Cheap Homes for Rent in Riverside County, CA from $600 (127 Rentals)

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65668 Flora Ave

Desert Hot SpringsCA92240
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13336 Ave Hermosa

Desert Hot SpringsCA92240

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Palm SpringsCA92264
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Desert Hot SpringsCA92240

Cheapest Available Riverside County Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Riverside County, CA is a 2 Beds unit found at Highlander at North Campus Student Housing in the University neighborhood priced from $789. Oasis Senior Villas in the Canyon Crest neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $883. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Riverside County apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Highlander at North Campus Student Housing2x22BR,2BA$789
Oasis Senior Villas2x1-50%2BR,1BA$883
Mountain View CottagesStudioStudio,1BA$945
Perris Isle Senior ApartmentsOne Bedroom, One Bathroom1BR,1BA$965
River Rock0 Bedroom 1 BathStudio,1BA$1,095
Zen Diamond Apartments1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom1BR,1BA$1,145
Garden Estate ApartmentsstudioStudio,1BA$1,150
Park ColumbiaStudioStudio,1BA$1,171
Casa Encinas At River Heights2+22BR,2BA$1,195

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Riverside County, CA

As of May 22, 2025 the best value apartment in the Riverside County area is the $1.75 price per square foot 2 Bedroom Townhome - Short Waiting list Model at Lighthouse Townhomes with Attached Garage in the in the Outer SW Riverside County Temecula neighborhood starting from $2,450. The second greatest value Riverside County apartment is the Plan B Model at Andorra Apartments starting at $1,795 with a $1.57 price per square foot in the La Paloma neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Riverside County apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Lighthouse Townhomes with Attached Garage2 Bedroom Townhome - Short Waiting list2BR,2.5BA$1.75
Andorra ApartmentsPlan B2BR,2BA$1.57
33478 Navajo Trl, Unit 233478 Navajo Trl2BR,1BA$1.73
University Village Towers3 Bed 3 Bath3BR,3BA$1.29
Casa Encinas At River Heights2+22BR,2BA$1.26
Emerald Pointe Apartments2 Bed 1.5 Bath2BR,1.5BA$1.59
Highlander at North Campus Student Housing2x2 Premium2BR,2BA$1.39
University Riverside GardensGUEST BEDROOM IN 2X1 FOR LEASE IMMEDIATE MOVE I...2BR,1BA$1.16
514 N Lovekin Blvd, Unit Duplex514 N Lovekin Blvd1BR,1BA$1.25
Oasis Senior Villas1x1-60%1BR,1BA$1.74

Frequently Asked Questions about Riverside County

What type of rentals are currently available in Riverside County?

There are currently 3531 Apartments for Rent in Riverside County, CA with pricing that ranges from $615 to $9,205. There are also 2150 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Riverside County ranging from $625 to $95,000.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Riverside County?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Riverside County ranges from $625 to $95,000 with an average monthly rent of $10,145.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Riverside County?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Riverside County range from $615 to $9,205, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,000 to $45,000. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $1,099 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $871.

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