
Cheap Apartments for Rent near Riverside, TX from $359 (38 Rentals)
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Paper Moon Apartments

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Santa Fe Trails Apartments

University Club Huntsville

Forest Gate Apartments

The Oaks Apartments

Hillside Chateau Apartments

French Quarter Apartments
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2094 S Robb St

307 Bass Boat VLG

137 Lee Ln

314 Prospect Dr

Timbers Apartments

The Villages of Huntsville

Ridgewood West

990 FM247
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The Timbers

26620 Primrose Ct

26620 Primrose Ct

22358 Piney Point Rd

24605 Pools Creek Dr

1345 FM 405

127 Navaho Trail

37 Riverside Ln

496 Campground Rd
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37 C Riverside Ln

223 Rush Creek Ln
Riverside, TX Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Riverside?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Riverside Studio Apartments | $641 | $469 | $770 |
| Riverside 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,280 | $419 | $2,450 |
| Riverside 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,239 | $500 | $4,000 |
| Riverside 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,410 | $359 | $2,155 |
| Riverside 4 Bedroom Apartments | $564 | $399 | $1,600 |
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Cheapest Available Riverside Apartments for Rent and Nearby
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Riverside, TX is a Studio unit found at Santa Fe Trails Apartments in the Downtown Huntsville neighborhood priced from $469. University Club Huntsville in the Downtown Huntsville neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $569. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Riverside apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Santa Fe Trails Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $469 |
| University Club Huntsville | 1Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $569 |
| University Place Apartments | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $569 |
| Forest Gate Apartments | 1 bedroom 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $579 |
| Hillside Chateau Apartments | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath Flat | 1BR,1BA | $589 |
| The Heights | 5A | 5BR,5BA | $605 |
| Paper Moon Apartments | 2 Bed Loft | 2BR,1BA | $629 |
| The Oaks Apartments | 2 Bedroom 2 Bath | 2BR,2BA | $689 |
| French Quarter Apartments | 1 Bed / 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $700 |
| The Vineyard at Sam Houston | Spanish Garden 1x1 Small | 1BR,1BA | $789 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Riverside, TX and Nearby
As of September 13, 2026 the best value apartment in the Riverside area is the $0.29 price per square foot 4BR/4BA Model at Villas on Sycamore in the in the Downtown Huntsville neighborhood starting from $464. The second greatest value Riverside apartment is the 3 Bedroom 3 Bath Model at Bearkat Cottages starting at $699 with a $0.50 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 Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Villas on Sycamore | 4BR/4BA | 4BR,4BA | $0.29 |
| Bearkat Cottages | 3 Bedroom 3 Bath | 3BR,3BA | $0.50 |
| University Place Apartments | 3 Bedroom 2.5 Bath | 3BR,2.5BA | $0.94 |
| Encore at Sam Houston | 4BR/4BA | 4BR,4BA | $0.36 |
| The Oaks Apartments | 2 Bedroom 2 Bath | 2BR,2BA | $0.69 |
| Gateway at Huntsville | 2 Bed / 2 Bath | 2BR,2BA | $0.66 |
| The Quarters Huntsville | 2x2 | 2BR,2BA | $0.80 |
| Paper Moon Apartments | 2 Bed Loft | 2BR,1BA | $0.76 |
| Hillside Chateau Apartments | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath Flat | 1BR,1BA | $0.92 |
| University Club Huntsville | 1Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $0.89 |
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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 $569 at University Club Huntsville.
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 $619 at University Place Apartments.
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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