Cheap Homes for Rent in Riverside Neighborhood of Cambridge, MA from $1,000 (22 Rentals)

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property at 22 Hingham St

$2,100

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$2,100

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$2,100

Studio, 1 Bath Condo for Rent

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22 Hingham St, Unit 2##

22 Hingham St
CambridgeMA02138
property at 284 Harvard St

$2,250

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$2,250

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$2,250

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284 Harvard St, Unit 404

284 Harvard St
CambridgeMA02139
property at 91 Hancock St

$2,250

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$2,250

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$2,250

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91 Hancock St, Unit 11

91 Hancock St
CambridgeMA02139

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property at 100 River St

$2,300 - $2,450

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$2,300 - $2,450

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$2,300 - $2,450

1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Condo for Rent

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100 River St

CambridgeMA02139
property at 285 Harvard St

$2,300

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$2,300

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$2,300

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285 Harvard St

CambridgeMA02139
property at 4 Trowbridge Pl

$2,300

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$2,300

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$2,300

Studio, 1 Bath Condo for Rent

Available Apr 1

4 Trowbridge Pl, Unit 3B

4 Trowbridge Pl
CambridgeMA02138
property at 19 Arrow St

$2,350 - $4,900

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$2,350 - $4,900

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$2,350 - $4,900

Studio To 3 Bedroom Condos for Rent

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19 Arrow St

CambridgeMA02138
property at 218 Banks St

$2,375

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$2,375

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$2,375

Studio, 1 Bath Condo for Rent

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218 Banks St, Unit 7

218 Banks St
CambridgeMA02138

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Riverside, Cambridge, MA Local Guide

Cheapest Available Riverside Apartments for Rent

 
Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Longfellow ApartmentsSTUDIOStudio,1BA$2,050
Cambridge Court Apartments 55+ CommunityStudioStudio,1BA$2,340

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Riverside, MA

As of March 01, 2026 the best value apartment in the Riverside area is the $0.27 price per square foot 1168 Massachusetts Ave Model at 1168 Massachusetts Ave in the in the Kendall Square neighborhood starting from $2,650. The second greatest value Riverside apartment is the 5 Elmer St Model at 5 Elmer St, Unit 9-3 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 ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
1168 Massachusetts Ave1168 Massachusetts AveStudio ,1BA$0.27
5 Elmer St, Unit 9-35 Elmer StStudio ,1BA$0.23
368 Broadway, Unit 2R368 BroadwayStudio ,1BA$0.23
8 Goodman Rd, Unit 18 Goodman RdStudio ,1BA$0.22
2 Ware St2 Ware St2BR,1BA$0.29
204 Banks St, Unit #218-7204 Banks StStudio ,1BA$0.23
94 River St94 River St1BR,1BA$0.24
19 Bay St, Unit #2L19 Bay St2BR,1BA$0.29
6 Watson St, Unit #2R6 Watson St2BR,1BA$0.27
20 Hingham St, Unit #120 Hingham St1BR,1BA$0.29

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Riverside, Cambridge, MA

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Among cities in Massachusetts for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.

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Frequently Asked Questions about Riverside

What type of rentals are currently available in Riverside?

There are currently 410 Apartments for Rent in Riverside, MA with pricing that ranges from $1,299 to $11,000. There are also 228 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Riverside ranging from $1,030 to $12,000.

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 $1,030 to $12,000 with an average monthly rent of $4,664.

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 $11,000, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $3,500 to $12,000. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $4,500 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $3,500.

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