Apartments for Rent in the University Neighborhood of Riverside, CA (215 Rentals)

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Dwell Apartment Homes
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$1,960 - $2,395

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160 W Big Springs RdRiverside, CA 92507
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Boulder Creek
$1,891 - $2,106

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Boulder Creek

2442 Iowa AveRiverside, CA 92507
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4360 Watkins Dr

RiversideCA92507

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University, Riverside, CA

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Lifestyle Ratings

Our team of engineers and researchers works hard to bring you our detailed rental analysis called 'Lifestyle Ratings' - a comparison of rentals and neighborhoods across the USA, including Riverside. LifeStyle Ratings are a useful tool for comparing and sorting apartments and neighborhoods when choosing your rental home. This takes in many factors including our Star Ratings to compare for the best proximity to parks and outdoor amenities, luxury amenities, family-friendliness, raising pets, transit options, and other valuable search options. These search options are in the site filters at the top of this page.

Family-Friendly Rating

Renting for your family? Amongst all of the communities in Riverside, this area of town has established a name for itself as one of our favorite neighborhoods for families, with a score of 4.0 out of 4. Family Friendly ratings are based on community features and environments that help parents and children to thrive. These features include things like green spaces, pet amenities, playgrounds, recreation and A/V rooms, trails, and access to the best-regarded education.

Outdoors Rating

For some, access to parks, paths, and trails is something they look for when they rent. This residential area is a highly-rated residential submarket for nice outdoor spaces, with a score of 4.0 out of 4.

Luxury Living Rating

This neighborhood ranks as amongst the finest high-end communities in town, with a score of 4.0 out of 4. Luxury Lifestyle Scoring is based on having high-end community amenities like shared social spaces, lounges, pools, proximity to great shopping areas, park access, and quartz countertops in the kitchen with high-end appliances. Luxury submarkets also often offer tile or hardwood floors, raquetball courts, and a full-time security staff or doorman.

Pet Friendly Rating

Have dogs and cats? This area is one of the A-list communities for renters with pets, with a score of 4.0 out of 4.

Frequently Asked Questions about University

What is the current pricing and availability for apartments for rent in the University area of Riverside, CA?

As of today, September 04, 2026, there are currently 215 available University apartments priced from $500 to $3,989, with an average monthly rent of $2,613.

How much are Studio apartments in University?

There are currently 52 Studio Apartments in University with rent ranges from $1,630 to $2,497 with an average price of $2,131.

What is the current price range for One Bedroom University Apartments for rent?

Today's rental pricing for One Bedroom Apartments in University ranges from $1,375 to $2,602 with an average monthly rent of $2,309.

What does renting a Two Bedroom Apartment in University cost?

The monthly rent prices of Two Bedroom Apartments currently available in University range from $545 to $3,888. Today's average rental price for Two Bedrooms here is $2,897.

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