100 Best Apartments in Riverside, CA (with reviews)

Q: What are the best apartments in Riverside, CA?

The best apartments in Riverside, CA are: Canyon Crest , The Hills at Quail Run Apartment Homes , Riverwalk Landing Apartment Homes , Metro Gateway Apartment Homes and WINDWOOD .

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Average rent in Riverside, CA

$2,167/mo Riverside, CA average rental price, July 2022

The average monthly rent of apartments in Riverside, CA is $2,167.

Riverside, CA apartment rent ranges

About 27% of apartment rents in Riverside, CA range between $1,501-$2,000. Meanwhile, apartments priced over > $2,000 represent 58% of apartments. Around 13% of Riverside’s apartments are in the $1,001-$1,500 price range. 1% of apartments are priced between $701-$1,000.

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Compared to the national average rent of $1,706, the average rent in Riverside, CA is $2,167.

Getting around in Riverside, CA

9 /100

Car-Dependent

13 /100

Minimal Transit

17 /100

Somewhat Bikeable

Walk Score®: 9, Transit Score®: 13, Bike Score®: 17

Frequently asked questions

When were prices and availability in Riverside, CA last updated?

Prices and availability in Riverside, CA were last updated on 7 Dec 2022.

What are the best apartments in Riverside, CA?

The best apartments in Riverside, CA are: Canyon Crest, The Hills at Quail Run Apartment Homes, Riverwalk Landing Apartment Homes, Metro Gateway Apartment Homes and WINDWOOD.

What is the average rent in Riverside, CA?

The average rent in Riverside, CA is $2,167. Start your search for apartments in Riverside, CA now.

What is the price range for a studio apartment in Riverside, CA?

The price range for a studio apartment in Riverside, CA is between $1,565 and $2,970. View all studio apartments in Riverside, CA.

What is the price range for a 1-bedroom apartment in Riverside, CA?

The price range for a 1-bedroom apartment in Riverside, CA is between $1,170 and $4,210. Browse all available 1-bedroom apartments in Riverside, CA now.

What is the price range for a 2-bedroom apartment in Riverside, CA?

The price range for a 2-bedroom apartment in Riverside, CA is between $1,210 and $5,150. Browse and find a 2-bedroom apartment in Riverside, CA.

What is the price range for a 3-bedroom apartment in Riverside, CA?

The price range for a 3-bedroom apartment in Riverside, CA is between $1,615 and $5,113. Browse all available 3-bedroom apartments in Riverside, CA.

What type of rental buildings are in Riverside, CA?

In Riverside, 45% of the residents are renting compared to 55% owning a home, according to data from the U.S. Census Bureau. Large-scale apartment buildings with more than 50 units represent 14% of Riverside’s rentals, 49% are small-scale complexes with under 50 units, and 35% are single-family rentals.

What do typical apartment communities look like in Riverside, CA?

The age and size of multifamily buildings are among the most visible characteristics of the rental market in a city.  In this case, the apartment buildings in Riverside are about 32 years old, on average. Of these, 34% have been built since 2000, representing the newer options on the market and typically offering more amenities. Rental buildings in the city have an average height of 2 stories. About 73% of the rental communities here are low-rise, garden-style communities, 0.8% are mid-rises, and none are high-rise buildings. These are true especially for large-scale multifamily buildings with over 50 apartments.

What apartment floorplans are common in Riverside, CA?

Rental apartments in Riverside come in a range of sizes and floorplans. Studio apartments represent 4% of units for rent, ideal for singles, renters on a budget and people who value central locations more than space. Rentals with 1-bedroom floorplans make up 42% of the total apartments in the city, while 2-bedroom floorplans represent around 47% of all rentals in Riverside. The rest are larger floorplans with 3 bedrooms or more, typically preferred by families, larger households or roommates sharing space.

Renter's guide to Riverside, CA

Part of the Greater Los Angeles area, Riverside offers great affordability and convenience, while still being very accessible to places like San Diego and Los Angeles.

That makes it a great place for families, young professionals, or anyone else who wants big city amenities without big city hassles and prices. Forbes even ranked it the 8^th coolest city in the US.

Size-wise, Riverside is 98 square miles wide, which makes it roughly half the size of San Francisco and just 20% the size of Los Angeles.

It's located about 60 miles from LA and 107 miles from San Diego, which makes day trips to either city an option for road trippers.

Riverside features a semi-arid climate – summers are hot and dry, while winters are mild and rainy. With its distance from the coast, you don't get those nice ocean breezes you get in some of the other major cities in California.

Average temperatures in the summer usually fall in the 90s, but often get into the 100s. Winters have average lows in the low 40s and average highs in the upper 60s.

Tips for renting in Riverside, CA

By now, you're either convinced Riverside is a great place for you – or you probably already stopped reading.

But what about renters rights in Riverside? What should you know about tenant laws before going in?

For starters, your landlord is not allowed to charge more than two times the rental price for a security deposit – unless the apartment is furnished. And they must return the deposit within 21 days after you move out.

There's no limit to how and when a landlord can raise rent in California, but they're required to give you 30 days’ notice if the increase is within 10 percent and 60 days’ notice if it's more than 10 percent.

Riverside, CA demographics

327,569Total Population
164,336 Female

163,233 Male
31.8Median Age

Riverside, CA has a population of 327,569 according to the most recent data from the U.S. Census Bureau. 164,336 of Riverside’s residents are women and 163,233 are men. The median age of those who live in Riverside, CA is 31.8.

Living in Riverside, CA

An easy way to examine the pros and cons of living in Riverside is to compare it to some of the nearby big cities, like Los Angeles and San Francisco.

It's got the same warm, sunny weather, but it's further from the coast and beach – though still close enough for weekend beach trips.

What Riverside lacks in big city amenities, culture, and nightlife, it makes up for with less crowds, less traffic (and better parking), and lower prices.

In other words, it's close enough to the action, but far enough for you to enjoy a more affordable, laid back lifestyle.

Riverside, CA households

66,715 Family

23,948 Non-family
36,660 Children

54,003 No Children

90,663Total Number of Households
3.44Average People Per Household
$72,738Median Household Income

According to U.S. Census data, there are 90,663 households in Riverside, CA. 66,715 are family households and 23,948 are non-family households. There are 36,660 households with children in Riverside and 54,003 households without children. On average, about 3.44 people live in a household in Riverside, CA.

Things to do in Riverside, CA

Alright, so you're in Riverside. What exactly is there to do now?

It depends what you're looking for. Outdoorsmen and nature lovers will enjoy walking through Mount Rubidoux Park, taking in the sites at the California Citrus State Park, or – for the more adventurous – whitewater rafting.

The city has a few golf courses nearby too, if you want to get in a quick 9 or 18 holes.

Culture and history buffs will want to check out the Fox Performing Arts Center, March Field Air Museum, Mission Inn Museum, or Riverside National Cemetery.

And if you just want a little ol' fashioned family fun, there are a couple cool drive-in theatres in town, like Van Buren Drive-In Theatre. Or you and the kids can cool off at The Cove Waterpark.

If you're around town during the holiday season, Riverside's annual Festival of Lights is a must see. With over 5 million lights on display, it's ranked among the best of the best light shows in the whole country.

Of course, Riverside is also so close to the beach and other cities like San Diego and Los Angeles that you can take advantage of what they have to offer too, like their pro sports teams. Make sure you check out a Los Angeles Lakers, LA Dodgers, or San Diego Chargers game if you have the chance.

Riverside, CA employment & economy

Why did Riverside see a population growth of over 30% between 2000 and today? Because it's a great place to live and build a career in.

Many people choose to commute to one of the various nearby cities, like Los Angeles. But Riverside itself has an abundance of employment options, particular in manufacturing, education, and government.

The city's also got a rich agricultural history. In fact, it was responsible for the birth of the citrus industry in the US, after the first seedless oranges were planted here way back in the late 1800s.

Education in Riverside, CA

Looking to take a few classes?

Riverside itself leaves you with plenty of options, including the California Baptist University, University of California, Riverside, and California Southern Law School.

And if you're willing to commute, like many students do, the surrounding area has tons of other great schools, like UCLA and the University of Southern California.

There are two public school districts serving Riverside, along with more than half a dozen private schools. Riverside is also home to a high school for the deaf and another that caters to Native American students.

Riverside, CA education statistics

The level of education of the population of Riverside, CA is as follows: 8% have no high school education, 37% completed some high school, 26% partially completed college, 7% have an Associate Degree, 13% have a Bachelor Degree, and 8% have a Graduate Degree.

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5/5 Destinee on Mar 6, 2022

I wanted to take the time out to shed some light on Alisa her professional is nothing short of amazing. She took her time going over different floor plans and options with me and it is because of her i definitely plan on moving into metro gateway. We need more of her everywhere when it comes to customer Service!

4.5/5 Anonymous on Dec 18, 2021

Love the staff

4/5 Anonymous on Jan 29, 2022

The swimming pool needs to be cleaned way more often , the maintenance on certain areas takes them alot of time to come and the things they fix usually gets ruined again too fast, there should be more available parking spots and more services Ro Offer

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