
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the La Sierra South Neighborhood of Riverside, CA from $1,200 (37 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in the La Sierra South area of Riverside.


11915 Pike St

Beautiful Sago Palms

Magnolia Apartments

River Oaks

Villa Rosa

Banbury Apartments

Sierra Gardens

Casa Sierra Apartment Homes
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The Meadows

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The Terrace

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3772 Taft St, Unit 3772

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4960 Tyler St

3590 Buchanan St

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4408 Ambs Dr
La Sierra South, Riverside, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in La Sierra South?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| La Sierra South Studio Apartments | $1,825 | $1,665 | $2,045 |
| La Sierra South 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,092 | $1,210 | $2,596 |
| La Sierra South 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,489 | $1,895 | $2,975 |
| La Sierra South 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,149 | $2,750 | $3,392 |
| La Sierra South 4 Bedroom Apartments | $3,597 | $3,395 | $3,800 |
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There are currently 37 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the La Sierra South Neighborhood of Riverside, CA.
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Cheapest Available La Sierra South Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the La Sierra South area of Riverside, CA is a 1 Bed unit found at Beautiful Sago Palms priced from $1,595. Magnolia Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,625. Here are the most affordable La Sierra South apartments for rent in Riverside, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Beautiful Sago Palms | 1 bed / 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,595 |
| Magnolia Apartments | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,625 |
| Villa Rosa | 1 BR 1 BA | 1BR,1BA | $1,675 |
| Sierra Gardens | 1 Bed 1Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,709 |
| Casa Sierra Apartment Homes | Plan 1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,748 |
| Mission Garden Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,750 |
| Tanglewood Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,795 |
| Esplanade | 1X1A | 1BR,1BA | $1,872 |
| Gallery Park | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,999 |
| Banbury Apartments | 2 Bedrooms, 2 Bathrooms | 2BR,2BA | $2,000 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in La Sierra South, CA
As of April 10, 2026 the best value apartment in the La Sierra South area is the $1.35 price per square foot 4 Bedroom 3 Bathroom Model at 4960 Tyler St in the in the La Sierra neighborhood starting from $3,200. The second greatest value La Sierra South apartment is the 2x2SR Model at LuxLiv Apartments starting at $2,559 with a $2.15 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 Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 4960 Tyler St | 4 Bedroom 3 Bathroom | 4BR,3BA | $1.35 |
| LuxLiv Apartments | 2x2SR | 2BR,2BA | $2.15 |
| The Newport | C | 2BR,2BA | $2.29 |
| The Terrace | 2 Bed 2 Bath | 2BR,2BA | $2.33 |
| The Meadows | C | 2BR,2BA | $2.33 |
| Banbury Apartments | 2 Bedrooms, 2 Bathrooms | 2BR,2BA | $2.22 |
| Riverglen Apartments | 2 Bedroom, 1 Bath (C & D Units) | 2BR,1BA | $2.38 |
| Beautiful Sago Palms | 1 bed / 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $2.13 |
| Villa Rosa | 1 BR 1 BA | 1BR,1BA | $2.26 |
| Mission Garden Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.46 |
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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 Beautiful Sago Palms which is listed at $1,595, while the average apartment in La Sierra South costs $3,597.
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 9 regular apartments in La Sierra 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 La Sierra South?
Cheap apartments in La Sierra South have an average cost of $126 which is $3,471 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in La Sierra South.
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