
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the La Sierra Neighborhood of Riverside, CA from $500 (36 Rentals)
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11771 Hazeldell Dr

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The Terrace

11197 Doverwood Dr
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Pine Garden Village

Sterling Place Apartments

10788 Mercer Ave

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Viano at Riverwalk

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10570 White Oak Dr
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La Sierra, Riverside, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in La Sierra?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| La Sierra Studio Apartments | $1,978 | $1,665 | $2,035 |
| La Sierra 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,286 | $1,782 | $3,352 |
| La Sierra 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,474 | $1,860 | $4,420 |
| La Sierra 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,356 | $1,995 | $4,078 |
| La Sierra 4 Bedroom Apartments | $3,399 | $3,399 | $3,399 |
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There are currently 36 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the La Sierra Neighborhood of Riverside, CA.
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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 1 Bed unit found at Sterling Place Apartments priced from $1,525. Brandon Place Senior has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $1,648. Here are the most affordable La Sierra apartments for rent in Riverside, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sterling Place Apartments | 1 BED 1 BATH | 1BR,1BA | $1,525 |
| Brandon Place Senior | 2 Bedroom 2 Bath | 2BR,2BA | $1,648 |
| Banbury Apartments | 1 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,800 |
| Casa Sierra Apartment Homes | Plan 1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,834 |
| Sierra Gardens | 1 Bed 1Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,849 |
| Mission Garden Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,850 |
| Tyler Springs Apartments for Seniors, 55 YRS+ | 2 Bedroom 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1,860 |
| Sunstone Place Apartments | Sedona | 1BR,1BA | $1,895 |
| Corona Pointe Resort | 11B | 1BR,1BA | $1,985 |
| Gallery Park | Plan 1 | Studio,1BA | $1,995 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in La Sierra, CA
As of July 28, 2026 the best value apartment in the La Sierra area is the $2.22 price per square foot 2x2S Model at LuxLiv Apartments in the in the La Sierra neighborhood starting from $2,654. The second greatest value La Sierra apartment is the Residence 3A Model at Viano at Riverwalk starting at $2,764 with a $2.46 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 Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| LuxLiv Apartments | 2x2S | 2BR,2BA | $2.22 |
| Viano at Riverwalk | Residence 3A | 3BR,2BA | $2.46 |
| Parkview Palms | 2bd/2ba (S) - Premium | 2BR,2BA | $2.38 |
| The Terrace | 2 Bed 2 Bath | 2BR,2BA | $2.33 |
| The Newport | B | 2BR,1BA | $2.25 |
| Riverglen Apartments | 2 Bedroom, 1 Bath (C & D Units) | 2BR,1BA | $2.41 |
| Tyler Springs Apartments for Seniors, 55 YRS+ | 2 Bedroom 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $2.38 |
| Brandon Place Senior | 2 Bedroom 2 Bath | 2BR,2BA | $2.29 |
| Mission Garden Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.61 |
| Sterling Place Apartments | 1 BED 1 BATH | 1BR,1BA | $2.50 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap La Sierra Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in La Sierra?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in La Sierra is under $1,995.
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 6 regular apartments in La Sierra 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?
Cheap apartments in La Sierra have an average cost of $121 which is $3,278 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in La Sierra.
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