Cheap Apartments for Rent in the West University Neighborhood of Reno, NV from $500 (12 Rentals)

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The Westlyn
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

The Westlyn

118 West StReno, NV 89501
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400UT
1 Bedroom Apartments

400UT

400 University TerReno, NV 89503
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The Onyx at 695
Studio Apartments

The Onyx at 695

695 W 3rd StReno, NV 89503
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Renova Flats
Studio Apartments

Renova Flats

525 W 4th StReno, NV 89503
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West University, Reno, NV Local Guide

Cheapest Available West University Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the West University area of Reno, NV is a 1 Bed unit found at 400UT priced from $695. Fifteen51 has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 4 Beds apartment currently listed from $700. Here are the most affordable West University apartments for rent in Reno, NV:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
400UT1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$695
Fifteen514x3 BTS4BR,3BA$700
Park Place at Reno4x44BR,4BA$819
Sarrazin Arms Apartments0x1Studio,1BA$850
The Point West UniversityStudioStudio,1BA$899

Best Value Apartments for Rent in West University, NV

As of April 29, 2025 the best value apartment in the West University area is the $2.05 price per square foot Palermo Model at Montebello at Summit Ridge in the in the West University neighborhood starting from $2,723. The second greatest value West University apartment is the 3/2 Model at Apex at Sky Valley starting at $2,312 with a $2.04 price per square foot in the West University neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for West University apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Montebello at Summit RidgePalermo3BR,2BA$2.05
Apex at Sky Valley3/23BR,2BA$2.04
The Peak at Sky Mountain3BD, 2BTH3BR,2BA$1.81
Fifteen513x2 APS3BR,2BA$0.90
The View Luxury ApartmentsBristol1BR,1BA$1.75
Mod at Riverwalk II1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom - A1BR,1BA$2.31
3rd Street FlatsJunior 1x11BR,1BA$2.62
Nevada Hills Apartments1 Bed, 1 bath1BR,1BA$2.00
LOFT 2051x1 Met AStudio ,1BA$2.50
Sarrazin Arms Apartments0x1Studio ,1BA$2.43

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Lifestyle Ratings

ApartmentHomeLiving brings you our detailed rental analysis called 'Lifestyle Ratings' - a comparison of neighborhoods, cities, and rental properties across Nevada including West University, Reno, and the greater Reno area. LifeStyle Ratings are a useful tool for comparing and sorting apartments and neighborhoods when choosing your rental home. This takes in many factors including searching for the best amenities, and the best proximity to parks and outdoor amenities, pet-friendly features, family-friendly amenities, proximity to transit, and much more. Use Lifestyle Search in the site filter options on this page - and find your Perfect place!

Getting Around the West University Neighborhood in Reno, NV

Walk Score®

58 / 100

Somewhat Walkable

Some errands can be accomplished on foot

Bike Score®

59 / 100

Bikeable

Some bike infrastructure

Transit Score®

39 / 100

Some Transit

A few nearby public transportation options

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap West University Apartments

What is a cheap apartment in West University?

A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in West University is under $1,519.

What is the price of a cheap apartment in West University?

The cheapest apartment in West University is 400UT which is listed at $695, while the average apartment in West University costs $1,819.

What types of apartments are the cheapest in West 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 131 regular apartments in West University that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.

How do the prices of cheap apartments compare to the average apartment in West University?

Cheap apartments in West University have an average cost of $675 which is $1,144 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in West University.

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