Cheap Apartments for Rent in the University Highlands Neighborhood of Riverside, CA from $400 (9 Rentals)

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1881 Loma Vista St
Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments

1881 Loma Vista St

1881 Loma Vista StRiverside, CA 92507
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Annex on Chicago
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Annex on Chicago

3603-3623 Chicago AveRiverside, CA 92507
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Las Palmas Apartments
1 Bedroom Apartments

Las Palmas Apartments

2052 W Linden StRiverside, CA 92507
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The Regent
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

The Regent

3553 Chicago AveRiverside, CA 92507
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Linden Manor
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Linden Manor

1245 W Linden StRiverside, CA 92507
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Towne Crest Apartments
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Towne Crest Apartments

750 Via PuebloRiverside, CA 92507
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University Highlands, Riverside, CA Local Guide

Cheapest Available University Highlands Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the University Highlands area of Riverside, CA is a 3 Beds unit found at University Riverside Gardens priced from $465. Highlander at North Campus Student Housing has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $789. Here are the most affordable University Highlands apartments for rent in Riverside, CA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
University Riverside GardensPRE LEASE FOR FALL 2025 - 1/2 OFF FIRST MONTH ...3BR,2BA$465
Highlander at North Campus Student Housing2x22BR,2BA$789
Annex on Chicago1 Bed 1 Bath for Lease ONLY $1800 - Available SOON1BR,1BA$928

Best Value Apartments for Rent in University Highlands, CA

As of April 17, 2025 the best value apartment in the University Highlands area is the $2.02 price per square foot 2bd/1ba - Deluxe (Large) Model at Park View Apartments- Riverside, CA in the in the University neighborhood starting from $2,125. The second greatest value University Highlands apartment is the 3 Bed 3 Bath Model at University Village Towers starting at $1,280 with a $1.29 price per square foot in the University neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for University Highlands apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Park View Apartments- Riverside, CA2bd/1ba - Deluxe (Large)2BR,1BA$2.02
University Village Towers3 Bed 3 Bath3BR,3BA$1.29
The Met Apartments2 Bedroom / 1 Bath2BR,1BA$2.09
1196 Fountain St, Unit C1196 Fountain St2BR,1BA$2.10
Highlander at North Campus Student Housing2x2 Premium2BR,2BA$1.39
Canyon Crest Village ApartmentsPlan C - Downstairs2BR,1BA$2.18
Anderson Park ApartmentsNorth2BR,1.5BA$2.24
Annex on Chicago1 Bed 1 Bath for Lease ONLY $1800 - Available SOON1BR,1BA$1.16
Concord Village1A1BR,1BA$2.39
Hidden Springs Apartments1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$2.43

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
University Highlands, Riverside, CA

Ranked #3

Among neighborhoods in Riverside, CA for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

4.0
Pet Friendly

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Getting Around the University Highlands Neighborhood in Riverside, CA

Walk Score®

23 / 100

Car-Dependent

Almost all errands require a car

Bike Score®

56 / 100

Bikeable

Some bike infrastructure

Transit Score®

26 / 100

Some Transit

A few nearby public transportation options

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap University Highlands Apartments

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

The cheapest apartment in University Highlands is Annex on Chicago which is listed at $928, while the average apartment in University Highlands costs $2,162.

What types of apartments are the cheapest in University Highlands?

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 20 regular apartments in University Highlands 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 University Highlands?

Cheap apartments in University Highlands have an average cost of $1,055 which is $1,107 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in University Highlands.

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