1 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in Riverside, CA (610 Rentals)

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Riverside 1 Bedroom Apartment Units with Current Availability by Neighborhood

Availability Confirmed As of: August 22, 2025

There are currently 8028 available 1 Bedroom apartment units from neighborhoods all over Riverside, CA that range in price from $835 to $7,422. Outer Ontario Rancho Cucamonga, Day Creek and Rancho Etiwanda are the neighborhoods that currently have the most 1 Bedroom availability. Here is today's list of the top neighborhoods in Riverside with the most available 1 Bedroom apartments:

NeighborhoodAvailable UnitsMedian PriceMin Price
Outer Ontario Rancho Cucamonga717$2,273$980
Day Creek270$2,282$1,888
Rancho Etiwanda268$2,282$2,084
Etiwanda262$2,301$2,084
West End Fontana253$2,282$2,050
Bellgrove Morningstone250$2,293$2,050
West End241$2,276$2,084
Victoria Gardens167$2,379$1,888
Caryn166$2,345$1,452
North Fontana158$2,232$1,575

Largest Available Riverside 1 Bedroom Apartments

The largest available 1 Bedroom apartment unit in Riverside, CA is found at North Grove in the Glenwood Village neighborhood and is 1,640 square feet priced from $3,050. Westmont Village Homes - 55+ Senior Community in the Mission Grove neighborhood has the second largest 1 Bedroom, which is sized at 1,143 square feet and currently listed start at $2,853. Here is today’s list of the largest available 1 Bedroom units in Riverside:

Apartment ListingModel NameSquare FootagePriced From
North GroveA1 Live Work1,640 Sq Ft$3,050
Westmont Village Homes - 55+ Senior CommunityVictoria1,143 Sq Ft$2,853
Homecoming at EastvaleFordham1,103 Sq Ft$2,675
TerranoBrooklyn1,017 Sq Ft$2,675
Villa Annette Apartment HomesSiena F2925 Sq Ft$2,100
The MontereyA2.2-D907 Sq Ft$2,644
Legends at Rancho BelagoThe Marbella890 Sq Ft$1,939
Core at Sycamore HighlandsA3890 Sq Ft$2,475
Centerpointe at MarketA1866 Sq Ft$2,155
CastlerockRuby851 Sq Ft$2,141

Cheapest Available Riverside 1 Bedroom Apartments

As of August 22, 2025 the lowest priced 1 Bedroom apartment unit in Riverside, CA is the 1x1-60% Model starting from $915 at Oasis Senior Villas in the Canyon Crest neighborhood. The second most affordable Riverside 1 Bedroom is the 1x1 Deluxe Affordable Model at Nova Pointe Apartments starting at $1,119 in the Reche Canyon neighborhood. The average price for all 1 Bedroom apartments in Riverside is currently $2,203. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available 1 Bedroom options in Riverside:

Apartment ListingModel NamePriced From
Oasis Senior Villas1x1-60%$915
Nova Pointe Apartments1x1 Deluxe Affordable$1,119
River Run1 Bedroom 1 Bath$1,204
Garden Estate Apartmentsone bedroom one bath$1,300
Senior Apartments 62+ Catalina GardensThe Capri$1,450
Cottonwood Ranch1 Bed, 1 bath$1,500
CENTREPOINTEOne Bedroom One Bath Upstairs$1,520
Monarch Terrace Apartments1x1$1,545
Country Village ApartmentsLaCosta$1,550
Magnolia Tree Apartments1 Bed x 1 Bath$1,600

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Riverside Overview

Located a mere 60 miles from the mecca that is Los Angeles and known affectionately as the Inland Empire, Riverside is a diverse and exciting California locale brimming with opportunity. Known as the birthplace of the citrus industry, this sunny hot spot is flush with a growing economy and an ever-expanding residential base.

Why live in Riverside, CA?

From world glass shopping at the Galleria Tyler Mall to a a short commute to the job market of Hollywood, Riverside apartments have much to offer. Pleasant weather combined with the scenic beauty of those oh-so-famous orange trees yield a truly one-of-a-kind California destination, making Riverside ideal for families, working young professionals and college students alike.

Riverside, CA
Population: 330,063

Ranked #58

in US Census Population by City

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Riverside, CA

Ranked #36

Among cities in California for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

2.5
Pet Friendly

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Getting Around Riverside, CA

Walk Score®

54 / 100

Somewhat Walkable

Some errands can be accomplished on foot

Bike Score®

53 / 100

Bikeable

Some bike infrastructure

Transit Score®

29 / 100

Some Transit

A few nearby public transportation options

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Frequently Asked Questions about 1 Bedroom Riverside Apartments

What is the Cheapest apartment in Riverside with 1 Bedroom?

Currently the most affordable 1 Bedroom in Riverside is at Oasis Senior Villas listed at $915.

How much is the average rent for a 1 Bedroom Riverside Apartment?

The average rent for a 1 Bedroom Apartment in Riverside is $2,203.

What is the largest available 1 Bedroom Riverside Apartment for rent?

Today's apartment with the most square footage in Riverside is a 1,640 square feet unit starting from $3,050 at North Grove.

What is the average size for Riverside 1 Bedroom Apartments for rent?

The average size for a 1 Bedroom rental in Riverside is currently 385 sq ft.

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