
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Riverside Neighborhood of Paterson, NJ from $1,400 (20 Rentals)
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8 Straight St, Unit 5

6 Straight St, Unit 9

100 Rosa Parks Blvd

107 Lawrence St, Unit 1

188 Lafayette St, Unit 413
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2 Ann Pl, Unit 2 Ann Place Paterson NJ

9 Straight St, Unit 10

118 East 24th St Apartments

228 E 24th St

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385 11th Ave

124-126 Keen St
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48 N York St

54 Sassafras St

46 E Main St

457 E 22nd St

198 Lafayette

441-449 E 18th St
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58 Westervelt Ave

58 Westervelt Ave
Riverside, Paterson, NJ Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Riverside?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Riverside Studio Apartments | $1,650 | $1,650 | $1,650 |
| Riverside 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,629 | $1,470 | $1,750 |
| Riverside 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,324 | $1,800 | $3,995 |
| Riverside 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,462 | $2,200 | $2,900 |
| Riverside 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,400 | $2,400 | $2,400 |
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There are currently 20 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Riverside Neighborhood of Paterson, NJ.
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Cheapest Available Riverside Apartments for Rent
 | Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| 118 East 24th St Apartments | 1 Bd/ 1 Ba | 1BR,1BA | $1,700 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Riverside, NJ
As of June 30, 2026 the best value apartment in the Riverside area is the $1.70 price per square foot 2 Ann Pl Model at 2 Ann Pl, Unit 2 Ann Place Paterson NJ in the in the Southeast Ridgewood neighborhood starting from $1,700. The second greatest value Riverside apartment is the 119 Madison Ave Model at 119 Madison Ave, Unit Unit #1 starting at $2,400 with a $2.40 price per square foot in the Southeast Ridgewood 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2 Ann Pl, Unit 2 Ann Place Paterson NJ | 2 Ann Pl | 1BR,1BA | $1.70 |
| 119 Madison Ave, Unit Unit #1 | 119 Madison Ave | 3BR,1BA | $2.40 |
| 385 11th Ave | 385 11th Ave | 2BR,1BA | $1.95 |
| 118 East 24th St Apartments | 1 Bd/ 1 Ba | 1BR,1BA | $2.13 |
| 144 N 8th St, Unit 1 | 144 N 8th St | 2BR,1BA | $3.54 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleRiverside, Paterson, NJ
Ranked #15
Among cities in New Jersey for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
2.5Pet Friendly
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Riverside Apartments
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Riverside Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Riverside Apartment is $1,700 at 118 East 24th St Apartments.
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