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236 Greenwich Ave

132 Summer St

700 Summer St

138 Woodside Green

51 Schuyler Ave, Unit 4G

13 W Washington Ave, Unit Apt 15
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How much does it cost to rent a home in Riverside?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Riverside 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $4,680 | $2,700 | $10,000+ |
| Riverside 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $7,461 | $3,500 | $10,000+ |
| Riverside 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $14,061 | $6,995 | $10,000+ |
| Riverside 5 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $19,250 | $10,000 | $10,000+ |
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Cheapest Available Riverside Apartments for Rent and Nearby
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Riverside, CT is a Studio unit found at Spruce Heights in the Shippan Point neighborhood priced from $1,833. The Stanley in the Shippan Point neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,935. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Riverside apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Spruce Heights | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,833 |
| The Stanley | Studio with Sleeping Nook | Studio,1BA | $1,935 |
| Southwood Square | 2 Bedroom 2 Bath Townhouse | 2BR,2BA | $2,250 |
| Metro Green Terrace | 1 BR, 1 BA | 1BR,1BA | $2,395 |
| 75 Tresser Blvd Apartments | Studio (SC-A) | Studio,1BA | $2,480 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Riverside, CT and Nearby
As of August 16, 2026 the best value apartment in the Riverside area is the $1.70 price per square foot 2 Bedroom 2 Bath Townhouse Model at Southwood Square in the in the Shippan Point neighborhood starting from $2,250. The second greatest value Riverside apartment is the 2 Bed/2 Bath-Deerfield w/Loft Model at Stamford Corners starting at $4,211 with a $3.26 price per square foot in the Shippan 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Southwood Square | 2 Bedroom 2 Bath Townhouse | 2BR,2BA | $1.70 |
| Stamford Corners | 2 Bed/2 Bath-Deerfield w/Loft | 2BR,2BA | $3.26 |
| TGM Anchor Point | B3 | 2BR,2BA | $3.20 |
| Metro Green Court | B2ICL | 2BR,2BA | $2.68 |
| 25 Melrose Pl, Unit 1F | 25 Melrose Pl | 3BR,1BA | $2.80 |
| Parallel 41 | 2x2 (823-b08) | 2BR,2BA | $3.16 |
| 47 Whitmore Ln, Unit 1 | 47 Whitmore Ln | 2BR,1BA | $2.22 |
| Baypointe | B4 | 2BR,2BA | $3.38 |
| Summer House Apartments | Unit 7 | Studio ,1BA | $3.56 |
| Metro Green Terrace | 1 BR, 1 BA | 1BR,1BA | $3.40 |
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What type of rentals are currently available in Riverside?
There are currently 210 Apartments for Rent in Riverside, CT with pricing that ranges from $1,833 to $12,801. There are also 86 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Riverside ranging from $1,700 to $30,000.
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 $1,700 to $30,000 with an average monthly rent of $7,024.
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