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6374 Jaguar Dr

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Riverside, CA Local Guide

Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Riverside, CA

Pricing Updated: 06/24/2025

Current apartment rentals in the Riverside, CA area range in price from $615 to $9,452 with an overall median price of $3,428. The three Riverside neighborhoods with the lowest median rent pricing are San Gorgonio at $1,250, Pacific at $1,800, and Wood Streets at $1,860. Here is today’s list of the top 10 neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for Riverside Apartments for rent:

NeighborhoodMedian PriceMin PriceAvailable Units
San Gorgonio$1,775$1,2504
Pacific$1,800$1,8002
Wood Streets$1,930$1,8601
Ward 7$1,975$1,19518
The Boulders$2,000$6503
Highlands$2,022$1,2509
Arrowhead$2,025$1,4919
Reche Canyon$2,149$1,35066
Downtown Corona$2,150$1,6502
Highgrove$2,160$61536

Cheapest Available Riverside Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Riverside, CA is a 2 Beds unit found at Highlander at North Campus Student Housing in the University neighborhood priced from $799. Oasis Senior Villas in the Canyon Crest neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $883. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Riverside apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Highlander at North Campus Student Housing2x22BR,2BA$799
Oasis Senior Villas2x1-50%2BR,1BA$883
Garden Estate ApartmentsstudioStudio,1BA$1,150
River Run1 Bedroom 1 Bath1BR,1BA$1,204
Perris Isle Senior ApartmentsTwo Bedroom, One Bathroom2BR,1BA$1,265
Country Village ApartmentsShadow CreekStudio,1BA$1,320
SunnymeadStudioStudio,1BA$1,495
Emerald Pointe Apartments2 Bed 1.5 Bath2BR,1BA$1,495
Cottonwood Ranch1 Bed, 1 bath1BR,1BA$1,500

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Riverside, CA

As of June 24, 2025 the best value apartment in the Riverside area is the $1.00 price per square foot 3481 Columbia Ave Model at 3481 Columbia Ave in the in the University neighborhood starting from $1,200. The second greatest value Riverside apartment is the Savannah Model at Presidential Townhomes starting at $2,100 with a $1.96 price per square foot in the Ramona neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Riverside apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
3481 Columbia Ave3481 Columbia Ave1BR,1BA$1.00
Presidential TownhomesSavannah2BR,2.5BA$1.96
University Riverside GardensLive at URG - Shared Master Bedroom in 2x2 Avai...2BR,2BA$0.66
University Village Towers3 Bed 3 Bath3BR,3BA$1.29
22850 Adrienne Ave, Unit 22850 Adrienne Ave22850 Adrienne Ave2BR,1BA$1.93
22573 Adrienne Ave, Unit B22573 Adrienne Ave2BR,1BA$2.04
1170 - Highland ParcIMMEDIATE MOVE IN!! PRIVATE GUEST BEDROOM! 3x23BR,2BA$0.76
Emerald Pointe Apartments2 Bed 1.5 Bath2BR,1.5BA$1.59
Highlander at North Campus Student Housing2x2 Premium2BR,2BA$1.40
Oasis Senior Villas1x1-60%1BR,1BA$1.74

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Riverside, CA Area Reviews

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Frequently Asked Questions about Riverside

What type of rentals are currently available in Riverside?

There are currently 1533 Apartments for Rent in Riverside, CA with pricing that ranges from $615 to $9,452. There are also 203 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Riverside ranging from $800 to $10,500.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Riverside?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Riverside ranges from $800 to $10,500 with an average monthly rent of $3,391.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Riverside?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Riverside range from $615 to $9,452, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $950 to $7,500. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $950 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $960.

Expert Rental Resources

Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

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Roommate Matching: Finding the Right Fit and Avoiding Pitfalls

Written by: Cheryl Bowman

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