
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the West University Neighborhood of Reno, NV from $500 (31 Rentals)
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The Point West University

Elevation at the U

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The Onyx at 695

Westwood Sierra Apartments

Gibson Apartments

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840 N Sierra St
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Sage by Vintage

1574 W 7th St

Vintage at Washington Station

Stardust Apartments

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Nevada Hills Apartments

3rd Street Flats

1333 Terrace Dr
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The Residences on Winter Street

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1225 N Sierra St, Unit # 2, Unit # 2

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245 North Arlington

766 West St

Sarrazin Arms Apartments

Manzanita Inn Apartments

Whitewater Park Apartments
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Oak Manor - 1055 Oak St

Washington Street Apartments

West Street Flats

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Urban West Apartments

Siegel Suites El Cortez
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Eden Tower

100 N Arlington Ave

749 W 5th St
West University, Reno, NV Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in West University?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| West University Studio Apartments | $1,211 | $770 | $1,920 |
| West University 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,791 | $825 | $3,877 |
| West University 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,172 | $1,060 | $6,040 |
| West University 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,423 | $800 | $3,790 |
| West University 4 Bedroom Apartments | $880 | $695 | $1,080 |
| West University 5 Bedroom Apartments | $819 | $649 | $980 |
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There are currently 31 rentals with your search options within a 1 mile radius of the West University Neighborhood of Reno, NV.
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Cheapest Available West University Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the West University area of Reno, NV is a Studio unit found at Whitewater Park Apartments priced from $1,028. Gibson Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,100. Here are the most affordable West University apartments for rent in Reno, NV:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Whitewater Park Apartments | A1 - Whitewater Park | Studio,1BA | $1,028 |
| Gibson Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,100 |
| Vintage at Washington Station | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,243 |
| Stardust Apartments | 1/1 West | 1BR,1BA | $1,250 |
| Nevada Hills Apartments | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,264 |
| 3rd Street Flats | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,876 |
| The Chelsea at Riverwalk | 2 Bedroom 2 Bathroom G - West Facing | 2BR,2BA | $2,314 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in West University, NV
As of May 07, 2026 the best value apartment in the West University area is the $0.73 price per square foot D3 Model at The Dean Reno in the in the West University neighborhood starting from $915. The second greatest value West University apartment is the 2 Bedroom 2 Bathroom G - West Facing Model at The Chelsea at Riverwalk starting at $2,314 with a $2.31 price per square foot in the West University neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for West University apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Dean Reno | D3 | 4BR,4BA | $0.73 |
| The Chelsea at Riverwalk | 2 Bedroom 2 Bathroom G - West Facing | 2BR,2BA | $2.31 |
| 3rd Street Flats | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $2.21 |
| Nevada Hills Apartments | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $2.11 |
| Stardust Apartments | 1/1 West | 1BR,1BA | $2.08 |
| 840 N Sierra St | 840 N Sierra St | 1BR,1BA | $2.12 |
| Vintage at Washington Station | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.43 |
| Gibson Apartments | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $3.14 |
| Whitewater Park Apartments | A1 - Whitewater Park | Studio ,1BA | $3.03 |
| Truckee River Terrace | Truckee A1 | Studio ,1BA | $3.69 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap West University Apartments
What is the price of a cheap apartment in West University?
The cheapest apartment in West University is Truckee River Terrace which is listed at $1,140, while the average apartment in West University costs $2,360.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in West University?
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 28 regular apartments in West University that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
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