284 Harvard St
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Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Riverside Neighborhood of Cambridge, MA from $1,500 (21 Rentals)
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Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments Available NowLongfellow Apartments
1200 Massachusetts AveCambridge, MA 02138
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$2,150 - $2,340
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Cambridge Court Apartments 55+ Community
411 Franklin St G-6Cambridge, MA 02139
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$2,250
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5 Elmer St
5 Elmer StCambridge, MA 02138
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94 River St, Unit 2
94 River StCambridge, MA 02139
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1210 Massachusetts Ave, Unit 23
1210 Massachusetts AveCambridge, MA 02138
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$2,350
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292 Harvard St
292 Harvard StCambridge, MA 02139
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12 Pleasant St, Unit 1
12 Pleasant StCambridge, MA 02139
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$2,399
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22 Banks St, Unit #B
22 Banks StCambridge, MA 02138
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$2,400
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19 Howard St, Unit 2
19 Howard StCambridge, MA 02139
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94 River St, Unit 2
94 River StCambridge, MA 02139
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368 Broadway, Unit 2R
368 BroadwayCambridge, MA 02139
5 Centre St
CambridgeMA02139
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89-91 Hancock St., Unit 2
89-91 Hancock StCambridge, MA 02139
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1238 Massachusetts Ave, Unit #5
1238 Massachusetts AveCambridge, MA 02138
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1168 Massachusetts Ave
1168 Massachusetts AveCambridge, MA 02138
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720 Massachusetts Ave, Unit 2
720 Massachusetts AveCambridge, MA 02139
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200 Banks St, Unit #B
200 Banks StCambridge, MA 02138
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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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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 |
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| Riverside Studio Apartments | $2,510 | $1,950 | $2,950 |
| Riverside 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,164 | $2,250 | $4,620 |
| Riverside 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,949 | $2,400 | $7,266 |
| Riverside 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,534 | $2,700 | $9,081 |
| Riverside 4 Bedroom Apartments | $5,498 | $4,650 | $7,000 |
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There are currently 21 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 |
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| Longfellow Apartments | STUDIO | Studio,1BA | $2,050 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Riverside, MA
As of July 16, 2026 the best value apartment in the Riverside area is the $0.25 price per square foot 1168 Massachusetts Ave Model at 1168 Massachusetts Ave in the in the Kendall Square neighborhood starting from $2,500. The second greatest value Riverside apartment is the 94 River St Model at 94 River St, Unit 2 starting at $2,400 with a $0.24 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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| 1168 Massachusetts Ave | 1168 Massachusetts Ave | Studio ,1BA | $0.25 |
| 94 River St, Unit 2 | 94 River St | 1BR,1BA | $0.24 |
| 434 Franklin St, Unit #1 | 434 Franklin St | 1BR,1BA | $0.30 |
| 30 Inman St, Unit 3 | 30 Inman St | 1BR,1BA | $0.27 |
| 33 Inman St, Unit 3 | 33 Inman St | 1BR,1BA | $0.27 |
| 720 Massachusetts Ave, Unit 2 | 720 Massachusetts Ave | 2BR,1BA | $0.25 |
| 292 Harvard St | 292 Harvard St | 1BR,1BA | $0.24 |
| 368 Broadway, Unit 2R | 368 Broadway | Studio ,1BA | $0.24 |
| 368 Broadway, Unit 2R | 368 Broadway | 2BR,1BA | $0.34 |
| 224 Banks St, Unit 1 | 224 Banks St | 2BR,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 Longfellow Apartments listed at $2,050.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Riverside Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Riverside Apartment is $2,830 at The University.
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