
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the West University Neighborhood of Reno, NV from $500 (33 Rentals)
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400 University Ter, Unit B1

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Truckee River Terrace

Elevation at the U

The Onyx at 695

Gibson Apartments

Westwood Sierra Apartments

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Sage by Vintage
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Stardust Apartments

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1025 Oak St, Unit 7

The Residences on Winter Street

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1225 N Sierra St, Unit # 3

3rd Street Flats

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245 North Arlington
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1333 Terrace Dr

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Manzanita Inn Apartments

1037 N Sierra St

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Renova Flats

Oak Manor - 1055 Oak St

Washington Street Apartments
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Urban West Apartments

Siegel Suites El Cortez

1025 Oak St

450 N Arlington Ave

Eden Tower

1380 N Sierra 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 | $1,221 | $799 | $1,920 |
| West University 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,925 | $850 | $4,545 |
| West University 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,616 | $1,350 | $7,150 |
| West University 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,441 | $820 | $3,775 |
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There are currently 33 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 Sarrazin Arms Apartments priced from $850. Truckee River Terrace has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,015. Here are the most affordable West University apartments for rent in Reno, NV:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sarrazin Arms Apartments | 0x1 | Studio,1BA | $850 |
| Truckee River Terrace | Truckee A1 | Studio,1BA | $1,015 |
| The Onyx at 695 | 0BD, 1BTH A23 | Studio,1BA | $1,099 |
| Vintage at Washington Station | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,243 |
| Stardust Apartments | 1/1 West | 1BR,1BA | $1,250 |
| 1380 N Sierra St | 2 Beds, 1.5 Baths | 2BR,1BA | $1,695 |
| 3rd Street Flats | Junior 1x1 | Studio,1BA | $1,724 |
| 245 North Arlington | 1 Bedroom Type A | 1BR,1BA | $1,860 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in West University, NV
As of August 08, 2026 the best value apartment in the West University area is the $0.71 price per square foot 400 University Ter Model at 400 University Ter, Unit B1 in the in the West University neighborhood starting from $850. The second greatest value West University apartment is the 1225 N Sierra St Model at 1225 N Sierra St, Unit # 3 starting at $1,700 with a $1.79 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 400 University Ter, Unit B1 | 400 University Ter | 1BR,1BA | $0.71 |
| 1225 N Sierra St, Unit # 3 | 1225 N Sierra St | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.79 |
| The Chelsea at Riverwalk | 2 Bedroom 2 Bathroom C - North Facing | 2BR,2BA | $2.44 |
| 245 North Arlington | 1 Bedroom Type A | 1BR,1.5BA | $2.26 |
| Stardust Apartments | 1/1 West | 1BR,1BA | $2.08 |
| Vintage at Washington Station | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.43 |
| 3rd Street Flats | Junior 1x1 | Studio ,1BA | $3.65 |
| Sarrazin Arms Apartments | 0x1 | Studio ,1BA | $2.43 |
| The Onyx at 695 | 0BD, 1BTH A23 | Studio ,1BA | $3.65 |
| Truckee River Terrace | Truckee A1 | Studio ,1BA | $3.79 |
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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 $1,860.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in West University?
The cheapest apartment in West University is Vintage at Washington Station which is listed at $1,243, while the average apartment in West University costs $1,712.
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 14 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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