Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Downtown Riverside Neighborhood of Riverside, CA from $600 (9 Rentals)
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Downtown Riverside, Riverside, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Downtown Riverside?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Downtown Riverside Studio Apartments | $1,924 | $1,000 | $2,179 |
Downtown Riverside 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,573 | $915 | $8,713 |
Downtown Riverside 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,899 | $883 | $6,157 |
Downtown Riverside 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,632 | $2,700 | $4,088 |
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There are currently 9 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Downtown Riverside Neighborhood of Riverside, CA.
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Cheapest Available Downtown Riverside Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Downtown Riverside area of Riverside, CA is a 2 Beds unit found at Oasis Senior Villas priced from $883. Senior Apartments 62+ Catalina Gardens has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,450. Here are the most affordable Downtown Riverside apartments for rent in Riverside, CA:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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Oasis Senior Villas | 2x1-50% | 2BR,1BA | $883 |
Senior Apartments 62+ Catalina Gardens | The Capri | 1BR,1BA | $1,450 |
Garden Springs 55+ Senior Apartments | 1A | 1BR,1BA | $1,585 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Downtown Riverside, CA
As of March 01, 2025 the best value apartment in the Downtown Riverside area is the $2.39 price per square foot 2 Bedroom - 2.5 Bath Plan C Model at Canyon Crest Views Apartments in the in the University neighborhood starting from $2,801. The second greatest value Downtown Riverside apartment is the Plan C - Downstairs Model at Canyon Crest Village Apartments starting at $1,850 with a $2.18 price per square foot in the Wood Streets neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Downtown Riverside apartments based on price per square foot:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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Canyon Crest Views Apartments | 2 Bedroom - 2.5 Bath Plan C | 2BR,2.5BA | $2.39 |
Canyon Crest Village Apartments | Plan C - Downstairs | 2BR,1BA | $2.18 |
The Woods Senior Living | 2BR/1.0BA | 2BR,1BA | $2.65 |
Bahama Palms | 1 BED 1 BATH APARTMENT | 1BR,1BA | $2.31 |
Raincross Promenade | A1 | 1BR,2BA | $2.77 |
Pine Village | 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.77 |
Garden Springs 55+ Senior Apartments | 1A | 1BR,1BA | $2.38 |
Spruce Village | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $2.72 |
Senior Apartments 62+ Catalina Gardens | The Capri | 1BR,1BA | $2.24 |
Oasis Senior Villas | 1x1-60% | 1BR,1BA | $1.74 |
Getting Around the Downtown Riverside Neighborhood in Riverside, CA
Walk Score®
83 / 100
Very Walkable
Most errands can be accomplished on foot
Bike Score®
66 / 100
Bikeable
Some bike infrastructure
Transit Score®
44 / 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 Downtown Riverside Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Downtown Riverside?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Downtown Riverside is at Imperial Hardware Lofts listed at $2,131.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Downtown Riverside Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Downtown Riverside Apartment is $915 at Oasis Senior Villas.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Downtown Riverside Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Downtown Riverside is starting from $883 at Oasis Senior Villas.
What is the most affordable Downtown Riverside Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Downtown Riverside Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Highlander Pointe Apartments and starts from $2,700.
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