Cheap Apartments for Rent in Riverside, TX from $300 (11 Rentals)

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Riverside, TX Local Guide

Cheapest Available Riverside Apartments for Rent and Nearby

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Riverside, TX is a Studio unit found at University Place Apartments in the Downtown Huntsville neighborhood priced from $519. Santa Fe Trails Apartments in the Downtown Huntsville neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $519. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Riverside apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
University Place ApartmentsEfficiencyStudio,1BA$519
Santa Fe Trails ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$519
Paper Moon ApartmentsSmall StudioStudio,1BA$549
The Vineyard at Sam HoustonSpanish Garden 1x1 Small1BR,1BA$589
The Heights5A5BR,5BA$605

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Riverside, TX and Nearby

As of July 30, 2025 the best value apartment in the Riverside area is the $0.34 price per square foot 4BR/4BA Model at Encore at Sam Houston in the in the Downtown Huntsville neighborhood starting from $449. The second greatest value Riverside apartment is the 2 Bedroom 2 Bath Model at Hillside Chateau Apartments starting at $789 with a $0.79 price per square foot in the Downtown Huntsville 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.
Encore at Sam Houston4BR/4BA4BR,4BA$0.34
Hillside Chateau Apartments2 Bedroom 2 Bath2BR,2BA$0.79
The Heights2A2BR,2BA$1.05
The Oaks Apartments1 Bedroom 1 Bath1BR,1BA$1.09
French Quarter Apartments2 Bed / 1 Bath - Downstairs2BR,1BA$1.21
Ridgewood WestOne Bedroom One Bathroom1BR,1BA$1.14
Forest Gate Apartments1 bedroom 1 bath1BR,1BA$1.25
University Club Huntsville1Bed 1 Bath1BR,1BA$0.97
The Vineyard at Sam HoustonBarcelona 1x1 Large FREE ELECTRIC & INTERNET1BR,1BA$1.14
Santa Fe Trails ApartmentsStudioStudio ,1BA$1.27

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Riverside, TX

Ranked #356

Among cities in Texas for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

2.5
Pet Friendly

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Getting Around Riverside, TX

Walk Score®

20 / 100

Car-Dependent

Almost all errands require a car

Bike Score®

26 / 100

Somewhat Bikeable

Minimal bike infrastructure

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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 University Place Apartments listed at $519.

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Riverside Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Riverside Apartment is $589 at The Vineyard at Sam Houston.

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 $639 at The Vineyard at Sam Houston.

What is the most affordable Riverside Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Riverside Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at The Heights and starts from $740.

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