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

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The Onyx at 695
$1,049 - $1,560
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The Onyx at 695

695 W 3rd StReno, NV 89503
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Sage by Vintage
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$1,183 - $1,415
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Sage by Vintage

500 Stoker AveReno, NV 89503
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Nevada Hills Apartments
$1,264 - $1,664
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$1,264 - $1,664

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Nevada Hills Apartments

1050 Nevada StReno, NV 89503
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245 North Arlington
$1,770 - $2,660
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$1,660 - $2,550
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245 North Arlington

245 N Arlington AveReno, NV 89503
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Renova Flats
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Renova Flats

525 W 4th StReno, NV 89503
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West Street Flats
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

West Street Flats

232 West StReno, NV 89501
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Westwood Apartments
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Westwood Apartments

401 College DrReno, NV 89503
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Eden Tower
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

Eden Tower

147 Ralston StReno, NV 89503
property at 200 W 2nd St

$1,745 - $1,795

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200 W 2nd St

RenoNV89501

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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 $1,010. Here are the most affordable West University apartments for rent in Reno, NV:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Vintage at Washington Station1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$985
Truckee River TerraceTruckee A2Studio,1BA$1,010
Stardust Apartments1/1 West1BR,1BA$1,250
Eden TowerA1 - The PrimroseStudio,1BA$1,525
245 North ArlingtonStudioStudio,1BA$1,770
3rd Street Flats1x11BR,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 ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
The Towers at Pink Hill3 Bed 2 Bath3BR,2BA$0.58
The Dean RenoD24BR,4BA$0.64
3rd Street Flats1x11BR,1BA$2.19
Stardust Apartments1/1 West1BR,1BA$2.08
Eden TowerA1 - The PrimroseStudio ,1BA$2.65
245 North ArlingtonStudioStudio ,1BA$3.19
Vintage at Washington Station1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.93
The Onyx at 695Studio AStudio ,1BA$3.65
Truckee River TerraceTruckee A1Studio ,1BA$3.69

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Lifestyle Ratings

ApartmentHomeLiving brings you our detailed rental analysis called 'Lifestyle Ratings' - a comparison of neighborhoods, cities, and rental properties across Nevada including West University, Reno, and the greater Reno area. LifeStyle Ratings are a useful tool for comparing and sorting apartments and neighborhoods when choosing your rental home. This takes in many factors including searching for the best amenities, and the best proximity to parks and outdoor amenities, pet-friendly features, family-friendly amenities, proximity to transit, and much more. Use Lifestyle Search in the site filter options on this page - and find your Perfect place!

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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