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Cheapest Available University Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the University area of Riverside, CA is a 2 Beds unit found at Highlander at North Campus Student Housing priced from $789. Park Hill Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,525. Here are the most affordable University apartments for rent in Riverside, CA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Highlander at North Campus Student Housing2x22BR,2BA$789
Park Hill ApartmentsOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,525
Falcon Pointe Apartments1BR/1BA1BR,1BA$1,700

Best Value Apartments for Rent in University, CA

As of April 27, 2025 the best value apartment in the University area is the $2.39 price per square foot C1 Model at Trails at Canyon Crest in the in the University neighborhood starting from $2,959. The second greatest value University apartment is the Terrazzo Model at Stone Canyon Apartments starting at $2,671 with a $2.38 price per square foot in the University neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for University apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Trails at Canyon CrestC13BR,2BA$2.39
Stone Canyon ApartmentsTerrazzo2BR,2BA$2.38
University Village Towers3 Bed 3 Bath3BR,3BA$1.29
Park View Apartments- Riverside, CA2bd/1ba - Deluxe2BR,1BA$2.25
Highlander at North Campus Student Housing2x2 Premium2BR,2BA$1.39
Canyon Crest Village ApartmentsPlan C - Downstairs2BR,1BA$2.18
Sycamore Canyons1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom1BR,1BA$2.39
Annex on Chicago1 Bed 1 Bath for Lease ONLY $1800 - Available N...1BR,1BA$2.25
Concord Village1A1BR,1BA$2.39
Concord Square ApartmentsOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$2.47

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Frequently Asked Questions about University

What type of rentals are currently available in University?

There are currently 198 Apartments for Rent in University, CA with pricing that ranges from $615 to $4,854. There are also 15 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in University ranging from $1,550 to $5,700.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in University?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in University ranges from $1,550 to $5,700 with an average monthly rent of $3,649.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in University?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in University range from $615 to $4,854, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $2,400 to $2,800. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $3,000 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $960.

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Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

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