
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Arlington South Neighborhood of Riverside, CA from $500 (39 Rentals)
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9415 California Ave, Unit 10

9435 California Ave, Unit 43

Magnolia Gardens Senior Community

3535 Banbury Dr, Unit Unit11

River Oaks

Villa Rosa

Cerro Vista Apartments

Banbury Apartments
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Mission Garden Apartments

The Newport

Metro 3610 Apartments

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4159 Harrison St, Unit 4159

Gallery Park

Riverglen Apartments

4119 Van Buren Boulevard

The Hawthorne

Stonewood Apartments
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Village West Apartments

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The Terrace

Lincoln Village Apartment Homes

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Turtle Creek

Geel Place

Cedar Glen Apartments

Ranch Apartments

Brandon Place Senior
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8894 Indiana Ave

10788 Mercer Ave

Monterey Apartments

Spanish Oaks

Cedar Streams Apartments

Sunstone Place Apartments

Applewood Apartments

Tyler Arms Apartments

Sierra Gardens
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Magnolia West Apartments

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Stonebrook Apartments
Arlington South, Riverside, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Arlington South?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Arlington South Studio Apartments | $1,858 | $1,665 | $2,045 |
| Arlington South 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,096 | $1,500 | $2,596 |
| Arlington South 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,374 | $1,565 | $2,887 |
| Arlington South 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,166 | $2,906 | $3,342 |
| Arlington South 4 Bedroom Apartments | $3,399 | $3,399 | $3,399 |
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There are currently 39 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Arlington South Neighborhood of Riverside, CA.
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Cheapest Available Arlington South Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Arlington South area of Riverside, CA is a 2 Beds unit found at The Meadows priced from $450. Brandon Place Senior has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,371. Here are the most affordable Arlington South apartments for rent in Riverside, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Meadows | C | 2BR,2BA | $450 |
| Brandon Place Senior | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,371 |
| Villa Rosa | 1 BR 1 BA | 1BR,1BA | $1,675 |
| Sunstone Place Apartments | Sedona | 1BR,1BA | $1,771 |
| Applewood Apartments | Apartment 1bd/1ba - Premium | 1BR,1BA | $1,800 |
| Banbury Apartments | 1 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,800 |
| Tyler Arms Apartments | 1bd/1ba - A | 1BR,1BA | $1,825 |
| Sierra Gardens | 1 Bed 1Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,849 |
| The Newport | A | 1BR,1BA | $1,850 |
| Magnolia West Apartments | Fully Renovated 1 Bed 1 Bath in Riverside CA | 1BR,1BA | $1,900 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Arlington South, CA
As of July 09, 2026 the best value apartment in the Arlington South area is the $2.22 price per square foot 2x2S Model at LuxLiv Apartments in the in the La Sierra neighborhood starting from $2,654. The second greatest value Arlington South apartment is the 2 Bedroom Model at Mission Garden Apartments starting at $2,100 with a $2.00 price per square foot in the La Sierra neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Arlington South apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| LuxLiv Apartments | 2x2S | 2BR,2BA | $2.22 |
| Mission Garden Apartments | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $2.00 |
| The Meadows | C | 2BR,2BA | $0.47 |
| The Terrace | 2 Bed 2 Bath | 2BR,2BA | $2.33 |
| River Oaks | 2X2 | 2BR,2BA | $2.53 |
| Village West Apartments | 2 Bedroom, 1.5 Bath | 2BR,1.5BA | $2.33 |
| Riverglen Apartments | 2 Bedroom, 1 Bath (C & D Units) | 2BR,1BA | $2.38 |
| 4159 Harrison St, Unit 4159 | 4159 Harrison St | 2BR,1BA | $2.41 |
| Villa Rosa | 1 BR 1 BA | 1BR,1BA | $2.26 |
| Brandon Place Senior | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2.41 |
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ApartmentHomeLiving.com works hard to bring you our detailed rental search system called 'Lifestyle ratings', composed of rentals and neighborhoods across the USA, including Arlington South, Riverside, and the greater Riverside area. Our Lifestyle Ratings help you zero-in on the perfect place to call home. This takes in many factors including our Star Ratings to compare for the best proximity to parks and outdoor amenities, luxury amenities, places to raise kids, raising pets, transit options, and how walkable or bikeable each community and area is. These search options are in the site filters at the top of this page.
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Arlington South Apartments
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Arlington South?
The cheapest apartment in Arlington South is Brandon Place Senior which is listed at $1,371, while the average apartment in Arlington South costs $3,399.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Arlington South?
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 9 regular apartments in Arlington South 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 Arlington South?
Cheap apartments in Arlington South have an average cost of $227 which is $3,172 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Arlington South.
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