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Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments Available Jun 1Longfellow Apartments
1200 Massachusetts AveCambridge, MA 02138
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Riverside Neighborhood of Cambridge, MA from $1,500 (27 Rentals)
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720 Massachusetts Ave, Unit 2
720 Massachusetts AveCambridge, MA 02139
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$2,075Studio Apartments Available Sep 1
99 Hancock St, Unit #B2
99 Hancock StCambridge, MA 02139
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$2,075Studio Apartments Available Sep 1
99 Hancock St, Unit B-2
99 Hancock StCambridge, MA 02139
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$2,250 - $4,600
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5 Elmer St
5 Elmer StCambridge, MA 02138
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$2,275Studio Apartments Available Sep 1
89-91 Hancock St., Unit 6
89-91 Hancock StCambridge, MA 02139
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$2,275
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106 Hancock St
106 Hancock StCambridge, MA 02139
27 Magee St
CambridgeMA02139
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$2,300
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204 Banks St, Unit #218-7
204 Banks StCambridge, MA 02138
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$2,399
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22 Banks St, Unit #B
22 Banks StCambridge, MA 02138
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$2,4001 Bedroom Apartments Available Jul 1
94 River St, Unit 2
94 River StCambridge, MA 02139
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368 Broadway, Unit 2R
368 BroadwayCambridge, MA 02139
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94 River St, Unit 2
94 River StCambridge, MA 02139
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$2,4001 Bedroom Apartments Available Jul 1
335 A Harvard St, Unit #7
335 A Harvard StCambridge, MA 02139
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$2,400Studio Apartments Available Sep 1
10 Soden St, Unit 004
10 Soden StCambridge, MA 02139
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5 Elmer St, Unit 9-3
5 Elmer StCambridge, MA 02138
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$2,500Studio Apartments Available Jun 1
89-91 Hancock St., Unit 2
89-91 Hancock StCambridge, MA 02139
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1168 Massachusetts Ave
1168 Massachusetts AveCambridge, MA 02138
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200 Banks St, Unit #B
200 Banks StCambridge, MA 02138
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1238 Massachusetts Ave, Unit #5
1238 Massachusetts AveCambridge, MA 02138
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67 River St, Unit 3
67 River StCambridge, MA 02139
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2 Ware St
2 Ware StCambridge, MA 02138
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$2,6002 Bedroom Apartments Available Jun 1
285 Harvard St, Unit #99
285 Harvard StCambridge, MA 02139
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27 William St
27 William StCambridge, MA 02139
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Putnam Manor
16 TrowbridgeCambridge, MA 02138
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Cambridge Court Apartments 55+ Community
411 Franklin St G-6Cambridge, MA 02139
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Western Realty
101-103 Western AveCambridge, MA 02139
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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 | $2,526 | $2,075 | $2,950 |
| Riverside 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,262 | $2,300 | $4,620 |
| Riverside 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,882 | $2,050 | $7,265 |
| Riverside 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,797 | $3,395 | $9,900 |
| Riverside 4 Bedroom Apartments | $5,452 | $4,000 | $8,250 |
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Best Value Apartments for Rent in Riverside, MA
As of May 31, 2026 the best value apartment in the Riverside area is the $0.36 price per square foot 13 Pleasant St Model at 13 Pleasant St, Unit 2 in the in the Kendall Square neighborhood starting from $3,600. The second greatest value Riverside apartment is the 1168 Massachusetts Ave Model at 1168 Massachusetts Ave starting at $2,650 with a $0.27 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. |
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| 13 Pleasant St, Unit 2 | 13 Pleasant St | 2BR,1BA | $0.36 |
| 1168 Massachusetts Ave | 1168 Massachusetts Ave | Studio ,1BA | $0.27 |
| 99 Hancock St, Unit 2 | 99 Hancock St | 1BR,1BA | $0.33 |
| 720 Massachusetts Ave, Unit 2 | 720 Massachusetts Ave | 2BR,1BA | $0.21 |
| 224 Banks St, Unit 1 | 224 Banks St | 2BR,1BA | $0.34 |
| 441 Franklin St, Unit #1L | 441 Franklin St | 1BR,1BA | $0.30 |
| 2 Belvidere Pl, Unit #1 | 2 Belvidere Pl | 1BR,1BA | $0.32 |
| 204 Banks St, Unit #218-7 | 204 Banks St | Studio ,1BA | $0.23 |
| 310 Harvard St, Unit #295 - 906 | 310 Harvard St | 2BR,2BA | $0.40 |
| 4 Belvidere Pl, Unit #2 -1 | 4 Belvidere Pl | 1BR,1BA | $0.34 |
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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 929 Mass listed at $2,677.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Riverside Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Riverside Apartment is $2,835 at 929 Mass.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Riverside Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Riverside is starting from $3,445 at Church Corner.
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