
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the La Sierra South Neighborhood of Riverside, CA from $1,200 (10 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in the La Sierra South area of Riverside.


10968 Elkwood Cir

River Oaks

Magnolia Apartments

Casa Sierra Apartment Homes
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10109 Nemaha Ct

Monterey Apartments
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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 | $1,763 | $1,665 | $1,835 |
| La Sierra South 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,082 | $1,675 | $2,412 |
| La Sierra South 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,514 | $1,975 | $2,930 |
| La Sierra South 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,094 | $2,545 | $3,317 |
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There are currently 10 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 Magnolia Apartments priced from $1,675. Casa Sierra Apartment Homes has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,748. Here are the most affordable La Sierra South apartments for rent in Riverside, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Magnolia Apartments | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,675 |
| Casa Sierra Apartment Homes | Plan 1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,748 |
| Tanglewood Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,800 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in La Sierra South, CA
As of May 25, 2026 the best value apartment in the La Sierra South area is the $2.33 price per square foot B2 Model at Metro Gateway Apartment Homes in the in the La Sierra neighborhood starting from $2,715. The second greatest value La Sierra South apartment is the 2 Bed 2 Bath Model at The Terrace starting at $2,235 with a $2.32 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Metro Gateway Apartment Homes | B2 | 2BR,2BA | $2.33 |
| The Terrace | 2 Bed 2 Bath | 2BR,2BA | $2.32 |
| The Meadows | C | 2BR,2BA | $2.33 |
| The Newport | C | 2BR,2BA | $2.33 |
| Casa Sierra Apartment Homes | Plan 2 | 2BR,1BA | $2.68 |
| Esplanade | 1X1A | 1BR,1BA | $2.59 |
| Mission Garden Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.72 |
| Sierra Gardens | 1 Bed 1Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2.84 |
| Tanglewood Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.88 |
| Magnolia Apartments | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2.79 |
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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 Magnolia Apartments which is listed at $1,675, while the average apartment in La Sierra South costs $3,258.
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 1 regular apartments in La Sierra South that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
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