Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Riverfront Neighborhood of Nashville, TN from $400 (50 Rentals)

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Barrett Manor
1 Bedroom Apartments

Barrett Manor

510 Summer PlNashville, TN 37206
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802 S 6th St
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

802 S 6th St

802 S 6th StNashville, TN 37206
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Ryman Lofts
Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Ryman Lofts

100 Middleton StNashville, TN 37201
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Nance Place
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Nance Place

8 Academy PlNashville, TN 37210
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East River Place
2 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

East River Place

704 Ramsey StNashville, TN 37206
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Germantown Place
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Germantown Place

1100 4th Ave NNashville, TN 37208
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160 2nd Ave
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

160 2nd Ave

160 2nd AveNashville, TN 37201

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1200 Broadway
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

1200 Broadway

1200 BroadwayNashville, TN 37203
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Riverfront, Nashville, TN Local Guide

Cheapest Available Riverfront Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Riverfront area of Nashville, TN is a Studio unit found at RUTLEDGE FLATS APARTMENTS priced from $946. 500 Fifth Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,099. Here are the most affordable Riverfront apartments for rent in Nashville, TN:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
RUTLEDGE FLATS APARTMENTSParthenonStudio,1BA$946
500 Fifth ApartmentsThe CityStudio,1BA$1,099
Nance Place1 Bed 1 Bath L1BR,1BA$1,101
Capitol TowersStudioStudio,1BA$1,125
Lenore Garden3 Bed 1 Bath Middle3BR,1BA$1,150
East River Place2BR2BR,2BA$1,180
Shelby House 1The Tucker1BR,1BA$1,218
Red Oak Flats1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,275
Manning Place2 Bedroom Townhome2BR,2BA$1,389
Fatherland FlatsB22BR,1BA$1,400

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Riverfront, TN

As of September 01, 2025 the best value apartment in the Riverfront area is the $1.41 price per square foot Belmont Model at The Aria Townhomes in the in the Capitol Hill Area neighborhood starting from $3,489. The second greatest value Riverfront apartment is the 2BR Model at East River Place starting at $1,180 with a $0.95 price per square foot in the East Nashville neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Riverfront apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
The Aria TownhomesBelmont4BR,3.5BA$1.41
East River Place2BR2BR,2BA$0.95
Manning Place2 Bedroom2BR,2BA$1.28
Amplify on Main2 bedroom2BR,2BA$1.86
Mosley on 6th2 Bedroom2BR,2BA$1.39
Lenore Garden3 Bed 1 Bath Middle3BR,1BA$1.45
Fatherland FlatsB22BR,1BA$1.93
Cherry Oak ApartmentsOne Bed1BR,1BA$2.31
Red Oak Flats1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.95
Nance Place1 Bed 1 Bath L1BR,1BA$1.71

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Riverfront, Nashville, TN

Ranked #23

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

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

4.0
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Lifestyle Ratings

Our team of engineers and researchers is proud to bring you our detailed rental analysis called 'Lifestyle Ratings' - a comparison of neighborhoods, cities, and rental properties across Tennessee, including Nashville. LifeStyle Ratings are the best way to sort through finding a place to live - beyond price and floorplan. This takes in many factors including searching for the best amenities, and the best proximity to parks and outdoor amenities, pet-friendly features, places to raise kids, proximity to transit, and other valuable search options. These search options are in the site filters at the top of this page.

Getting Around the Riverfront Neighborhood in Nashville, TN

Walk Score®

82 / 100

Very Walkable

Most errands can be accomplished on foot

Bike Score®

67 / 100

Bikeable

Some bike infrastructure

Transit Score®

66 / 100

Good Transit

Many nearby public transportation options

What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?

  • Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
  • Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
  • Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Riverfront Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Riverfront?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Riverfront is at RUTLEDGE FLATS APARTMENTS listed at $946.

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Riverfront Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Riverfront Apartment is $1,101 at Nance Place.

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Riverfront Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Riverfront is starting from $1,180 at East River Place.

What is the most affordable Riverfront Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Riverfront Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Lenore Garden and starts from $1,150.

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