Cheap Apartments for Rent in the University Highlands Neighborhood of Riverside, CA from $500 (7 Rentals)

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1881 Loma Vista St
Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments

1881 Loma Vista St

1881 Loma Vista StRiverside, CA 92507
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Las Palmas Apartments
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Las Palmas Apartments

2052 W Linden StRiverside, CA 92507
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The Regent
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

The Regent

3553 Chicago AveRiverside, CA 92507
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Linden Manor
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Linden Manor

1245 W Linden StRiverside, CA 92507
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University Court
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

University Court

1415-1421 7th StRiverside, CA 92507
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Cheapest Available University Highlands Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the University Highlands area of Riverside, CA is a 3 Beds unit found at Highland Parc North - Near UCR priced from $515. Highlander at North Campus Student Housing has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $779. Here are the most affordable University Highlands apartments for rent in Riverside, CA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Highland Parc North - Near UCRAVAILABLE NOW! 3x23BR,2BA$515
Highlander at North Campus Student Housing2x22BR,2BA$779
Emerald Pointe Apartments2 Bed 1.5 Bath2BR,1BA$1,495

Best Value Apartments for Rent in University Highlands, CA

As of January 23, 2026 the best value apartment in the University Highlands area is the $2.05 price per square foot Two Bedroom Two Bath Model at Highlander Park in the in the University neighborhood starting from $2,110. The second greatest value University Highlands apartment is the Remodeled Model at Granada Pueblo Apartments starting at $2,100 with a $2.18 price per square foot in the Canyon Crest neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for University Highlands apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Highlander ParkTwo Bedroom Two Bath2BR,2BA$2.05
Granada Pueblo ApartmentsRemodeled2BR,2BA$2.18
Emerald Pointe Apartments2 Bed 1.5 Bath2BR,1.5BA$1.59
The Met Apartments2 Bedroom / 1 Bath Upstairs2BR,1BA$2.08
Briarwood Apartments - Riverside, CA2bd/1ba - Premium2BR,1BA$2.28
Park View Apartments- Riverside, CA2bd/1ba - Premium2BR,1BA$2.22
WINDWOODPlan A2BR,2BA$2.14
Annex on ChicagoAVAILABLE NOW - LAST 1B/1B with Den!1BR,1BA$2.25
Springbrook Park Apartments1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$2.06
Highland Parc North - Near UCRAVAILABLE NOW! 2x12BR,1BA$0.75

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap University Highlands Apartments

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom University Highlands Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom University Highlands Apartment is $1,600 at La Paz Apartments.

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom University Highlands Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in University Highlands is starting from $545 at Highland Parc North - Near UCR.

What is the most affordable University Highlands Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap University Highlands Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Highland Parc North - Near UCR and starts from $515.

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