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Apartments for Rent in Riverside, CA

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  • Veranda Riverside

    $2,189
    6195 Pegasus Drive, Riverside, CA 92503
    (951) 467-4795
    Rent Savings

    8 units available
    2 bed
    Amenities

    In unit laundry, Patio / balcony, Pet friendly, Parking, Recently renovated, Stainless steel + more

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  • The Hawthorne

    $2,268
    9170 Indiana Avenue, Riverside, CA 92503
    (954) 800-2758

    13 units available
    1 bed • 2 bed
    Amenities

    In unit laundry, Patio / balcony, Hardwood floors, Pet friendly, Garage, Stainless steel + more

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  • North Grove

    $2,199
    3461 W La Cadena Drive, Riverside, CA 92501
    (951) 374-1600
    Rent Savings

    150 units available
    1 bed • 2 bed • 3 bed
    Amenities

    In unit laundry, Nest technology, Patio / balcony, Dishwasher, Pet friendly, Stainless steel + more

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  • The Aspens Riverside

    $2,055
    7955 Magnolia Ave, Riverside, CA 92504
    (951) 494-6404
    Rent Savings

    18 units available
    1 bed • 2 bed
    Amenities

    24hr laundry, Patio / balcony, Hardwood floors, Dishwasher, Cats allowed, 24hr maintenance + more

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  • Paseos At Magnolia Luxury Apartment Homes

    $2,389
    11520 Magnolia Avenue, Riverside, CA 92505
    (224) 408-3053

    7 units available
    1 bed • 2 bed
    Amenities

    In unit laundry, Patio / balcony, Granite counters, Hardwood floors, Dishwasher, Pet friendly + more

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  • 5.0

    Dwell Apartment Homes

    $2,045
    160 West Big Springs Road, Riverside, CA 92507
    (951) 355-2685

    Top rated for Location
    3 units available
    2 bed
    Amenities

    On-site laundry, Patio / balcony, Dishwasher, Pet friendly, Parking, 24hr gym + more

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  • Core at Sycamore Highlands

    $2,129
    5946 Sycamore Canyon Blvd, Riverside, CA 92507
    (747) 318-5197
    Rent Savings

    21 units available
    1 bed • 2 bed • 3 bed
    Amenities

    In unit laundry, Nest technology, Patio / balcony, Hardwood floors, Dishwasher, Pet friendly + more

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  • Berkdale Apartments

    $1,750
    1234 West Blaine Street, Riverside, CA 92507
    (951) 703-6603
    Rent Savings

    18 units available
    1 bed • 2 bed
    Amenities

    On-site laundry, Patio / balcony, Hardwood floors, Dishwasher, Pet friendly, Garage + more

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  • Stone Canyon

    $2,340
    5100 Quail Run Road, Riverside, CA 92507
    (909) 326-2143

    5 units available
    1 bed • 2 bed
    Amenities

    In unit laundry, Patio / balcony, Granite counters, Hardwood floors, Dishwasher, Pet friendly + more

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  • Citron

    $2,169
    3661 Merrill Avenue, Riverside, CA 92506
    (951) 468-9775

    7 units available
    1 bed • 2 bed
    Amenities

    In unit laundry, Patio / balcony, Hardwood floors, Dishwasher, Pet friendly, Garage + more

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  • 5.0

    Laurel Heights

    $1,609
    8655 Arlington Avenue, Riverside, CA 92503
    (424) 903-1843
    Rent Savings

    Top rated for Location
    I love it here no one bothers it’s quiet and the apartment is nice
    9 units available
    Studio • 1 bed • 2 bed
    Amenities

    In unit laundry, Patio / balcony, Granite counters, Dishwasher, Pet friendly, Parking + more

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  • Lincoln Village

    $2,167
    3000 Van Buren Boulevard, Riverside, CA 92503
    (951) 400-4504
    Rent Savings

    12 units available
    1 bed • 2 bed • 3 bed
    Amenities

    In unit laundry, Patio / balcony, Hardwood floors, Dishwasher, Pet friendly, 24hr maintenance + more

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  • 5.0

    Metro Gateway

    $1,955
    3411 Grande Vista Pkwy, Riverside, CA 92503
    (909) 575-0379

    Top rated for Location
    Well sometimes when it comes to parking people park in spots they should not be in. Next sometimes when we come out of our home to the car trash or dog mess is there and we don't have a dog. And then the neighbor up stairs is always making noise. Other then that we love being here it so private, the homes are beautiful. So that is why I gave these answers.
    8 units available
    Studio • 1 bed • 2 bed
    Amenities

    In unit laundry, Patio / balcony, Hardwood floors, Dishwasher, Pet friendly, New construction + more

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  • Golden Oaks

    $1,749
    7756 California Ave, Riverside, CA 92504
    (339) 329-9542

    2 units available
    1 bed • 2 bed
    Amenities

    On-site laundry, Pet friendly, Cable included, Pool, Air conditioning, Ceiling fan + more

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  • Sierra Gardens

    $1,779
    3915 La Sierra Ave, Riverside, CA 92505
    (509) 631-8335

    4 units available
    1 bed • 2 bed
    Amenities

    On-site laundry, Patio / balcony, Dishwasher, 24hr maintenance, Parking, Pool + more

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  • Main+Nine

    $2,450
    3870 Main Street, Riverside, CA 92501
    (205) 539-6550

    3 units available
    1 bed • 2 bed
    Amenities

    In unit laundry, Patio / balcony, Hardwood floors, Pet friendly, Garage, Recently renovated + more

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Average rent in Riverside, California

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The average rent for a 1 bedroom apartment in Riverside is $2,137, while the average rent for a 2 bedroom apartment is $2,744. Rent rates updated ago
Studio
$1,750Trending down
1 Bed
$2,137Trending down
2 Beds
$2,744Trending down
3+ Beds
$3,256Trending down
* Averages are based on the rental prices of properties listed on Apartment List

Top neighborhoods in Riverside

Canyon Crest
Canyon Crest
What it’s like to live in Canyon Crest
Hillside living offers panoramic views from Mount Rubidoux's trails. Renters enjoy mid-century modern homes but face wildfire evacuation drills each October. Limited dining beyond chain bistros.
Great for
Families
Retirees
Professionals
Young Renters
Commuters
Neighborhood vibe
Mixed-Use
Peaceful
Mixed-Use & Commercial
La Sierra
La Sierra
What it’s like to live in La Sierra
Student renters appreciate La Sierra's proximity to multiple colleges, where purpose-built apartments feature study rooms with printing services and group project spaces with presentation technology. The neighborhood's diverse shopping includes international markets reflecting the student population from around the world. Free shuttle service connects to campus locations, eliminating parking permit costs and commute stress. Though summer temperatures regularly exceed 95°F, most rental buildings include central air conditioning—a particular advantage over older campus-adjacent housing relying on window units or swamp coolers with limited effectiveness during humidity spikes.
Great for
Families
Retirees
Professionals
Young Renters
Commuters
Neighborhood vibe
Mixed-Use
Peaceful
Mixed-Use & Commercial
University
University
What it’s like to live in University
Academic energy shapes University neighborhood, where affordable housing options surrounding UC Riverside attract students, faculty and staff seeking walking-distance campus access. The district's international markets and restaurants reflect the diverse university population, creating global experiences beyond typical college-town fare. The nearby UCR Botanic Gardens provide peaceful escapes from academic pressures, while the developing commercial district along University Avenue continues adding amenities serving campus-adjacent residents. Though some properties show deferred maintenance reflecting rental market fluctuations, the neighborhood's affordability compared to newer developments creates compelling value for budget-conscious academic households. The primary consideration remains parking competition during class hours, particularly nearest campus buildings, though many properties include off-street options addressing this concern for residents with vehicles.
Great for
College Students
Grad Students
Academics
Young Renters
Remote Workers
Neighborhood vibe
Mixed-Use
Peaceful
Mixed-Use & Commercial

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Find an apartment for rent in Riverside, CA

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The average rent in Riverside is $1,750 for a studio, $2,137 for a one-bedroom apartment, and $2,744 for a two-bedroom apartment. If you are looking for a deal, keep an eye out for a red pulsing icon that indicates rent specials.

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Riverside Rent Report: October 2025

Welcome to the Apartment List October 2025 Rent Report for Riverside, CA. Currently, the overall median rent in the city stands at $1,806, roughly the same as last month. Prices and are now up 0.4% year-over-year. Read on to learn more about what’s been happening in the Riverside rental market and how it compares to trends throughout the broader Riverside metro area and the nation as a whole.

Riverside Renter Confidence Survey

National study of renter’s satisfaction with their cities and states
Here’s how Riverside ranks on:
D
Overall satisfaction
C+
Safety and crime rate
B
Jobs and career opportunities
B-
Recreational activities
C+
Affordability
C
Quality of schools
B
Social Life
B-
Weather
C
State and local taxes
B-
Public transit
D
Pet-friendliness

Overview of Findings

Apartment List has released Riverside’s results from the third annual Apartment List Renter Satisfaction Survey. This survey, which drew on responses from over 45,000 renters, provides insight on what states and cities must do to meet the needs of 111 million American renters nationwide.

"Riverside renters expressed general dissatisfaction with the city overall," according to Apartment List. "Interestingly, ratings for Riverside vary widely across categories such as jobs and career opportunities and commute time."

Key findings in Riverside include the following:

  • Riverside renters gave their city a D overall.
  • The highest-rated categories for Riverside were social life and jobs and career opportunities, which both received a B.
  • The areas of concern to Riverside renters are commute time (F) and pet-friendliness (D).
  • Riverside did relatively poorly compared to other cities in California, including San Diego (A-), San Francisco (B+) and Los Angeles (C+).
  • Riverside did relatively poorly compared to similar cities nationwide, including Austin, TX (A-), Seattle, WA (B+) and Denver, CO (B+).
  • The top rated cities nationwide for renter satisfaction include Scottsdale, AZ, Irvine, CA, Boulder, CO and Ann Arbor, MI. The lowest rated cities include Tallahassee, FL, Stockton, CA, Dayton, OH, Detroit, MI and Newark, NJ.

Renters say:

  • "I’m 30-45 minutes from the beach, Disneyland and the mountains. It’s very accessible to local shops, restaurants and fitness activities." – Ashley F.
  • "I like the scenery and the available access to shopping malls, grocery stores and activities for the weekend." – Cristin M.
  • "Not a lot of higher paying jobs so you have to commute to major cities." – Dana H.
  • "Love that there is always something to do, but I hate that the city is a bit isolated" – Margaret S.

For more information on the survey methodology and findings or to speak to one of our researchers, please contact our team at rentonomics@apartmentlist.com.

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Living in Riverside, CA

If you want to escape the superficial-reality-show lifestyle of Orange County, but don’t want to live in the gritty, post-apocalyptic urban landscape that is LA, then Riverside is the perfect middle ground. The people are real, the vibe is laid back, and the surrounding mountain views look great from just about any apartment.

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Sources:
  • School data: GreatSchools
  • Crime data: CrimeIndex (U.S.) provided by Precisely used data sourced from Precisely, the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI), and various law enforcement agencies. These organizations do not accept responsibility for the accuracy or completeness of the data used in this product.