
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Riverside Neighborhood of Jacksonville, FL from $400 (8 Rentals)
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1252 Donald St

2351 Ernest St

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Broadview Terrace Condominiums

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Riverside, Jacksonville, FL Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Riverside?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Riverside Studio Apartments | $1,225 | $1,050 | $1,400 |
| Riverside 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,536 | $850 | $2,219 |
| Riverside 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,784 | $1,095 | $2,600 |
| Riverside 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,034 | $1,690 | $2,664 |
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There are currently 8 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Riverside Neighborhood of Jacksonville, FL.
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Cheapest Available Riverside Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Riverside area of Jacksonville, FL is a 1 Bed unit found at Herschel Street Apartments priced from $875. Courtyard Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,225. Here are the most affordable Riverside apartments for rent in Jacksonville, FL:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Herschel Street Apartments | 1Bd / 1 Bth | 1BR,1BA | $875 |
| Courtyard Apartments | 1BR Lofts | 1BR,1BA | $1,225 |
| 2738 Riverside | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,250 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Riverside, FL
As of January 08, 2026 the best value apartment in the Riverside area is the $0.94 price per square foot 3X2.5 Model at Broadview Terrace Condominiums in the in the Riverside neighborhood starting from $2,213. The second greatest value Riverside apartment is the 2827 Herschel St Model at 2827 Herschel St, Unit Apt 2 starting at $1,875 with a $1.16 price per square foot in the Riverside 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Broadview Terrace Condominiums | 3X2.5 | 3BR,2.5BA | $0.94 |
| 2827 Herschel St, Unit Apt 2 | 2827 Herschel St | 2BR,2BA | $1.16 |
| 2943 St Johns Ave, Unit unit 3 upstairs | 2943 St Johns Ave | 3BR,2BA | $1.21 |
| 2312 Forbes St, Unit 2312 | 2312 Forbes St | 2BR,1BA | $1.29 |
| 2779 Post St, Unit 2777 post st jacksonville | 2779 Post St | 2BR,1BA | $1.00 |
| 2830 Herschel St, Unit 1 | 2830 Herschel St | 2BR,1BA | $1.38 |
| 2678 Ernest Street, Unit 3 | 2678 Ernest Street | 2BR,1BA | $1.48 |
| Courtyard Apartments | 1BR Lofts | 1BR,1BA | $1.66 |
| 1308 Willow Branch Ave, Unit A | 1308 Willow Branch Ave | Studio ,1BA | $1.50 |
| Herschel Street Apartments | 1Bd / 1 Bth | 1BR,1BA | $1.57 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleRiverside, Jacksonville, FL
Ranked #163
Among cities in Florida for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
3.0Pet Friendly
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Riverside Apartments
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Riverside?
The cheapest apartment in Riverside is Herschel Street Apartments which is listed at $875, while the average apartment in Riverside costs $1,969.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Riverside?
Student, low-income, and by-the-bed apartments are typically the cheapest rentals in most cities, though they require qualifying criteria to rent. There are 2 regular apartments in Riverside that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
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