
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Riverside, NJ from $500 (26 Rentals)
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River Terrace Apartments

850 Station Ave

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Riverview Crossings

Waterside Apartments

Cedar Court apartments
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44303 Delaire Landing Rd

Tenby Chase Apartments

Delaire Landing

Hunters Glen

307 Edgewood Ave

The Courtyards
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Chester Woods Apartments

The Avery Townhome Apartments

63 Foxglove Dr

Cornerstone at Delanco

6105 Torresdale Ave

Primavera Square
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9317 Cottage St

4210 Lyman Dr

231 Broad St

9911 Lackland Dr

13 River Ln

427 Buttonwood St
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16 Radnor Ct

617 3rd St
Riverside, NJ Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Riverside?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Riverside Studio Apartments | $1,961 | $1,325 | $2,280 |
| Riverside 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,734 | $975 | $2,419 |
| Riverside 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,213 | $1,480 | $5,403 |
| Riverside 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,690 | $2,360 | $3,000 |
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Cheapest Available Riverside Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Riverside, NJ is a 1 Bed unit found at Riverview Crossings in the Ashton Woodenbridge neighborhood priced from $1,215. Cedar Court apartments in the Ashton Woodenbridge neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,395. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Riverside apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Riverview Crossings | One Bedroom, Junior | 1BR,1BA | $1,215 |
| Cedar Court apartments | Lr 1Bd/1Ba | 1BR,1BA | $1,395 |
| Tenby Chase Apartments | Devonshire | 1BR,1BA | $1,549 |
| Waterside Apartments | Waters Pointe 1 Bdrm - C | 1BR,1BA | $1,549 |
| Hunters Glen | 1 BDRM UP | 1BR,1BA | $1,600 |
| The Courtyards | The Abbey - 1BR 1BA | 1BR,1BA | $1,735 |
| The Mill at Riverside | THE FILLMORE I - 1BR/1BA | 1BR,1BA | $1,759 |
| Chester Woods Apartments | Pine Model | 1BR,1BA | $1,855 |
| The Avery Townhome Apartments | One Bedroom Interior Unit | 1BR,1BA | $1,940 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Riverside, NJ
As of June 05, 2026 the best value apartment in the Riverside area is the $1.82 price per square foot The Carlisle - 1BR 1 BA Den Model at The Courtyards in the in the Royal Oaks neighborhood starting from $1,875. The second greatest value Riverside apartment is the 2 BDRM DOWN Model at Hunters Glen starting at $2,000 with a $2.09 price per square foot in the Fork Landing 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Courtyards | The Carlisle - 1BR 1 BA Den | 1BR,1BA | $1.82 |
| Hunters Glen | 2 BDRM DOWN | 2BR,1BA | $2.09 |
| The Avery Townhome Apartments | One Bedroom Interior Unit | 1BR,1BA | $2.05 |
| Cedar Court apartments | 2Br/1Ba | 2BR,1BA | $2.10 |
| Tenby Chase Apartments | Devonshire | 1BR,1BA | $2.21 |
| Chester Woods Apartments | Pine Model | 1BR,1BA | $2.70 |
| The Mill at Riverside | THE FILLMORE I - 1BR/1BA | 1BR,1BA | $2.67 |
| Waterside Apartments | Waters Pointe 1 Bdrm - C | 1BR,1BA | $2.47 |
| Riverview Crossings | One Bedroom, Large | 1BR,1BA | $2.29 |
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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 $1,215 at Riverview Crossings.
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 $1,595 at Cedar Court apartments.
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