Cheap Apartments for Rent in the La Sierra Neighborhood of Riverside, CA from $500 (40 Rentals)

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property at 3984 Polk St

$2,799

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$2,799
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3 Bedroom, 2.5 Bath Townhome for Rent

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3984 Polk St

RiversideCA92505
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Geel Place
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Geel Place

3990 Reynolds RdRiverside, CA 92503

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Pine Garden Village
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Pine Garden Village

11300 Magnolia AveRiverside, CA 92505
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Brandon Place Senior
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Brandon Place Senior

3941 Polk StRiverside, 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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Cedar Crest Apartments
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Cedar Crest Apartments

11255 Magnolia AveRiverside, CA 92505
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Viano at Riverwalk
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Viano at Riverwalk

4655 Sierra Vista AveRiverside, CA 92505
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Parkview Palms
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Parkview Palms

4564 Jones AveRiverside, CA 92505
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Concord Villas
2 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Concord Villas

3738 Harrison StRiverside, CA 92503
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La Sierra, Riverside, CA Local Guide

Cheapest Available La Sierra Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the La Sierra area of Riverside, CA is a 1 Bed unit found at Sterling Place Apartments priced from $1,525. 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 apartments for rent in Riverside, CA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Sterling Place Apartments1 BED 1 BATH1BR,1BA$1,525
Magnolia Apartments1 Bed 1 Bath1BR,1BA$1,675
Casa Sierra Apartment HomesPlan 11BR,1BA$1,834
Sierra Gardens1 Bed 1Bath1BR,1BA$1,849
Sunstone Place ApartmentsSedona1BR,1BA$1,896
Mission Garden Apartments1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,930
Viano at RiverwalkResidence 1A1BR,1BA$1,956
Gallery ParkStudioStudio,1BA$1,999
Banbury Apartments2 Bedrooms, 2 Bathrooms2BR,2BA$2,000
Riverglen Apartments2 Bedroom, 1 Bath (C & D Units)2BR,1BA$2,025

Best Value Apartments for Rent in La Sierra, CA

As of June 12, 2026 the best value apartment in the La Sierra area is the $2.22 price per square foot 2x2SR Model at LuxLiv Apartments in the in the La Sierra neighborhood starting from $2,654. The second greatest value La Sierra apartment is the 2bd/2ba (S) - Premium Model at Parkview Palms starting at $2,300 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 apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
LuxLiv Apartments2x2SR2BR,2BA$2.22
Parkview Palms2bd/2ba (S) - Premium2BR,2BA$2.33
The Terrace2 Bed 2 Bath2BR,2BA$2.33
The MeadowsC2BR,2BA$2.20
Banbury Apartments2 Bedrooms, 2 Bathrooms2BR,2BA$2.22
Riverglen Apartments2 Bedroom, 1 Bath (C & D Units)2BR,1BA$2.38
Metro Gateway Apartment HomesA21BR,1BA$2.71
The NewportA1BR,1BA$2.56
Brandon Place Senior2 Bedroom 2 Bath2BR,2BA$2.08
Sterling Place Apartments1 BED 1 BATH1BR,1BA$2.50

Don't Settle: How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

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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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Lifestyle Ratings

ApartmentHomeLiving brings you our detailed rental search system called 'Lifestyle ratings', composed of rentals in cities across the United States and customized analysis for Western Riverside. Lifestyle Ratings show you the best fit for your needs and interests. This takes in many factors including rankings of the best places for easy access to the parks, luxury amenities, pet-friendly features, family-friendly amenities, proximity to transit, and other valuable search options. Find Lifestyle Search in the filter options (above). Happy Searching!

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap La Sierra Apartments

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

The cheapest apartment in La Sierra is Sterling Place Apartments which is listed at $1,525, while the average apartment in La Sierra costs $3,399.

What types of apartments are the cheapest in La Sierra?

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 4 regular apartments in La Sierra 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.

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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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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.

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Pet-Friendly Renting: Everything You Need to Know Before You Move

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

For so many of us, pets are the best companions and a big part of our lives. For this reason, a pet-friendly house or apartment is often a very important - and nonnegotiable - part of a move.

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Creative Ways Developers Reimagine Retail Spaces as Residential Units

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Adaptive reuse is when a commercial property is converted and repurposed. The real estate industry has embraced a growing number of these projects.