Cheap Homes for Rent in the Riverside Neighborhood of Paterson, NJ from $1,600 (13 Rentals)

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property at 185 Governor St

$1,636

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$1,636

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$1,636

Studio, 1 Bath Condo for Rent

Available Aug 1

185 Governor St, Unit Studio

185 Governor St
PatersonNJ07501
property at 58 Westervelt Ave

$1,700

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$1,700

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$1,700

2 Bedroom, 1 Bath Home for Rent

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58 Westervelt Ave

HawthorneNJ07506
property at 58 Westervelt Ave

$1,700

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$1,700

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$1,700

2 Bedroom, 1 Bath Home for Rent

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58 Westervelt Ave

HawthorneNJ07506

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property at 144 Lawrence St

$1,999

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$1,999

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$1,999

3 Bedroom, 1 Bath Home for Rent

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144 Lawrence St

PatersonNJ07501

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Riverside, Paterson, NJ Local Guide

Cheapest Available Riverside Apartments for Rent

 
Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Hedges at HawthorneA11BR,1BA$2,735

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Riverside, NJ

As of July 30, 2026 the best value apartment in the Riverside area is the $2.27 price per square foot 494 E 18th St Model at 494 E 18th St, Unit 2nd Floor in the in the Eastside neighborhood starting from $2,500. The second greatest value Riverside apartment is the A1 Model at Hedges at Hawthorne starting at $2,735 with a $3.36 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 ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
494 E 18th St, Unit 2nd Floor494 E 18th St3BR,2BA$2.27
Hedges at HawthorneA11BR,1BA$3.36

Don't Settle: How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

Discover the insider tips from an attorney and real estate agent on how to negotiate your next apartment lease. Find out what's on the table and what's not, so you can save money and get the best terms possible.

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Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary | ApartmentHomeLiving.com Renter University

From the letter A all the way to the letter Z, the Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary from the content team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provides our visitors and shoppers with a little clarity and helpful guidance in navigating the real estate world through definitions and explainers for the top subjects and terms that someone may come across during the leasing, buying, or selling process.

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Riverside, Paterson, NJ

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Among cities in New Jersey for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.

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Frequently Asked Questions about Riverside

What type of rentals are currently available in Riverside?

There are currently 113 Apartments for Rent in Riverside, NJ with pricing that ranges from $1,470 to $3,995. There are also 27 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Riverside ranging from $1,636 to $3,799.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Riverside?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Riverside ranges from $1,636 to $3,799 with an average monthly rent of $2,197.

Expert Rental Resources

The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

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Rent According to Income: A Look at Income-Restricted Rentals

Written by: Robin Stewart

The idea of affordable housing can be subjective. Every individual is in a different place financially and vocationally. What one may easily afford could be a struggle for someone else.

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First Apartment Regrets: Real Renters Share What They'd Do Differently

Written by: Robin Stewart

Hindsight is 20/20. Live and Learn. With age comes wisdom. We’re familiar with all those expressions, and all of them apply to lessons first-time renters learn.

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Renters Insurance 101: What It Is, What It Covers, and Why You Need It

Written by: Robin Stewart

Insurance seems to be a part of life. In some states, having insurance is the law, as is the case for automobile insurance. Renters are no exception.

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Apartment Occupancy Rates: Renter Attraction vs Renter Retention

Written by: Robin Stewart

There’s a tenet in marketing about client or customer attraction and retention. Studies and data have consistently shown it costs less to keep a current customer than to attract a new one.