
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the University Heights Neighborhood of San Bernardino, CA from $800 (33 Rentals)
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4120 Mountain Dr

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Wishfield Apartment

4131 N E St

4185 N F St

4142-4146 3rd Ave

4221 Mountain Dr

4127 N E St
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1129 Hill Dr

4261 Cedar Dr

3952 N H St

1380 W 48th St

1064 W 48th St

4211 Mountain Dr

4073 N F St

Arrowhead Commons
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4181 N E St

5150 N 3rd Ave
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3525 Nolan St
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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in University Heights?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| University Heights 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,788 | $1,495 | $1,900 |
| University Heights 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,192 | $1,295 | $2,500 |
| University Heights 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,426 | $2,315 | $2,700 |
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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 Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lido At Shandin Hills | The Cambridge | 1BR,1BA | $1,495 |
| Hillside Village Apartments | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,650 |
| Kendall Park Apartments | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,675 |
| Acacia Park Apartments | 1 Bed 1 Bath Downstairs | 1BR,1BA | $1,717 |
| Castlepark | Key West Classic | 1BR,1BA | $1,805 |
| Cresthaven | Tahoe | 1BR,1BA | $1,840 |
| Broadview Apartments | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,940 |
| Ridgeline Apartments | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2,012 |
| Sixteen60 Apartment Homes | Shasta - 2x1 | 2BR,1BA | $2,095 |
| Kendall Drive Apartments | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,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 Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Glen | 5BR/5BA - D1 | 5BR,5BA | $0.41 |
| Broadview Apartments | 2 Bedroom 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $2.76 |
| Kendall Drive Apartments | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $2.59 |
| Sixteen60 Apartment Homes | Sierra - 2x2 | 2BR,2BA | $2.64 |
| Lido At Shandin Hills | The Harvard | 2BR,1BA | $2.38 |
| Ridgeline Apartments | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2.76 |
| Hillside Village Apartments | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $2.32 |
| Acacia Park Apartments | 1 Bed 1 Bath Downstairs | 1BR,1BA | $2.45 |
| Castlepark | Key West Contemporary | 1BR,1BA | $2.71 |
| Kendall Park Apartments | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $2.66 |
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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.
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