
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the University Hills Neighborhood of Riverside, CA from $500 (4 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in the University Hills area of Riverside.


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University Hills, Riverside, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in University Hills?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| University Hills Studio Apartments | $1,747 | $1,605 | $1,875 |
| University Hills 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,056 | $888 | $3,050 |
| University Hills 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,334 | $545 | $4,040 |
| University Hills 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,599 | $515 | $4,045 |
| University Hills 4 Bedroom Apartments | $935 | $649 | $1,225 |
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There are currently 4 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the University Hills Neighborhood of Riverside, CA.
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Best Value Apartments for Rent in University Hills, CA
As of January 22, 2026 the best value apartment in the University Hills 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 Hills apartment is the Two Bedroom Two Bath Model at Highlander Park starting at $2,110 with a $2.05 price per square foot in the University neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for University Hills apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Highlander at North Campus Student Housing | 4x4 Premium | 4BR,4BA | $0.62 |
| Highlander Park | Two Bedroom Two Bath | 2BR,2BA | $2.05 |
| Granada Pueblo Apartments | Remodeled | 2BR,2BA | $2.18 |
| Concord Village | 2B | 2BR,2BA | $2.31 |
| Canyon Crest | 1A | 1BR,1BA | $2.29 |
| The Met Apartments | 2 Bedroom / 1 Bath Upstairs | 2BR,1BA | $2.08 |
| WINDWOOD | Plan A | 2BR,2BA | $2.14 |
| Canyon Crest Village Apartments | Plan C - Downstairs | 2BR,1BA | $2.41 |
| Sycamore Canyons | 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.25 |
| Highland Parc North - Near UCR | AVAILABLE NOW! 2x1 | 2BR,1BA | $0.75 |
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap University Hills Apartments
What is the price of a cheap apartment in University Hills?
The cheapest apartment in University Hills is Falcon Pointe Apartments which is listed at $1,600, while the average apartment in University Hills costs $2,867.
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 40 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 $637 which is $2,230 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in University Hills.
Expert Rental Resources
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