Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Northside Neighborhood of Riverside, CA from $500 (34 Rentals)

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Boulder Creek
$1,706 - $2,471
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Boulder Creek

2442 Iowa AveRiverside, CA 92507
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Mount Rubidoux Manor
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

Mount Rubidoux Manor

3993 10th StRiverside, CA 92501
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3851 Cedar Ave
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

3851 Cedar Ave

3851 Cedar AveRiverside, CA 92501
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4314 University Ave
2 Bedroom Apartments

4314 University Ave

4314 University AveRiverside, CA 92501
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Linden Manor
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Linden Manor

1245 W Linden StRiverside, CA 92507
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Breezewood Apartments
2 Bedroom Apartments

Breezewood Apartments

3893 Kirkwood AveRiverside, CA 92501
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Bahama Palms
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Bahama Palms

3643 Brockton AveRiverside, CA 92501
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Northside, Riverside, CA Local Guide

Cheapest Available Northside Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Northside area of Riverside, CA is a 1 Bed unit found at Springbrook Park Apartments priced from $1,595. Falcon Pointe Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,650. Here are the most affordable Northside apartments for rent in Riverside, CA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Springbrook Park Apartments1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$1,595
Falcon Pointe Apartments1BR/1BA1BR,1BA$1,650
Linden Court Apartments- Riverside, CA1bd/1ba - Premium1BR,1BA$1,699
Parkhill1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$1,700
Boulder CreekStudio - ClassicStudio,1BA$1,706
Berkdale ApartmentsJunior 1 Bedroom 1 Bath1BR,1BA$1,750
Concord Village1A1BR,1BA$1,795
Bahama Palms1 BED 1 BATH APARTMENT1BR,1BA$1,795
Anderson Park Apartments- Riverside, CAWaitlist- FULLY UPGRADED 1 BED 1 BATH in RIVERS...1BR,1BA$1,800

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Northside, CA

As of May 15, 2026 the best value apartment in the Northside area is the $2.33 price per square foot 2 Bedroom 3 Model at Main+Nine in the in the Eastside neighborhood starting from $3,099. The second greatest value Northside apartment is the 2 Bed / 2 Bath - UPSTAIRS Model at The Lindy East & West Apartments starting at $1,995 with a $1.90 price per square foot in the University neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Northside apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Main+Nine2 Bedroom 32BR,2BA$2.33
The Lindy East & West Apartments2 Bed / 2 Bath - UPSTAIRS2BR,2BA$1.90
Highlander Park ApartmentsTwo Bedroom Two Bath2BR,2BA$2.05
The Met Apartments2 Bedroom / 1 Bath Downstairs2BR,1BA$2.25
Garden Springs 55+ Senior Apartments2A2BR,1BA$2.22
Highlander at North Campus Student Housing2x2 Premium2BR,2BA$1.54
Los Arbolitos Riverside Apartments1 Bedroom 1 Bath Den1BR,1BA$2.31
Anderson Park Apartments- Riverside, CAWaitlist- FULLY UPGRADED 1 BED 1 BATH in RIVERS...1BR,1BA$2.25
Springbrook Park Apartments1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$1.99
Concord Village1A1BR,1BA$2.39

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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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Northside, Riverside, CA

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Lifestyle Ratings

ApartmentHomeLiving brings you our detailed rental analysis called 'Lifestyle Ratings' - a comparison of rentals and neighborhoods across the USA, and customized analysis for Central Riverside, CA. Lifestyle Ratings show you the best fit for your needs and interests. This takes in many factors including searching for the best amenities, and easy access to the parks, pet-friendly features, features that make it easier to raise kids, proximity to transit, and how walkable or bikeable each community and area is. These search options are in the site filters at the top of this page.

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Northside Apartments

What is a cheap apartment in Northside?

A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Northside is under $1,800.

What is the price of a cheap apartment in Northside?

The cheapest apartment in Northside is Springbrook Park Apartments which is listed at $1,595, while the average apartment in Northside costs $3,220.

What types of apartments are the cheapest in Northside?

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 16 regular apartments in Northside 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 Northside?

Cheap apartments in Northside have an average cost of $415 which is $2,805 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Northside.

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.

Articles, How-To's, and Tips

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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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A Seasoned Property Manager's Step-by-Step Guide to Getting Your Deposit Back

Written by: Lauren Harrington

I’m going to talk with you as a seasoned property manager and friend. So, let’s start with your security deposit. I want you to think about this guide as insider information. You deserve your deposit back.

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

Written by: Lauren Harrington

This article is based on first-hand experience managing apartment communities and helping renters adapt to their spaces after moving in.

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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.