Riverside, CA, is a Southern California city that's renowned as the birthplace of California's citrus industry. It's part of the Inland Empire region and features affordable living. This city offers employment opportunities across different sectors, making it popular among young professionals.

With great year-round weather, Riverside offers a wide range of outdoor recreation activities for the entire family. Enjoy convenient public transit in Riverside and avoid traffic using different transportation options. If you want to advance your career, this city has various colleges and universities to match any lifestyle.

Keep reading for valuable tips about life in Riverside, CA.

Affordable Living in the Inland Empire

You don't have to break the bank to live in Southern California. While higher than the national average, the cost of living in Riverside is significantly lower than the state average. The average monthly rent for a one-bedroom apartment in Riverside is about $1,200.

Ensure a smooth relocation process by renting a Riverside self-storage unit for your extra belongings. Since storage units in Riverside are available in different sizes, consult the storage facility size guide to ensure you pick a unit that matches your storage needs. Choose fenced storage units Riverside with convenient gate access and 24-hour video recording.

Diverse Job Market

Riverside is home to many major companies from various sectors, including healthcare, electronics manufacturing, and university administration.

The most notable employers in the city include:

Parkview Community Hospital Medical Center
Riverside Community Hospital
Bourns
Press-Enterprise

Colleges and Universities for Any Lifestyle

Choose from various institutions if you want to further your education in Riverside. The most prestigious colleges and universities in Riverside, California, include:

Trendy Riverside Neighborhoods and Suburbs

Some of the most desirable areas in the area include:

Orangecrest

Orangecrest is one of Riverside County's most promising new communities, but it was formerly nothing more than a collection of empty lots in southeast Riverside. This location is ideal for young families looking to settle down in a safe and friendly community with a great school district. The public school system consistently places among the best in Southern California.

Canyon Crest

Canyon Crest has one of the best school districts in all of Greater Los Angeles and is home to a diversified population, making it one of the most culturally rich areas in Riverside County. The school district curriculum is designed to prepare kids for the rigorous academics they'll encounter at any of the neighboring colleges and universities, focusing on boosting their math and science skills.

Mission Grove

Located in Riverside County, Mission Grove has all the amenities homeowners might want and a beautiful Southern California climate. The area also has affordable housing options.

Wood Streets

This family-friendly area is highly walkable and has grocery stores and restaurants within walking distance. Wood Streets is safe, pet-friendly, and has many parks, making it popular among young families.

Hawarden Hills

Hawarden Hills is one of the safest communities in Riverside. It features various amenities and highly rated schools.

Up-and-Coming Riverside Suburbs

If you love living away from the city, consider moving to suburbs like Belltown, Highgrove, and Woodcrest.

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Frequently asked questions

Does Riverside, CA have 24-hour access storage available?

Some self storage facilities in Riverside will offer 24-hour access for tenants but you'll want to double check the facility's listing information before reserving a unit. You can also narrow down your search to just show facilities with this amenity by applying filters above.

Do I need to show proof of insurance to rent a storage unit in Riverside, CA?

You will need to show proof of insurance to a storage facility in Riverside, CA. Most homeowner's and renter's insurance plans do cover items while in storage, so check your plan first before buying new insurance.

What is the average height of a storage unit in Riverside, CA?

The average height of storage unit ceilings in Riverside, CA is 8 feet, but the storage unit's door will only be 7 feet tall.

Are packages accepted at storage units in Riverside, CA?

Yes, most storage facilities in Riverside, CA do offer package delivery either to your storage unit or to the facility front desk. Just make sure to ask the facility manager before having any packages delivered.

How do I organize my 5x10 storage in Riverside, CA?

When moving your belongings into a storage unit you'll want to think about which items you might need to access more frequently. You'll want to place heavier items on the floor with lighter items stacked on top, and place items you need more access to closer to the front near the storage unit's door.

How much do storage units cost in Riverside, California?

The biggest factor when it comes to the cost of storage units in Riverside, California is unit size. Larger storage units. like 10x10 and bigger, will generally cost more than smaller storage units, which range from 5x5 to 5x10 in size. Other factors that can increase self-storage prices include the storage unit amenities and special features. Self-storage facilities in Riverside, California that offer additional amenities like indoor climate control, 24-hour storage access, extra security features, and added conveniences like first floor storage options and elevators tend to be more expensive than storage facilities that offer basic services.

No matter what your storage needs are, you can easily find a cheap storage unit in Riverside, California. Compare the available facilities on SpareFoot and filter by preferred storage amenities and features.

Find online move-in rates and specials like first month half off and first month FREE at select Riverside storage facilities. Below are the average monthly storage unit prices in Riverside, California for the most common storage unit sizes.

Unit Size	Average Price	Lowest Price
5 x 5	$101.42	$58.57
5 x 10	$122.28	$86.48
10 x 10	$171.72	$98.59
10 x 15	$201.51	$186.16
10 x 20	$264.08	$212.91

The overall average price of a self-storage unit booked in Riverside, California over the past 180 days is $122.58.

Data for the cheapest self-storage unit is updated every 15 minutes.

Riverside Self-Storage: At A Glance

Does Riverside student population affect self-storage prices?

Colleges and universities located in or nearby Riverside include California Baptist University, University Of California Riverside. College students often need self-storage during summer and winter breaks and can drive prices up during these seasons.

How does seasonality affect Riverside self-storage prices?

Storage prices in Riverside tend to be somewhat volatile when compared to other cities. Prices can vary by about $22.27 monthly depending on the time of year. Riverside self-storage prices are highest inMarch, and lowest in December.

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