
Neighborhood: Downtown
- Urban EnergyFast-paced city living with endless options for dining, shopping, and culture.Arts SceneGalleries, murals, and cultural venues showcase creativity and artistic talent.Walkable StreetsPedestrian-friendly layout encourages walking to shops, dining, and parks.Nightlife HubVibrant bars, clubs, and late-night venues keep the energy alive after dark.
Downtown Reno’s 89501 blends riverfront calm with urban energy along the Truckee River and Riverwalk District. Expect four-season high-desert weather with abundant sun, cool nights, and Sierra views. Landmarks like the Reno Arch, Wingfield Park’s whitewater features, Greater Nevada Field, the Nevada Museum of Art, the National Automobile Museum, and the Pioneer Center fuel an active arts and festival scene. Coffee roasters, local breweries, and restaurants cluster along Virginia Street and the Riverwalk; West Street Market and nearby supermarkets make errands easy. Fitness is walkable too, from the river path and bike lanes to BaseCamp’s climbing wall at Whitney Peak. Recent months show a median asking rent around $1,700, with most listings roughly $1,300–$2,500+ depending on size and amenities. The area attracts a mix of professionals, creatives, and long-time locals who value walkable streets, nightlife, and year-round events; patios and riverside trails make it notably pet friendly, and parks provide green space for all.
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Nearby schools in Reno
GreatSchools rating
- 9/10Hunter Lake Elementary SchoolGrades: K-6Distance: 1.5 mi
- 7/10Darrell C Swope Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 2.1 mi
- 7/10Reno High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 0.9 mi
Frequently asked questions
The Westlyn Apartments has a walk score of 98, it's a walker's paradise.
The Westlyn Apartments has a transit score of 60, it has good transit.
The schools assigned to The Westlyn Apartments include Hunter Lake Elementary School, Darrell C Swope Middle School, and Reno High School.
The Westlyn Apartments is in the Downtown neighborhood in Reno, NV.
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