Cheap Apartments for Rent in the University Highlands Neighborhood of Riverside, CA from $600 (10 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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Towne Crest Apartments
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Towne Crest Apartments

750 Via PuebloRiverside, CA 92507
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University Highlands, Riverside, CA Local Guide

Cheapest Available University Highlands Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the University Highlands area of Riverside, CA is a 2 Beds unit found at Highlander at North Campus Student Housing priced from $799. Emerald Pointe Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $1,495. Here are the most affordable University Highlands apartments for rent in Riverside, CA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Highlander at North Campus Student Housing2x22BR,2BA$799
Emerald Pointe Apartments2 Bed 1.5 Bath2BR,1BA$1,495
WINDWOODPlan C1BR,1BA$1,690

Best Value Apartments for Rent in University Highlands, CA

As of October 08, 2025 the best value apartment in the University Highlands area is the $0.62 price per square foot 4x4 Premium Model at Highlander at North Campus Student Housing in the in the University neighborhood starting from $949. The second greatest value University Highlands apartment is the 2bd/2ba - Premium Model at Anderson Park Apartments- Riverside, CA starting at $2,100 with a $1.91 price per square foot in the University 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 at North Campus Student Housing4x4 Premium4BR,4BA$0.62
Anderson Park Apartments- Riverside, CA2bd/2ba - Premium2BR,2BA$1.91
Highlander ParkTwo Bedroom Two Bath2BR,2BA$2.05
Emerald Pointe Apartments2 Bed 1.5 Bath2BR,1.5BA$1.59
The Met Apartments2 Bedroom / 1 Bath Downstairs2BR,1BA$2.30
Briarwood Apartments - Riverside, CA2bd/1ba - Premium2BR,1BA$2.28
Park View Apartments- Riverside, CA2bd/1ba - Premium2BR,1BA$2.22
1170 - Highland ParcONE SPOT LEFT!! - FALL 2025 SHARED MASTER BEDRO...2BR,1BA$0.76
University Riverside GardensNOW LEASING- FOR 2025-2026 SCHOOL YEAR - 1 Bed ...1BR,1BA$2.28
University Village Towers2 Bed 2 Bath2BR,2BA$1.69

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
University Highlands, Riverside, CA

Ranked #7

Among cities in California for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

4.0
Pet Friendly

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Getting Around the University Highlands Neighborhood in Riverside, CA

Walk Score®

23 / 100

Car-Dependent

Almost all errands require a car

Bike Score®

56 / 100

Bikeable

Some bike infrastructure

Transit Score®

26 / 100

Some Transit

A few nearby public transportation options

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap University Highlands Apartments

What is the price of a cheap apartment in University Highlands?

The cheapest apartment in University Highlands is WINDWOOD which is listed at $1,690, while the average apartment in University Highlands costs $2,847.

What types of apartments are the cheapest in University Highlands?

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 31 regular apartments in University Highlands 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 University Highlands?

Cheap apartments in University Highlands have an average cost of $961 which is $1,886 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in University Highlands.

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