Cheap Apartments for Rent in the University Heights Neighborhood of San Bernardino, CA from $800 (33 Rentals)

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4120 Mountain Dr
Studio Apartments

4120 Mountain Dr

4120 Mountain DrSan Bernardino, CA 92407
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4131 N E St
2 Bedroom Apartments

4131 N E St

4131 N E StSan Bernardino, CA 92407
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4185 N F St
1 Bedroom Apartments

4185 N F St

4185 N F StSan Bernardino, CA 92407
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4142-4146 3rd Ave
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

4142-4146 3rd Ave

4142-4146 3rd AveSan Bernardino, CA 92407
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4221 Mountain Dr
2 Bedroom Apartments

4221 Mountain Dr

4221 Mountain DrSan Bernardino, CA 92407
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4127 N E St
2 Bedroom Apartments

4127 N E St

4127 N E StSan Bernardino, CA 92407

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1129 Hill Dr
2 Bedroom Apartments

1129 Hill Dr

1129 Hill DrSan Bernardino, CA 92407
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4261 Cedar Dr
2 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

4261 Cedar Dr

4261 Cedar DrSan Bernardino, CA 92407
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3952 N H St
1 Bedroom Apartments

3952 N H St

3952 N H StSan Bernardino, CA 92407
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1380 W 48th St
Studio Apartments

1380 W 48th St

1380 W 48th StSan Bernardino, CA 92407
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1064 W 48th St
2 Bedroom Apartments

1064 W 48th St

1064 W 48th StSan Bernardino, CA 92407
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4211 Mountain Dr
2 Bedroom Apartments

4211 Mountain Dr

4211 Mountain DrSan Bernardino, CA 92407
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4073 N F St
Studio Apartments

4073 N F St

4073 N F StSan Bernardino, CA 92407
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Arrowhead Commons
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Arrowhead Commons

3943 N H StSan Bernardino, CA 92407
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Mountain Gate Apartments
2 Bedroom Apartments

Mountain Gate Apartments

4575 N Little Mountain DrSan Bernardino, CA 92407
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Broadview Apartments
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Broadview Apartments

1930 W College AveSan Bernardino, CA 92407
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Ridgeline Apartments
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Ridgeline Apartments

1925 W College AveSan Bernardino, CA 92407
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Sunrise Apartments
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Sunrise Apartments

1505 Northpark BlvdSan Bernardino, CA 92407
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4181 N E St
Studio Apartments

4181 N E St

4181 N E StSan Bernardino, CA 92407
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5150 N 3rd Ave
3 Bedroom Apartments

5150 N 3rd Ave

5150 N 3rd AveSan Bernardino, CA 92407

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3525 Nolan St
2 Bedroom Apartments

3525 Nolan St

3525 Nolan StMuscoy, CA 92407

University Heights, San Bernardino, CA Local Guide

Cheapest Available University Heights Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the University Heights area of Riverside, CA is a 1 Bed unit found at Lido At Shandin Hills priced from $1,495. Hillside Village Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,650. Here are the most affordable University Heights apartments for rent in Riverside, CA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Lido At Shandin HillsThe Cambridge1BR,1BA$1,495
Hillside Village Apartments1x11BR,1BA$1,650
Kendall Park Apartments1x11BR,1BA$1,675
Acacia Park Apartments1 Bed 1 Bath Downstairs1BR,1BA$1,717
CastleparkKey West Classic1BR,1BA$1,805
CresthavenTahoe1BR,1BA$1,840
Broadview Apartments1 Bedroom 1 Bath1BR,1BA$1,940
Ridgeline Apartments1 Bedroom 1 Bath1BR,1BA$2,012
Sixteen60 Apartment HomesShasta - 2x12BR,1BA$2,095
Kendall Drive Apartments2 Bedroom2BR,2BA$2,200

Best Value Apartments for Rent in University Heights, CA

As of April 27, 2026 the best value apartment in the University Heights area is the $0.41 price per square foot 5BR/5BA - D1 Model at The Glen in the in the Ward 5 neighborhood starting from $1,134. The second greatest value University Heights apartment is the 2 Bedroom 1 Bath Model at Broadview Apartments starting at $2,415 with a $2.76 price per square foot in the Ward 5 neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for University Heights apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
The Glen5BR/5BA - D15BR,5BA$0.41
Broadview Apartments2 Bedroom 1 Bath2BR,1BA$2.76
Kendall Drive Apartments2 Bedroom2BR,2BA$2.59
Sixteen60 Apartment HomesSierra - 2x22BR,2BA$2.64
Lido At Shandin HillsThe Harvard2BR,1BA$2.38
Ridgeline Apartments1 Bedroom 1 Bath1BR,1BA$2.76
Hillside Village Apartments1x11BR,1BA$2.32
Acacia Park Apartments1 Bed 1 Bath Downstairs1BR,1BA$2.45
CastleparkKey West Contemporary1BR,1BA$2.71
Kendall Park Apartments1x11BR,1BA$2.66

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
University Heights, San Bernardino, CA

Ranked #13

Among cities in California for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

3.0
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Lifestyle Ratings

ApartmentHomeLiving brings you Lifestyle Ratings of rentals and neighborhoods across the USA, including San Bernardino. Our Lifestyle Ratings help you zero-in on the perfect place to call home. This takes in many factors including rankings of the best places for the best proximity to parks and outdoor amenities, luxury amenities, multifamily communities for the kids, raising pets, transit options, in addition to floorplans, availablity, and pricing. These search options are in the site filters at the top of this page.

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap University Heights Apartments

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom University Heights Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom University Heights Apartment is $1,495 at Lido At Shandin Hills.

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom University Heights Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in University Heights is starting from $1,850 at Lido At Shandin Hills.

Expert Rental Resources

The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

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