Cheap Apartments for Rent in the La Sierra South Neighborhood of Riverside, CA from $1,200 (16 Rentals)

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Pine Garden Village
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Pine Garden Village

11300 Magnolia AveRiverside, CA 92505
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property at 10788 Mercer Ave

$1,595

1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Condo for Rent

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10788 Mercer Ave

RiversideCA92505
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Sierra Gardens
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Sierra Gardens

3915 La Sierra AveRiverside, CA 92505
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Cedar Crest Apartments
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Cedar Crest Apartments

11255 Magnolia AveRiverside, CA 92505
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La Sierra South, Riverside, CA Local Guide

Cheapest Available La Sierra South Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the La Sierra South area of Riverside, CA is a 2 Beds unit found at The Meadows priced from $450. Magnolia Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,675. Here are the most affordable La Sierra South apartments for rent in Riverside, CA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
The MeadowsC2BR,2BA$450
Magnolia Apartments1 Bed 1 Bath1BR,1BA$1,675
Esplanade1X1A1BR,1BA$1,821
Casa Sierra Apartment HomesPlan 11BR,1BA$1,828
Sierra Gardens1 Bed 1Bath1BR,1BA$1,849

Best Value Apartments for Rent in La Sierra South, CA

As of July 09, 2026 the best value apartment in the La Sierra South area is the $2.00 price per square foot 2 Bedroom Model at Mission Garden Apartments in the in the La Sierra neighborhood starting from $2,100. The second greatest value La Sierra South apartment is the 2 Bed 2 Bath Model at The Terrace starting at $2,250 with a $2.33 price per square foot in the La Sierra neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for La Sierra South apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Mission Garden Apartments2 Bedroom2BR,2BA$2.00
The Terrace2 Bed 2 Bath2BR,2BA$2.33
The MeadowsC2BR,2BA$2.18
Metro Gateway Apartment HomesA11BR,1BA$2.81
The NewportA1BR,1BA$2.56
Esplanade1X1A1BR,1BA$2.55
Corona Pointe Resort11A1BR,1BA$3.24
Casa Sierra Apartment HomesPlan 11BR,1BA$2.77
Sierra Gardens1 Bed 1Bath1BR,1BA$2.84
Magnolia Apartments1 Bed 1 Bath1BR,1BA$2.79

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Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary | ApartmentHomeLiving.com Renter University

From the letter A all the way to the letter Z, the Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary from the content team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provides our visitors and shoppers with a little clarity and helpful guidance in navigating the real estate world through definitions and explainers for the top subjects and terms that someone may come across during the leasing, buying, or selling process.

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
La Sierra South, Riverside, CA

Ranked #25

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

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Lifestyle Ratings

Our team of engineers and researchers is proud to bring you our detailed rental search system called 'Lifestyle ratings', composed of rentals and neighborhoods across the USA, and customized analysis for Southwest Riverside, CA. LifeStyle Ratings are the best way to sort through finding a place to live - beyond price and floorplan. This takes in many factors including searching for the best amenities, and easy access to the parks, transit availability, pet-friendly communities, features that make it easier to raise kids, in addition to floorplans, availablity, and pricing. Use Lifestyle Search in the site filter options on this page - and find your Perfect place!

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap La Sierra South Apartments

What is the price of a cheap apartment in La Sierra South?

The cheapest apartment in La Sierra South is Magnolia Apartments which is listed at $1,675, while the average apartment in La Sierra South costs $3,704.

What types of apartments are the cheapest in La Sierra 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 8 regular apartments in La Sierra South that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.

Expert Rental Resources

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.

Articles, How-To's, and Tips

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The Ultimate Locals Guide to Living in Riverside, CA

Written by: Thomas Conroy

Riverside is a diverse Southern California city that is considered the centerpiece of Riverside County. It is located approximately 60 miles east of Los Angeles, and is the largest city of the Inland Empire.

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Renters Insurance 101: What It Is, What It Covers, and Why You Need It

Written by: Robin Stewart

Insurance seems to be a part of life. In some states, having insurance is the law, as is the case for automobile insurance. Renters are no exception.

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Apartment Occupancy Rates: Renter Attraction vs Renter Retention

Written by: Robin Stewart

There’s a tenet in marketing about client or customer attraction and retention. Studies and data have consistently shown it costs less to keep a current customer than to attract a new one.

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How I Find the Perfect Rental for My Clients: A Real Estate Pro's Guide

Written by: Robin Stewart

Evaluating rental properties for clients draws many parallels to house-hunting. Whether an apartment, loft, townhouse, or other rental, finding the right place means finding “home” for your client.