
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the River Market Neighborhood of Little Rock, AR from $500 (49 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in the River Market area of Little Rock.


McGowan Flats Apartments

518 E 7th St, Unit 17

Eastside Lofts Apartments Phase II

Block 2 Lofts

904 Scott St, Unit 3

904 Scott St, Unit 5

Chateaus at St Clair

607 E 6th St, Unit B
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503 E 6th St, Unit 1 BR TH

516 E 8th St, Unit D

503 E 6th St, Unit 1 BR

1401 Scott St, Unit 307

418 E 6th St, Unit G

518 E 7th St, Unit 26

514 E 8th St, Unit C

516 E 8th St, Unit C

519 E Capitol Ave, Unit 2C
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401 E 10th St, Unit 401

1401 Scott St, Unit 203

401 E 10th St, Unit 1003 Rock

503 E 6th St, Unit 2 BR

519 E Capitol Ave, Unit 3C

503 E 6th St, Unit 2BR TH

1500 Center St

818 Cumberland St

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Tuf Nut Lofts

608-612 E 7th St

The Row at Legion Village

The Clayton on Scott

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River Market Lofts

River Market Flats
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Parkplace Apartments

EPH 36, LLC (MacArthur Commons Apartments)

1215 College St

700 E 9th St

Metropolitan

Thrive Argenta

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Argenta Flats

Vue on Riverfront

712 N Olive St
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111 W 4th St

Shorter College Gardens

The Resort at Rockwater

Live on Parker Townhome - Rockwater Village
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 | $907 | $750 | $1,460 |
| River Market 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,230 | $886 | $3,850 |
| River Market 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,441 | $1,050 | $2,470 |
| River Market 3 Bedroom Apartments | $6,560 | $6,560 | $6,560 |
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There are currently 49 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 Studio unit found at McGowan Flats Apartments priced from $795. 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 | $795 |
| Eastside Lofts Apartments Phase II | 1x1 - 498 | 1BR,1BA | $886 |
| Block 2 Lofts | B A2 | 1BR,1BA | $950 |
| Metropolitan | Java | 1BR,1BA | $997 |
| Thrive Argenta | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $999 |
| Argenta Flats | 1 Bedroom Lounge | 1BR,1BA | $1,019 |
| The Resort at Rockwater | The Resort at Rockwater - "The Queenie" studio ... | Studio,1BA | $1,095 |
| Live on Parker Townhome - Rockwater Village | 1 Bed 1 Bath 782 SQFT (Live on Parker) | 1BR,1BA | $1,300 |
| Vue on Riverfront | Main | 1BR,1BA | $1,389 |
| EPH 36, LLC (MacArthur Commons Apartments) | 2BR/2.0BA | 2BR,2BA | $1,400 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in River Market, AR
As of April 16, 2026 the best value apartment in the River Market area is the $1.05 price per square foot 1004 Scott St Model at 1004 Scott St, Unit 1 in the in the River Market neighborhood starting from $1,450. The second greatest value River Market apartment is the 1 Bedroom Loft Model at Argenta Flats starting at $1,450 with a $1.73 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1004 Scott St, Unit 1 | 1004 Scott St | 2BR,1BA | $1.05 |
| Argenta Flats | 1 Bedroom Loft | 1BR,1BA | $1.73 |
| Live on Parker Townhome - Rockwater Village | 1 Bed 1 Bath 782 SQFT (Live on Parker) | 1BR,1BA | $1.66 |
| Vue on Riverfront | Main | 1BR,1BA | $1.84 |
| Thrive Argenta | A2 | 1BR,1BA | $1.53 |
| Metropolitan | Metro | 1BR,1BA | $1.25 |
| 221 W 2nd St | 221 W 2nd St | Studio ,1BA | $2.39 |
| Block 2 Lofts | W A2 | 1BR,1BA | $1.67 |
| Eastside Lofts Apartments Phase II | 1x1 - 498 | 1BR,1BA | $1.78 |
| McGowan Flats Apartments | Studio - Furnished | Studio ,1BA | $1.99 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleRiver Market, Little Rock, AR
Ranked #21
Among cities in Arkansas for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
3.5Pet Friendly
Lifestyle Ratings
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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 $886 at Eastside Lofts Apartments Phase II.
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 $1,053 at Eastside Lofts Apartments Phase II.
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