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Apartments for Rent in Riverside, CA under $500

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    Chicago Financial II

    2095 Chicago Avenue, Riverside, CA 92507
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    Fountains At Sierra

    4.5 (7)
    16946 Ceres Avenue, Fontana, CA 92335
    Apply online • Fitness center • Pool
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    The Plaza At Sierra

    5.0 (8)
    16999 Orange Way, Fontana, CA 92335
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    MERCADO

    832 South D Street, Perris, CA 92570
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    Citrus Grove

    3.5 (27)
    1432 N. Willow Ave., Rialto, CA 92376
    Dishwasher • Patio/Balcony • Air conditioner
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When were prices and availability in Riverside, CA last updated?

Prices and availability in Riverside, CA were last updated on 10 Oct 2026.

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In Riverside 43% of the housing is rented out compared to 57% of homes are owned, according to the most recent Census Bureau estimates. 16% of Riverside's apartments are found in large buildings of 50 units or more, 52% are located in smaller apartment complexes with less than 50 units, and 31% are single-family rentals.

Search for apartments in Riverside, CA under $500

There’s more than one way to spend $500 on rent in Riverside, CA, so the first step is to start thinking about what you really want from your new home. Be mindful of what makes you tick. Look for 2 bedroom apartments for rent for less than $500 if you want to share your living space and don’t mind being further away from the city center. Search for 3 bedroom apartments if you’re moving in with family or planning to share part of your life and living expenses with more friends. If city bustle is what you live for, you might want to search for a studio or 1 bedroom apartment closer to the city center.

The perfect $500 rental near you

Don’t dismiss the idea of a studio just because it sounds small and featureless: studios come in many shapes and sizes, and it only takes a few strikes of creativity to go from drab to lively. If an all-in-one-room apartment spells total lack of privacy for you, have a look at the 1 bedroom apartments for rent in Riverside, CA. Customize your search by using more RentCafe filters. Decide what amenities you can’t live without and focus your search on the apartments that offer them. Are you bringing in a pet? Narrow your options to pet-friendly apartments for rent. Want more windows so that natural light floods your home? Hardwood floors or plush carpet in the living area? There are 6 apartments for rent below $500 in Riverside, CA for every taste. Decide what you need, stay focused, and you’re bound to find your perfect apartment in no time.