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property at 204 Banks St

204 Banks St, Unit B

204 Banks St
CambridgeMA02138
property at 285 Harvard St

285 Harvard St

CambridgeMA02139

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Riverside, Cambridge, MA Local Guide

Cheapest Available Riverside Apartments for Rent

 
Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
929 MassSAStudio,1BA$2,505

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Riverside, MA

As of June 26, 2025 the best value apartment in the Riverside area is the $0.29 price per square foot 50 Hancock St Model at 50 Hancock St, Unit 6 in the in the Kendall Square neighborhood starting from $2,850. The second greatest value Riverside apartment is the 99 Hancock St Model at 99 Hancock St, Unit 1 starting at $2,850 with a $0.29 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 ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
50 Hancock St, Unit 650 Hancock St1BR,1BA$0.29
99 Hancock St, Unit 199 Hancock St1BR,1BA$0.29
204 Banks St, Unit #218-7204 Banks StStudio ,1BA$0.23
2 Ware St, Unit 1092 Ware St1BR,1BA$0.27
346 Harvard St, Unit 2346 Harvard St1BR,1BA$0.29
16 Clinton St, Unit B16 Clinton St1BR,1BA$0.24
325 Harvard St, Unit #42325 Harvard St2BR,1BA$0.30
381 Harvard St, Unit 22381 Harvard St1BR,1BA$0.27
13 Pleasant St, Unit 1R13 Pleasant StStudio ,1BA$0.25
564 Green St, Unit 2A564 Green St2BR,1BA$0.30

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Frequently Asked Questions about Riverside

What type of rentals are currently available in Riverside?

There are currently 746 Apartments for Rent in Riverside, MA with pricing that ranges from $1,300 to $12,000. There are also 339 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Riverside ranging from $1,100 to $14,000.

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 $1,100 to $14,000 with an average monthly rent of $4,718.

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 $3,200 to $12,000, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $3,800 to $11,000. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $4,350 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $4,100.

Expert Rental Resources

Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

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A fantastic way to save money and enjoy a built-in community is to share an apartment. However, a bad roommate situation can turn your dream rental into a nightmare.

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