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4360 Watkins Dr

RiversideCA92507

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Cheapest Available University Hills Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the University Hills area of Riverside, CA is a 1 Bed unit found at University Court priced from $1,695. Falcon Pointe Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,750. Here are the most affordable University Hills apartments for rent in Riverside, CA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
University Court1 bed 1 bath1BR,1BA$1,695
Falcon Pointe Apartments1BR/1BA1BR,1BA$1,750
University Village Apartments1 Bed / 1 Bath - Upstairs1BR,1BA$1,750

Best Value Apartments for Rent in University Hills, CA

As of September 13, 2026 the best value apartment in the University Hills area is the $0.48 price per square foot 4x4 Standard Model at Highlander at North Campus Student Housing in the in the University neighborhood starting from $739. The second greatest value University Hills apartment is the 3A Model at Canyon Crest starting at $3,413 with a $2.24 price per square foot in the Canyon Crest neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for University Hills apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Highlander at North Campus Student Housing4x4 Standard4BR,4BA$0.48
Canyon Crest3A3BR,2BA$2.24
Stone Canyon ApartmentsTravertine2BR,2BA$2.26
Sycamore Canyons2 Bedrooms 2 Bathrooms2BR,2BA$2.19
Highlander Park ApartmentsTwo Bedroom Two Bath2BR,2BA$2.05
Granada Pueblo ApartmentsRemodeled2BR,2BA$2.18
The Met Apartments2 Bedroom / 1 Bath Upstairs2BR,1BA$2.08
Concord Square ApartmentsTwo Bedroom2BR,2BA$2.39
Canyon Crest Village ApartmentsPlan C - Downstairs2BR,1BA$2.41
Concord Village1A1BR,1BA$2.39

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Frequently Asked Questions about University Hills

What type of rentals are currently available in University Hills?

There are currently 110 Apartments for Rent in University Hills, CA with pricing that ranges from $500 to $3,888. There are also 19 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in University Hills ranging from $850 to $5,800.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in University Hills?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in University Hills ranges from $850 to $5,800 with an average monthly rent of $3,175.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in University Hills?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in University Hills range from $500 to $3,839, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $2,750 to $3,999. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $3,100 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $739.

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