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$883 - $1,0951 to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
Oasis Senior Villas
2335 14th StRiverside, CA 92507
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Downtown Riverside Neighborhood of Riverside, CA from $700 (8 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in the Downtown Riverside area of Riverside.
3472 Brockton Ave
RiversideCA92501
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Mount Rubidoux Manor
3993 10th StRiverside, CA 92501
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3851 Cedar Ave
3851 Cedar AveRiverside, CA 92501
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4314 University Ave
4314 University AveRiverside, CA 92501
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Breezewood Apartments
3893 Kirkwood AveRiverside, CA 92501
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Raincross Apartments
3260 Main StRiverside, CA 92501
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Logan Pointe Apartments
5005 Tequesquite AveRiverside, CA 92501
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Downtown Riverside, Riverside, CA Local Guide
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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Downtown Riverside?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Downtown Riverside Studio Apartments | $1,995 | $1,375 | $2,259 |
| Downtown Riverside 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,337 | $915 | $3,631 |
| Downtown Riverside 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,983 | $883 | $4,728 |
| Downtown Riverside 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,383 | $1,995 | $3,980 |
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Cheapest Available Downtown Riverside Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in the Downtown Riverside area of Riverside, CA is a 2 Beds unit found at Oasis Senior Villas priced from $883. 4830 Palm Ave. has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,650. Here are the most affordable Downtown Riverside apartments for rent in Riverside, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Oasis Senior Villas | 2x1-50% | 2BR,1BA | $883 |
| 4830 Palm Ave. | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,650 |
| Garden Springs 55+ Senior Apartments | 1A | 1BR,1BA | $1,695 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Downtown Riverside, CA
As of March 31, 2026 the best value apartment in the Downtown Riverside area is the $2.33 price per square foot 2 Bedroom 3 Model at Main+Nine in the in the Eastside neighborhood starting from $3,100. The second greatest value Downtown Riverside apartment is the 4435 12th St Model at 4435 12th St, Unit home starting at $2,500 with a $2.27 price per square foot in the Grand neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Downtown Riverside apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Main+Nine | 2 Bedroom 3 | 2BR,2BA | $2.33 |
| 4435 12th St, Unit home | 4435 12th St | 2BR,1BA | $2.27 |
| 5286 Odell St, Unit C | 5286 Odell St | 2BR,1BA | $2.40 |
| Villas at Columbia | 2BD/ 2.0BA | 2BR,2BA | $2.35 |
| Raincross Promenade | A2 | 1BR,1BA | $2.76 |
| The Woods Senior Living | 2BR/1.0BA | 2BR,1BA | $2.81 |
| Pine Village | 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.55 |
| Garden Springs 55+ Senior Apartments | 1A | 1BR,1BA | $2.55 |
| 4830 Palm Ave. | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $2.66 |
| Oasis Senior Villas | 1x1-60% | 1BR,1BA | $1.74 |
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Downtown Riverside Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Downtown Riverside?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Downtown Riverside is under $2,399.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Downtown Riverside?
The cheapest apartment in Downtown Riverside is Oasis Senior Villas which is listed at $915, while the average apartment in Downtown Riverside costs $3,675.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Downtown Riverside?
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 Downtown Riverside 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 Downtown Riverside?
Cheap apartments in Downtown Riverside have an average cost of $642 which is $3,033 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Downtown Riverside.
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