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Cheap Apartments for Rent in the West University Neighborhood of Reno, NV from $500 (11 Rentals)
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Lev Apartments
1617 N Virginia StReno, NV 89503
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The Onyx at 695
695 W 3rd StReno, NV 89503
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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 | $1,356 | $899 | $1,675 |
| West University 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,661 | $1,195 | $2,702 |
| West University 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,563 | $979 | $3,312 |
| West University 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,151 | $800 | $2,875 |
| West University 4 Bedroom Apartments | $844 | $695 | $3,500 |
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There are currently 11 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 1 Bed unit found at Sarrazin Arms Apartments priced from $525. 400UT has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $695. Here are the most affordable West University apartments for rent in Reno, NV:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sarrazin Arms Apartments | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $525 |
| 400UT | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $695 |
| Fifteen51 | 4x3 BTS | 4BR,3BA | $700 |
| Park Place at Reno | 4x4 | 4BR,4BA | $819 |
| The Point West University | Studio | Studio,1BA | $899 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in West University, NV
As of June 14, 2025 the best value apartment in the West University area is the $1.86 price per square foot B2 Model at Westlook Resort Living in the in the West University neighborhood starting from $2,163. The second greatest value West University apartment is the Bristol Model at The View Luxury Apartments starting at $1,565 with a $1.75 price per square foot in the Northeast Reno 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Westlook Resort Living | B2 | 2BR,2BA | $1.86 |
| The View Luxury Apartments | Bristol | 1BR,1BA | $1.75 |
| The Overlook at Keystone Canyon | B1 | 1BR,1BA | $2.34 |
| Stone Village Apartments | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $2.04 |
| Apex at Sky Valley | 1/1 | 1BR,1BA | $2.25 |
| Mod at Riverwalk II | 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom - A | 1BR,1BA | $2.31 |
| 245 North Arlington | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $2.79 |
| Vintage at Washington Station | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.43 |
| Sarrazin Arms Apartments | 0x1 | Studio ,1BA | $2.43 |
| Lev Apartments | Studio Apartment | Studio ,1BA | $2.81 |
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Getting Around the West University Neighborhood in Reno, NV
Walk Score®
58 / 100
Somewhat Walkable
Some errands can be accomplished on foot
Bike Score®
59 / 100
Bikeable
Some bike infrastructure
Transit Score®
39 / 100
Some Transit
A few nearby public transportation options
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- Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
- Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
- Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap West University Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in West University?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in West University is under $1,243.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in West University?
The cheapest apartment in West University is Sarrazin Arms Apartments which is listed at $525, while the average apartment in West University costs $1,737.
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 130 regular apartments in West University 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 West University?
Cheap apartments in West University have an average cost of $818 which is $919 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in West University.
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