
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the West University Neighborhood of Reno, NV from $500 (29 Rentals)
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The Point West University

Vintage at Washington Station

Elevation at the U

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The Onyx at 695

Gibson Apartments

Westwood Sierra Apartments
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Sage by Vintage

Stardust Apartments

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Nevada Hills Apartments

100 N Arlington Ave

3rd Street Flats

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1225 N Sierra St, Unit # 3
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245 North Arlington

Sarrazin Arms Apartments

Manzanita Inn Apartments

Whitewater Park Apartments

Renova Flats

Oak Manor - 1055 Oak St

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Urban West Apartments

Siegel Suites El Cortez

Eden Tower

450 N Arlington Ave

200 W 2nd St
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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 | $1,175 | $770 | $1,920 |
| West University 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,808 | $825 | $3,608 |
| West University 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,447 | $1,350 | $3,110 |
| West University 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,372 | $800 | $3,775 |
| West University 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,253 | $775 | $9,114 |
| West University 5 Bedroom Apartments | $844 | $649 | $1,540 |
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There are currently 29 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 Vintage at Washington Station priced from $985. Truckee River Terrace has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $990. Here are the most affordable West University apartments for rent in Reno, NV:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Vintage at Washington Station | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $985 |
| Truckee River Terrace | Truckee A1 | Studio,1BA | $990 |
| The Onyx at 695 | Studio A | Studio,1BA | $1,099 |
| Stardust Apartments | 1/1 West | 1BR,1BA | $1,250 |
| Eden Tower | A1 - The Primrose | Studio,1BA | $1,525 |
| 245 North Arlington | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,770 |
| 3rd Street Flats | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,863 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in West University, NV
As of June 22, 2026 the best value apartment in the West University area is the $0.58 price per square foot 3 Bed 2 Bath Model at The Towers at Pink Hill in the in the West University neighborhood starting from $800. The second greatest value West University apartment is the D2 Model at The Dean Reno starting at $799 with a $0.64 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 Towers at Pink Hill | 3 Bed 2 Bath | 3BR,2BA | $0.58 |
| The Dean Reno | D2 | 4BR,4BA | $0.64 |
| 3rd Street Flats | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $2.19 |
| Stardust Apartments | 1/1 West | 1BR,1BA | $2.08 |
| Eden Tower | A1 - The Primrose | Studio ,1BA | $2.65 |
| 245 North Arlington | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $3.19 |
| Vintage at Washington Station | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.93 |
| The Onyx at 695 | Studio A | Studio ,1BA | $3.65 |
| Truckee River Terrace | Truckee A1 | Studio ,1BA | $3.69 |
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Lifestyle Ratings
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap West University Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in West University?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in West University is at Truckee River Terrace listed at $990.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom West University Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom West University Apartment is $985 at Vintage at Washington Station.
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