Cheap Apartments for Rent in the University Neighborhood of Riverside, CA from $600 (7 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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University, Riverside, CA Local Guide

Cheapest Available University Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the University area of Riverside, CA is a 2 Beds unit found at Highlander at North Campus Student Housing priced from $779. 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 apartments for rent in Riverside, CA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Highlander at North Campus Student Housing2x22BR,2BA$779
Emerald Pointe Apartments2 Bed 1.5 Bath2BR,1BA$1,495
Falcon Pointe Apartments1BR/1BA1BR,1BA$1,650

Best Value Apartments for Rent in University, CA

As of October 31, 2025 the best value apartment in the University 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 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 apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Highlander at North Campus Student Housing4x4 Premium4BR,4BA$0.62
Highlander ParkTwo Bedroom Two Bath2BR,2BA$2.05
Highland Parc SouthONE LEFT!!- 2025 SHARED MASTER BEDROOM! 2x22BR,2BA$0.68
University Village Towers2 Bed 2.5 Bath Townhome2BR,2.5BA$1.46
Emerald Pointe Apartments2 Bed 1.5 Bath2BR,1.5BA$1.59
The Met Apartments2 Bedroom / 1 Bath Upstairs2BR,1BA$2.11
Park View Apartments- Riverside, CA2bd/1ba - Premium2BR,1BA$2.22
Highland Parc NorthONE SPOT LEFT!! - SHARED MASTER BEDROOM 2x12BR,1BA$0.76
Annex on ChicagoFALL 2025 - LAST ONE BEDROOM LEFT!1BR,1BA$2.24
Anderson Park Apartments- Riverside, CA1bd/1ba - Premium1BR,1BA$2.19

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
University, 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 Neighborhood in Riverside, CA

Walk Score®

50 / 100

Somewhat Walkable

Some errands can be accomplished on foot

Bike Score®

60 / 100

Bikeable

Some bike infrastructure

Transit Score®

32 / 100

Some Transit

A few nearby public transportation options

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap University Apartments

What is a cheap apartment in University?

A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in University is under $1,700.

What is the price of a cheap apartment in University?

The cheapest apartment in University is Falcon Pointe Apartments which is listed at $1,650, while the average apartment in University costs $2,397.

What types of apartments are the cheapest in University?

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 13 regular apartments in University that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.

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