
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Riverside Neighborhood of Cambridge, MA from $1,200 (36 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in the Riverside area of Cambridge.


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371 Harvard St, Unit 3

Longfellow Apartments

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8 Goodman Rd, Unit 1

9 Elmer St

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7 Elmer St, Unit 3

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5 Elmer St, Unit 3T
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204 Banks St, Unit #218-7

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105 Brookline St, Unit 1

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287 Harvard St, Unit #4

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105 Brookline St, Unit 1

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368 Broadway, Unit 2R

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Cambridge Court Apartments 55+ Community

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22 Banks St, Unit #B

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381 Harvard St, Unit 1
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2 Ware St, Unit 105

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100 River St, Unit 2

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2 Ware St, Unit 11D

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2 Ware St, Unit 105

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929 Mass

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100 River St, Unit 2

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100 River St, Unit 2

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2 Ware St, Unit 303

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863 Massachusetts Ave, Unit 56
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891 Massachusetts Ave

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204 Banks St, Unit 3

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1238 Massachusetts Ave, Unit #5

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200 Banks St, Unit #B

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1168 Massachusetts Ave, Unit 3

888 Massachusetts Ave

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334 Harvard Street
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Riverside, Cambridge, MA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Riverside?
| Bedroom | Average Price | Cheapest Price | Highest Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Riverside Studio Apartments | $2,340 | $1,900 | $2,795 |
| Riverside 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,005 | $1,299 | $4,800 |
| Riverside 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,431 | $2,650 | $5,000 |
| Riverside 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,575 | $3,000 | $10,000+ |
| Riverside 4 Bedroom Apartments | $4,975 | $3,500 | $7,000 |
| Riverside 5 Bedroom Apartments | $6,749 | $6,250 | $7,499 |
Browse Apartments in this Neighborhood
There are currently 36 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Riverside Neighborhood of Cambridge, MA.
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Cheapest Available Riverside Apartments for Rent
 | Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Longfellow Apartments | STUDIO | Studio,1BA | $2,050 |
| Cambridge Court Apartments 55+ Community | Studio | Studio,1BA | $2,340 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Riverside, MA
As of December 26, 2025 the best value apartment in the Riverside area is the $0.25 price per square foot 1168 Massachusetts Ave Model at 1168 Massachusetts Ave, Unit 3 in the in the Kendall Square neighborhood starting from $2,500. The second greatest value Riverside apartment is the 5 Elmer St Model at 5 Elmer St, Unit 3T starting at $2,250 with a $0.23 price per square foot in the Kendall Square neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Riverside apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1168 Massachusetts Ave, Unit 3 | 1168 Massachusetts Ave | Studio ,1BA | $0.25 |
| 5 Elmer St, Unit 3T | 5 Elmer St | Studio ,1BA | $0.23 |
| 368 Broadway, Unit 2R | 368 Broadway | Studio ,1BA | $0.23 |
| 8 Goodman Rd, Unit 1 | 8 Goodman Rd | Studio ,1BA | $0.22 |
| 2 Ware St, Unit 105 | 2 Ware St | 1BR,1BA | $0.24 |
| 2 Ware St, Unit 11D | 2 Ware St | 1BR,1BA | $0.24 |
| 2 Ware St, Unit 105 | 2 Ware St | 1BR,1BA | $0.24 |
| 100 River St, Unit 2 | 100 River St | 1BR,1BA | $0.24 |
| 2 Ware St, Unit 109 | 2 Ware St | 1BR,1BA | $0.27 |
| 204 Banks St, Unit #218-7 | 204 Banks St | Studio ,1BA | $0.23 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleRiverside, Cambridge, MA
Ranked #3
Among cities in Massachusetts for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
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4.0Pet Friendly
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Riverside Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Riverside?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Riverside is at Longfellow Apartments listed at $2,050.
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