
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the River Market Neighborhood of Little Rock, AR from $500 (15 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in the River Market area of Little Rock.


615 Sherman St

Eastside Lofts Apartments Phase II

818 Cumberland St

Eastview Terrace Apartments
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816 Sherman St

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River Market, Little Rock, AR Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in River Market?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| River Market Studio Apartments | $810 | $810 | $810 |
| River Market 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,151 | $645 | $2,000 |
| River Market 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,519 | $1,053 | $3,750 |
| River Market 3 Bedroom Apartments | $6,560 | $6,560 | $6,560 |
| River Market 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,050 | $1,050 | $1,050 |
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Cheapest Available River Market Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the River Market area of Little Rock, AR is a Studio unit found at McGowan Flats Apartments priced from $810. Eastside Lofts Apartments Phase II has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $886. Here are the most affordable River Market apartments for rent in Little Rock, AR:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| McGowan Flats Apartments | Studio - Furnished | Studio,1BA | $810 |
| Eastside Lofts Apartments Phase II | 1x1 - 498 | 1BR,1BA | $886 |
| Metropolitan | Metro | 1BR,1BA | $1,016 |
| Thrive Argenta | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,049 |
| Rock Street Loft Apartments | #102 | 1BR,1BA | $1,075 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in River Market, AR
As of January 15, 2026 the best value apartment in the River Market area is the $2.25 price per square foot 221 W 2nd St Model at 221 W 2nd St, Unit P2 - FURNISHED ONLY in the in the River Market neighborhood starting from $6,560. The second greatest value River Market apartment is the 2BR/2.0BA Model at EPH 36, LLC (MacArthur Commons Apartments) starting at $1,550 with a $1.40 price per square foot in the River Market neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for River Market apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 221 W 2nd St, Unit P2 - FURNISHED ONLY | 221 W 2nd St | 3BR,3BA | $2.25 |
| EPH 36, LLC (MacArthur Commons Apartments) | 2BR/2.0BA | 2BR,2BA | $1.40 |
| Rock Street Loft Apartments | #211 | 2BR,2BA | $1.41 |
| 1004 Scott St, Unit 6 | 1004 Scott St | 1BR,1BA | $1.25 |
| Vue on Riverfront | Clinton | 1BR,1BA | $1.84 |
| Live on Parker Townhome - Rockwater Village | 1 Bed 1 Bath 782 SQFT (Live on Parker) | 1BR,1BA | $1.66 |
| Thrive Argenta | A2 | 1BR,1BA | $1.60 |
| Metropolitan | Metro - Renovated | 1BR,1BA | $1.49 |
| Eastside Lofts Apartments Phase II | 1x1 - 498 | 1BR,1BA | $1.78 |
| McGowan Flats Apartments | Studio - Furnished | Studio ,1BA | $2.03 |
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Among cities in Arkansas for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
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2.5Pet Friendly
Lifestyle Ratings
ApartmentHomeLiving.com compiles millions of data points to bring you Lifestyle Ratings of rentals and neighborhoods across the USA, including River Market, Little Rock, and the greater Little Rock area. LifeStyle Ratings are the best way to sort through finding a place to live - beyond price and floorplan. This takes in many factors including filtering automatically for outdoor amenities like tennis courts, luxury housing options, pet-friendly features, places that make kids happy, proximity to transit, and more. Use Lifestyle Search in the site filter options on this page - and find your Perfect place!
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap River Market Apartments
What is the price of a cheap apartment in River Market?
The cheapest apartment in River Market is Eastside Lofts Apartments Phase II which is listed at $886, while the average apartment in River Market costs $6,560.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in River Market?
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 7 regular apartments in River Market that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
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