155 |
| SC Sierra One | Yori One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,175 |
| Royal Vista Apartments | Standard 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,195 |
| Regency Park | One Bedroom/ One Bath Small | 1BR,1BA | $1,200 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in South Reno, NV
As of August 17, 2026 the best value apartment in the South Reno area is the $1.45 price per square foot Floorplan C Model at Roseview Townhomes in the in the Outer South Reno neighborhood starting from $2,395. The second greatest value South Reno apartment is the Plan C Model at SOUTH PEAK BY VINTAGE starting at $1,931 with a $1.67 price per square foot in the Montelena at ArrowCreek neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for South Reno apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Roseview Townhomes | Floorplan C | 4BR,2.5BA | $1.45 |
| SOUTH PEAK BY VINTAGE | Plan C | 4BR,2BA | $1.67 |
| 3129 Airport Rd | 3129 Airport Rd | 3BR,1.5BA | $1.65 |
| Meadows II Apartment Homes | Nevadan | 2BR,2BA | $1.84 |
| Golden Apartments | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.61 |
| Parkway Plaza Apartments | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.54 |
| Regency Park | One Bedroom/ One Bath Small | 1BR,1BA | $1.79 |
| SC Sierra One | Yori One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.85 |
| Linden Apartments | 1b1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.83 |
| VINTAGE AT SANCTUARY | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.84 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap South Reno Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in South Reno?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in South Reno is under $1,200.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in South Reno?
The cheapest apartment in South Reno is VINTAGE AT SANCTUARY which is listed at $939, while the average apartment in South Reno costs $1,925.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in South 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 5 regular apartments in South 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 South Reno?
Cheap apartments in South Reno have an average cost of $145 which is $1,780 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in South Reno.
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Rent According to Income: A Look at Income-Restricted Rentals
Written by: Robin Stewart
The idea of affordable housing can be subjective. Every individual is in a different place financially and vocationally. What one may easily afford could be a struggle for someone else.

Practical Tips for Renters: How to Identify a Great Rental and Avoid Red Flags
Written by: Robin Stewart
Renters want to find a great apartment, the right place for them, one that checks all the boxes of location, rental cost, amenities, safety, and more.

First Apartment Regrets: Real Renters Share What They'd Do Differently
Written by: Robin Stewart
Hindsight is 20/20. Live and Learn. With age comes wisdom. We’re familiar with all those expressions, and all of them apply to lessons first-time renters learn.

Renters Insurance 101: What It Is, What It Covers, and Why You Need It
Written by: Robin Stewart
Insurance seems to be a part of life. In some states, having insurance is the law, as is the case for automobile insurance. Renters are no exception.