
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Riverside Neighborhood of Raleigh, NC from $800 (42 Rentals)
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Room in House on Renyard Ct

Room in House on Dimaggio Dr

Overlooke at Simms Creek Apartments

Lexington on the Green

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Village at Town Center

Fox Haven Apartments

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Spring Forest

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Perry Point

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Falls Creek Apartments and Townhomes

Wynslow Park*

Cortland Falls River

Autumn Pointe

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Hudson 5401

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Level at 401
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North Hills at Town Center

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The Park at North Ridge

The Groves

Sterling Town Center
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Litchford 315 Apartments

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Everly on 401

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MILLBROOK POINTE

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Northridge Crossings

4031 Blackstone Dr

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4912 N New Hope Rd
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Riverside, Raleigh, NC Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Riverside?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Riverside Studio Apartments | $1,307 | $1,234 | $1,332 |
| Riverside 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,350 | $850 | $2,897 |
| Riverside 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,622 | $950 | $3,595 |
| Riverside 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,929 | $1,135 | $4,375 |
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There are currently 42 rentals with your search options within a 3 mile radius of the Riverside Neighborhood of Raleigh, NC.
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Cheapest Available Riverside Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Riverside area of Raleigh, NC is a 1 Bed unit found at Overlooke at Simms Creek Apartments priced from $850. Lexington on the Green has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $909. Here are the most affordable Riverside apartments for rent in Raleigh, NC:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Overlooke at Simms Creek Apartments | One Bedroom One Bathroom 60% | 1BR,1BA | $850 |
| Lexington on the Green | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $909 |
| Village at Town Center | Aspen | 1BR,1BA | $952 |
| The Domain Apartments | Phase 2 - 1 x 1 - Call For Availability | 1BR,1BA | $1,000 |
| Spring Forest | Willow | 1BR,1BA | $1,022 |
| Perry Point | Hickory | 1BR,1BA | $1,062 |
| Falls Creek Apartments and Townhomes | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,115 |
| Bluestone Apartments | A1 - Building 3 | 1BR,1BA | $1,134 |
| Wynslow Park* | Metropolitan | 1BR,1BA | $1,150 |
| Cortland Falls River | Alexander | 1BR,1BA | $1,150 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Riverside, NC
As of March 01, 2026 the best value apartment in the Riverside area is the $1.20 price per square foot Sycamore Model at Village at Town Center in the in the Northridge Trace neighborhood starting from $1,319. The second greatest value Riverside apartment is the 2B - Wynbrook Model at Litchford 315 Apartments starting at $1,422 with a $1.38 price per square foot in the Northridge Trace 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Village at Town Center | Sycamore | 2BR,2BA | $1.20 |
| Litchford 315 Apartments | 2B - Wynbrook | 2BR,2BA | $1.38 |
| MILLBROOK POINTE | 2 Bedroom 2 Bathroom | 2BR,2BA | $1.37 |
| River Haven | River | 2BR,2BA | $1.40 |
| Ridgestone Apartments | B1 - Standard | 2BR,2BA | $1.40 |
| The Domain Apartments | Phase 2 - 1 x 1 Upgrade-Call For Availability | 1BR,1BA | $1.33 |
| Bluestone Apartments | A1 - Building 3 | 1BR,1BA | $1.41 |
| Falls Creek Apartments and Townhomes | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.41 |
| Lexington on the Green | A3 | 1BR,1BA | $1.32 |
| Overlooke at Simms Creek Apartments | One Bedroom One Bathroom 60% | 1BR,1BA | $1.28 |
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Among cities in North Carolina for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Riverside Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Riverside?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Riverside is at Level at 401 listed at $1,234.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Riverside Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Riverside Apartment is $850 at Overlooke at Simms Creek Apartments.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Riverside Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Riverside is starting from $950 at Overlooke at Simms Creek Apartments.
What is the most affordable Riverside Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Riverside Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Overlooke at Simms Creek Apartments and starts from $1,225.
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