Cheap Apartments for Rent in the La Sierra Neighborhood of Riverside, CA from $500 (38 Rentals)

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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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$1,595

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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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Planning a move to Riverside? Get a detailed look at the best neighborhoods—Mission Grove, Orangecrest, Canyon Crest, and La Sierra—plus tips on the commute, weather, and nearby vacation spots.

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Cheapest Available La Sierra Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the La Sierra area of Riverside, CA is a 2 Beds unit found at Brandon Place Senior priced from $1,498. 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 apartments for rent in Riverside, CA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Brandon Place Senior2 Bedroom 2 Bath2BR,2BA$1,498
Magnolia Apartments1 Bed 1 Bath1BR,1BA$1,625
Metro 3610 Apartments1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom1BR,1BA$1,699
Casa Sierra Apartment HomesPlan 11BR,1BA$1,748
Tanglewood ApartmentsOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,795
Sierra Gardens1 Bed 1Bath1BR,1BA$1,849
Parkview Palms Apartments- Riverside, CA1bd/1ba - Premium1BR,1BA$1,850
Esplanade1X1A1BR,1BA$1,859
Sunstone Place ApartmentsSedona1BR,1BA$1,888
Mission Garden Apartments1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,930

Best Value Apartments for Rent in La Sierra, CA

As of April 26, 2026 the best value apartment in the La Sierra 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 apartment is the 2x2SR Model at LuxLiv Apartments starting at $2,504 with a $2.10 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.
4960 Tyler St4 Bedroom 3 Bathroom4BR,3BA$1.35
LuxLiv Apartments2x2SR2BR,2BA$2.10
Corona Pointe Townhomes22TH12BR,2.5BA$2.54
Riverglen Apartments2 Bedroom, 1 Bath- Downstairs Collett Street2BR,1BA$2.45
The NewportC2BR,2BA$2.29
The Terrace2 Bed 2 Bath2BR,2BA$2.32
The MeadowsC2BR,2BA$2.33
Parkview Palms Apartments- Riverside, CA1bd/1ba - Premium1BR,1BA$2.55
Brandon Place Senior2 Bedroom 2 Bath2BR,2BA$2.08
Metro 3610 Apartments1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom1BR,1BA$2.65

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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 Magnolia Apartments which is listed at $1,625, while the average apartment in La Sierra costs $3,597.

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

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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Expert Solutions for Creating the Perfect Work-From-Home Apartment Layouts

Written by: Lauren Harrington

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What Does “Rent Burdened” Mean? How Much Rent Is Too Much

Written by: Lauren Harrington

This article draws from first-hand renter experiences and recurring financial challenges reported after moving in.

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Maximizing Your Refund: Essential Tax Tips for Renters

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Other than tax professionals, I can’t think of anyone who looks forward to tax season. For everybody else, April is a stressful month to collect information and meet deadlines.