Cheap Apartments for Rent in the La Sierra Neighborhood of Riverside, CA from $1,000 (7 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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Brandon Place Senior
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Brandon Place Senior

3941 Polk StRiverside, CA 92505
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Magnolia Apartments
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Magnolia Apartments

11383 Magnolia AveRiverside, CA 92505
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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 Brandon Place Senior priced from $1,247. Sierra Gardens has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,779. Here are the most affordable La Sierra apartments for rent in Riverside, CA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Brandon Place Senior1 Bedroom 1 Bath1BR,1BA$1,247
Sierra Gardens1 Bed 1Bath1BR,1BA$1,779
Metro 3610 Apartments1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom1BR,1BA$1,799

Best Value Apartments for Rent in La Sierra, CA

As of November 09, 2025 the best value apartment in the La Sierra area is the $2.24 price per square foot 2x1 Model at LuxLiv Apartments in the in the La Sierra neighborhood starting from $2,395. The second greatest value La Sierra apartment is the 2 Bedroom Model at Mission Garden Apartments starting at $2,100 with a $2.00 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 Apartments2x12BR,1BA$2.24
Mission Garden Apartments2 Bedroom2BR,2BA$2.00
The Terrace2 Bed 2 Bath2BR,2BA$2.33
Riverglen Apartments2 Bedroom, 1 Bath (C & D Units)2BR,1BA$2.38
Riverwalk Landing Apartment HomesCasa Rio2BR,2BA$2.61
Metro Gateway Apartment HomesA21BR,1BA$2.59
Parkview Palms Apartments- Riverside, CA1bd/1ba - Premium1BR,1BA$2.55
The MeadowsA1BR,1BA$2.56
The NewportA1BR,1BA$2.56
Brandon Place Senior1 Bedroom 1 Bath1BR,1BA$2.19

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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!

Getting Around the La Sierra Neighborhood in Riverside, CA

Walk Score®

66 / 100

Somewhat Walkable

Some errands can be accomplished on foot

Bike Score®

57 / 100

Bikeable

Some bike infrastructure

Transit Score®

34 / 100

Some Transit

A few nearby public transportation options

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 Brandon Place Senior which is listed at $1,247, while the average apartment in La Sierra costs $3,547.

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 5 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

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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Apartment Common Area Rules: What Renters Need to Know

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Back in the day when I rented one of my first apartments, the property didn’t even have laundry in the building. Now, rental properties are often competing against each other to provide the best amenities.

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How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Everything is a negotiation in real estate! 

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The Rental Move-In Inspection Checklist: A Guide for Renters

Written by: Trey Huguley

The move-in inspection checklist is a crucial tool for both tenants and landlords. This checklist, provided by the team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com, helps document the condition of an apartment at the time of move-in.

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