Cheap 2 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in the University Hills Neighborhood of Riverside, CA from $545 (40 Rentals)

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Boulder Creek
$2,310 - $2,335
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$1,636 - $2,341

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Boulder Creek

2442 Iowa AveRiverside, CA 92507
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Colonnade
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$2,354 - $2,645
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$2,029 - $2,645

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Colonnade

5880 Fair Isle DrRiverside, CA 92507
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Linden Manor
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Linden Manor

1245 W Linden StRiverside, CA 92507
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University Court
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University Court

1415-1421 7th StRiverside, CA 92507
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Parkhill Apartments
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Parkhill Apartments

991 W Blaine StRiverside, CA 92507
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Chancellor Arms
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Chancellor Arms

1436 7th StRiverside, CA 92507
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Bunker Hill Apartments
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Bunker Hill Apartments

5475 Canyon Crest DrRiverside, CA 92507
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Casa Verde
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Casa Verde

955 Via ZapataRiverside, CA 92507
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Canyon Crest Hills
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Canyon Crest Hills

1005 Via ZapataRiverside, CA 92507
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Amber Crest Apartments
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Amber Crest Apartments

5310 Canyon Crest DrRiverside, CA 92507
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Dwell Apartment Homes
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Dwell Apartment Homes

160 W Big Springs RdRiverside, CA 92507
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Sorano Apartments
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$2,577 - $4,880
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Sorano Apartments

12406 Clark StMoreno Valley, CA 92557
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap University Hills Apartments

What is a cheap apartment in University Hills?

A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in University Hills is under $1,795.

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

The cheapest apartment in University Hills is Highlander at North Campus Student Housing which is listed at $799, while the average apartment in University Hills costs $3,012.

What types of apartments are the cheapest in University Hills?

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 51 regular apartments in University Hills 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 Hills?

Cheap apartments in University Hills have an average cost of $693 which is $2,319 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in University Hills.

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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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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.

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Maximizing Your Refund: Essential Tax Tips for Renters

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Other than tax professionals, I can’t think of anyone who looks forward to tax season. For everybody else, April is a stressful month to collect information and meet deadlines.