Cheap Apartments for Rent in Riverside, CA from $300 (31 Rentals)
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Riverside, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Riverside?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Cheap Riverside Studio Apartments | $1,718 | $1,000 | $4,134 |
Cheap Riverside 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,245 | $835 | $8,551 |
Cheap Riverside 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,679 | $660 | $10,000+ |
Cheap Riverside 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,537 | $465 | $10,000+ |
Cheap Riverside 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,010 | $960 | $3,395 |
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Riverside Overview
Located a mere 60 miles from the mecca that is Los Angeles and known affectionately as the Inland Empire, Riverside is a diverse and exciting California locale brimming with opportunity. Known as the birthplace of the citrus industry, this sunny hot spot is flush with a growing economy and an ever-expanding residential base.
Why live in Riverside, CA?
From world glass shopping at the Galleria Tyler Mall to a a short commute to the job market of Hollywood, Riverside apartments have much to offer. Pleasant weather combined with the scenic beauty of those oh-so-famous orange trees yield a truly one-of-a-kind California destination, making Riverside ideal for families, working young professionals and college students alike.
Riverside, CAPopulation: 330,063
Ranked #58
in US Census Population by City
Pet Friendly LifestyleRiverside, CA
Ranked #39
Among cities in California for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
2.5Pet Friendly
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Getting Around Riverside, CA
Walk Score®
54 / 100
Somewhat Walkable
Some errands can be accomplished on foot
Bike Score®
53 / 100
Bikeable
Some bike infrastructure
Transit Score®
29 / 100
Some Transit
A few nearby public transportation options
What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?
- Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
- Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
- Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Riverside Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Riverside?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Riverside is under $1,450.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Riverside?
The cheapest apartment in Riverside is Oasis Senior Villas which is listed at $915, while the average apartment in Riverside costs $3,140.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Riverside?
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 2,328 regular apartments in Riverside 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 Riverside?
Cheap apartments in Riverside have an average cost of $620 which is $2,520 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Riverside.
Expert Rental Resources
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