
Homes for Rent in the Riverside Neighborhood of Cambridge, MA (131 Rentals)


550 Franklin St

164 Putnam Ave, Unit 168

23 Elmer St, Unit 1

202 Banks St

19 Bay St

268 Western Ave, Unit 1

218 Banks St, Unit 7

17 Bay

434 Franklin St
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42 Putnam Ave, Unit 17A

950 Massachusetts Ave, Unit 506

369 Franklin St, Unit 1

900 Massachusetts Ave, Unit 6

931 Massachusetts Ave, Unit 1203

17 Putnam Ave

54 Kelly Rd, Unit 2L

91 Hancock St, Unit 4

33 Pleasant St, Unit 2

325 Franklin St, Unit 408
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13 Pleasant St, Unit 2

20 Ellery St, Unit 103

10 Pleasant St, Unit 3

31 Athens St

10 Remington St, Unit 309##

300 Franklin St, Unit 2

106 Pleasant St, Unit 1

115 Pleasant St, Unit B

333 Harvard St, Unit 7

333 Harvard St, Unit 4A
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382 Harvard St, Unit 382

325 Harvard St, Unit 4

19 Arrow St

1 Crawford St

1210 Massachusetts Ave

45 Trowbridge St, Unit 4C

40 Bow St

284 Harvard St, Unit 404

401 Broadway, Unit 5

285 Harvard St, Unit 412
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6 Ellsworth Ave, Unit 1

25 Highland Ave, Unit Apt 3

345 Franklin St, Unit #505

14 Andrew St

12 Mt Auburn St, Unit #6

339 Allston St, Unit #1

281 Harvard St, Unit #33

872 Massachusetts Ave

335 A Harvard St, Unit #12

17a Putnam Ave
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Riverside, Cambridge, MA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent a home in Riverside?
| Bedroom | Average Price | Cheapest Price | Highest Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Riverside 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $3,661 | $2,950 | $5,200 |
| Riverside 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $5,991 | $3,195 | $10,000+ |
| Riverside 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $4,839 | $2,150 | $5,500 |
| Riverside 5 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,238 | $1,375 | $8,699 |
| Riverside 7 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,742 | $1,680 | $1,830 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleRiverside, Cambridge, MA
Ranked #4
Among cities in Massachusetts for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
4.0Pet Friendly
Frequently Asked Questions about Riverside
What type of rentals are currently available in Riverside?
There are currently 328 Apartments for Rent in Riverside, MA with pricing that ranges from $1,900 to $9,081. There are also 129 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Riverside ranging from $1,375 to $10,500.
What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Riverside?
Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Riverside ranges from $1,375 to $10,500 with an average monthly rent of $3,466.
How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Riverside?
For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Riverside range from $3,375 to $9,081, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $3,195 to $10,500. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $2,150 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $4,650.
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