Cheap Apartments for Rent in the University Hills Neighborhood of Riverside, CA from $600 (5 Rentals)

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Linden Manor
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Linden Manor

1245 W Linden StRiverside, CA 92507
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Canyon Oak Apartments
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Canyon Oak Apartments

5505 Canyon Crest DrRiverside, 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 Court
2 Bedroom Apartments

University Court

1415-1421 7th StRiverside, CA 92507
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University Hills, Riverside, CA Local Guide

Cheapest Available University Hills Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the University Hills area of Riverside, CA is a 2 Beds unit found at Highlander at North Campus Student Housing priced from $789. Berkdale Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,695. Here are the most affordable University Hills apartments for rent in Riverside, CA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Highlander at North Campus Student Housing2x22BR,2BA$789
Berkdale ApartmentsJunior 1 Bedroom 1 Bath1BR,1BA$1,695
Falcon Pointe Apartments1BR/1BA1BR,1BA$1,700

Best Value Apartments for Rent in University Hills, CA

As of May 12, 2025 the best value apartment in the University Hills area is the $2.13 price per square foot Two Bedroom Two Bath Model at Highlander Park in the in the University neighborhood starting from $2,197. The second greatest value University Hills apartment is the 2x2 Model at Tuscany Hills Apartment Homes starting at $2,250 with a $2.24 price per square foot in the Canyon Crest neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for University Hills apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Highlander ParkTwo Bedroom Two Bath2BR,2BA$2.13
Tuscany Hills Apartment Homes2x22BR,2BA$2.24
3009 Elgin Dr, Unit D3009 Elgin Dr2BR,1.5BA$2.00
University Village Towers3 Bed 3 Bath3BR,3BA$1.29
The Met Apartments2 Bedroom / 1 Bath Downstairs2BR,1BA$2.15
Highlander at North Campus Student Housing2x2 Premium2BR,2BA$1.39
University Riverside GardensGUEST BEDROOM IN 2X1 FOR LEASE IMMEDIATE MOVE I...2BR,1BA$1.16
Sycamore Canyons1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom1BR,1BA$2.38
Concord Village1A1BR,1BA$2.39
21555 Calle Monaco, Unit 121555 Calle MonacoStudio ,1BA$2.07

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
University Hills, Riverside, CA

Ranked #1

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 Hills Neighborhood in Riverside, CA

Walk Score®

54 / 100

Somewhat Walkable

Some errands can be accomplished on foot

Bike Score®

54 / 100

Bikeable

Some bike infrastructure

Transit Score®

22 / 100

Minimal Transit

It may be possible to get on a bus

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap University Hills Apartments

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

The cheapest apartment in University Hills is Berkdale Apartments which is listed at $1,695, while the average apartment in University Hills costs $2,972.

What types of apartments are the cheapest in University Hills?

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 18 regular apartments in University Hills 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 Hills?

Cheap apartments in University Hills have an average cost of $960 which is $2,012 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in University Hills.

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