
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Riverside, MO from $500 (31 Rentals)
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Riverside, MO Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Riverside?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Riverside Studio Apartments | $1,186 | $740 | $1,553 |
| Riverside 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,525 | $825 | $2,814 |
| Riverside 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,814 | $925 | $3,329 |
| Riverside 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,026 | $1,200 | $3,411 |
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Cheapest Available Riverside Apartments for Rent and Nearby
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Riverside, MO is a Studio unit found at Gateway at Skyline Apartments in the Kinsley Forest The Valley neighborhood priced from $775. Northland Passage Apartments in the Breen Hills Gardens neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $819. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Riverside apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Gateway at Skyline Apartments | 0BR/1.0BA | Studio,1BA | $775 |
| Northland Passage Apartments | Abbey | 1BR,1BA | $819 |
| El Chaparral Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $850 |
| BRIARCLIFF STUDIOS | S1 R W/D | 1BR,1BA | $895 |
| Riverside Heights Apartments | 1Bd/1Ba | 1BR,1BA | $917 |
| Riverside View | 2 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 2BR,1BA | $925 |
| Willow Lake | One Bed One Bath | 1BR,1BA | $975 |
| Timberline Apartments and Townhomes | Spruce (2x1) | 2BR,1BA | $1,075 |
| Latitude 72 | A2 | 2BR,1BA | $1,125 |
| NoRi | The Stream | 2BR,1BA | $1,135 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Riverside, MO and Nearby
As of July 30, 2026 the best value apartment in the Riverside area is the $0.89 price per square foot HT 2 Bedroom 1400 Model at Hilltop Townhomes in the in the Kensington neighborhood starting from $1,250. The second greatest value Riverside apartment is the 3 Bed-1 Bath Model at Clayton Apartments starting at $1,315 with a $1.05 price per square foot in the Kinsley Forest The Valley 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hilltop Townhomes | HT 2 Bedroom 1400 | 2BR,1BA | $0.89 |
| Clayton Apartments | 3 Bed-1 Bath | 3BR,1BA | $1.05 |
| FieldHouse Townhomes | C1 | 3BR,2BA | $1.64 |
| Latitude 72 | A2 | 2BR,1BA | $1.18 |
| Timberline Apartments and Townhomes | Spruce_R (2x1) | 2BR,1BA | $1.45 |
| Riverside View | 2 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.16 |
| CityView | S1 | Studio ,1BA | $1.53 |
| Riverside Heights Apartments | 1Bd/1Ba | 1BR,1BA | $1.29 |
| Willow Lake | One Bed One Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.50 |
| El Chaparral Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.33 |
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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 Gateway at Skyline Apartments listed at $775.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Riverside Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Riverside Apartment is $819 at Northland Passage 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 $925 at Riverside View.
What is the most affordable Riverside Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Riverside Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Clayton Apartments and starts from $1,315.
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