Apartments for Rent in the University Hills Neighborhood of Riverside, CA (128 Rentals)

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Castlerock
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$2,104 - $3,996

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Castlerock

5700 Lochmoor DrRiverside, CA 92507
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Colonnade
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$2,144 - $3,104

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Colonnade

5880 Fair Isle DrRiverside, CA 92507
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Dwell Apartment Homes
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$1,960 - $2,395

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Dwell Apartment Homes

160 W Big Springs RdRiverside, CA 92507
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Boulder Creek
$1,896 - $2,116

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Boulder Creek

2442 Iowa AveRiverside, CA 92507
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4360 Watkins Dr

RiversideCA92507

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$3,599

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1402 Abernathy Dr

RiversideCA92507
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Lifestyle Ratings

This website compiles millions of data points to bring you Lifestyle Ratings of rentals and neighborhoods across the USA, and customized analysis for Northeast Central 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 filtering automatically for outdoor amenities like tennis courts, luxury housing options, places to raise kids, raising pets, transit options, and more. Find Lifestyle Search in the filter options (above). Happy Searching!

Family-Friendly Rating

Renting with children? Amongst all of the submarkets in Riverside, University Hills has established a name for itself as one of our favorite submarkets for families, with a score of 4.0 out of 4. Family Friendly neighborhoods have features that support parents and kids in having fun and being healthy together. This includes features like parks, pet amenities, playgrounds, recreation and A/V rooms, trails, and great education and schools.

Outdoors Rating

Are you somebody that needs to live with access to the great outdoors? this neighborhood is now ranked as providing really good access to parks, paths, and trails, with a score of 4.0 out of 4.

Luxury Living Rating

This area is one of the finest higher-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 pools, saunas, workout spaces, on-site concierge services, park views, easy access to green space, and amenities like granite countertops, range hoods, and high-end appliances. Other luxury items often include tile or hardwood floors, tennis courts, and for some communities, even a doorman to greet residents.

Pet Friendly Rating

Are there furry friends in your life? this area has risen to be one of our preferred submarkets for dog and cat owners, with a score of 4.0 out of 4.

Frequently Asked Questions about University Hills

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

As of today, September 06, 2026, there are currently 128 available University Hills apartments priced from $500 to $3,990, with an average monthly rent of $2,645.

How much are Studio apartments in University Hills?

There are currently 20 Studio Apartments in University Hills with rent ranges from $1,660 to $2,497 with an average price of $2,163.

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

Today's rental pricing for One Bedroom Apartments in University Hills ranges from $1,500 to $3,819 with an average monthly rent of $2,317.

What does renting a Two Bedroom Apartment in University Hills cost?

The monthly rent prices of Two Bedroom Apartments currently available in University Hills range from $545 to $3,888. Today's average rental price for Two Bedrooms here is $2,791.

How expensive are University Hills Three Bedroom Apartments?

There are currently 24 Three Bedroom Apartments listings available in University Hills on ApartmentHomeLiving.com. The pricing ranges from $500 to $3,990 - averaging $3,330 for the location.

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Practical Tips for Renters: How to Identify a Great Rental and Avoid Red Flags

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