
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the River Market Neighborhood of Little Rock, AR from $400 (41 Rentals)
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McGowan Flats Apartments

Chateaus at St Clair

619 Sherman St

Block 2 Lofts

623 Sherman St

904 Scott St, Unit 3

915 North Street
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904 Scott St, Unit 1

904 Scott St, Unit 5

1400 Cumberland St, Unit 406

1400 Cumberland St, Unit 409

1400 Cumberland St, Unit 302

1400 Cumberland St, Unit 303

724 North Street, Unit Cliff

616 E 7th St
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511 E 8th St, Unit Apt. 3

515 E 8th St, Unit F

515 E 8th St, Unit E

418 E 6th St, Unit G

818 Cumberland St

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Tuf Nut Lofts

608-612 E 7th St
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1322 Hanger St
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621 Cumberland St

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Metropolitan

Magnolia Ridge Apartments

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Argenta Flats

Thrive Argenta

1511 E 2nd St

1101 Brother Paul Dr
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The Resort at Rockwater
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 | $795 | $795 | $795 |
| River Market 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,156 | $485 | $3,850 |
| River Market 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,388 | $581 | $2,750 |
| River Market 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,349 | $1,156 | $1,399 |
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There are currently 41 rentals with your search options within a 1 mile radius of the River Market Neighborhood of Little Rock, AR.
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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 1 Bed unit found at Artspace Windgate Campus priced from $485. McGowan Flats Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $795. Here are the most affordable River Market apartments for rent in Little Rock, AR:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Artspace Windgate Campus | 1A-30% | 1BR,1BA | $485 |
| McGowan Flats Apartments | Studio - Furnished | Studio,1BA | $795 |
| Block 2 Lofts | B A1 | 1BR,1BA | $899 |
| Metropolitan | Metro | 1BR,1BA | $965 |
| Magnolia Ridge Apartments | 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $995 |
| Argenta Flats | 1 Bedroom Lounge | 1BR,1BA | $1,019 |
| Thrive Argenta | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,049 |
| The Resort at Rockwater | The Resort at Rockwater - "The Queenie" studio ... | Studio,1BA | $1,095 |
| The Harding | Harding Cottage | 1BR,1BA | $1,150 |
| Cathedral Park Apartments | 2 Beds, 1.5 Baths | 2BR,1BA | $1,200 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in River Market, AR
As of July 16, 2026 the best value apartment in the River Market area is the $1.06 price per square foot 1004 Scott St Model at 1004 Scott St, Unit 3 in the in the River Market neighborhood starting from $1,299. The second greatest value River Market apartment is the 2 Beds, 1.5 Baths Model at Cathedral Park Apartments starting at $1,200 with a $1.09 price per square foot in the State University 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1004 Scott St, Unit 3 | 1004 Scott St | 2BR,1BA | $1.06 |
| Cathedral Park Apartments | 2 Beds, 1.5 Baths | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.09 |
| Argenta Flats | 1 Bedroom Loft | 1BR,1BA | $1.55 |
| Vue on Riverfront | Main | 1BR,1BA | $1.82 |
| Artspace Windgate Campus | 1AHC-60% | 1BR,1BA | $1.40 |
| Metropolitan | Metro | 1BR,1BA | $1.39 |
| Thrive Argenta | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.53 |
| The Harding | Harding Cottage | 1BR,1BA | $1.72 |
| Block 2 Lofts | B A2 | 1BR,1BA | $1.62 |
| McGowan Flats Apartments | Studio - Furnished | Studio ,1BA | $1.99 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleRiver Market, Little Rock, AR
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Among cities in Arkansas for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
4.0Pet Friendly
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap River Market Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in River Market?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in River Market is at McGowan Flats Apartments listed at $795.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom River Market Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom River Market Apartment is $485 at Artspace Windgate Campus.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom River Market Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in River Market is starting from $1,003 at Artspace Windgate Campus.
What is the most affordable River Market Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap River Market Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Artspace Windgate Campus and starts from $1,156.
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