Cheap Homes for Rent in Riverside Neighborhood of Cambridge, MA from $1,300 (54 Rentals)

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property at 166 Auburn St

166 Auburn St

CambridgeMA02139
property at 204 Banks St

204 Banks St, Unit B

204 Banks St
CambridgeMA02138

Boston's Best Affordable Neighborhoods

Learn about Boston and the best places to live around the area with original content written by our Boston, MA Local Expert Amelia Ramstead

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property at 10 Remington St

10 Remington St

CambridgeMA02138
property at 100 River St

100 River St, Unit 3

100 River St
CambridgeMA02139
property at 100 River St

100 River St

CambridgeMA02139
property at 39 Clinton St

39 Clinton St

CambridgeMA02139
property at 9 Ellery St

9 Ellery St

CambridgeMA02138
property at 6 Crawford St

6 Crawford St, Unit 4

6 Crawford St
CambridgeMA02139
property at 39 Lee St

39 Lee St, Unit 3A

39 Lee St
CambridgeMA02139
property at 434 Franklin St

434 Franklin St

CambridgeMA02139
property at 381 Harvard St

381 Harvard St

CambridgeMA02138
property at 2 Ware St

2 Ware St, Unit 403

2 Ware St
CambridgeMA02138
property at 2 Ware St

2 Ware St, Unit 403

2 Ware St
CambridgeMA02138
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Riverside, Cambridge, MA Local Guide

Cheapest Available Riverside Apartments for Rent

 
Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
929 MassSAStudio,1BA$2,265

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Riverside, MA

As of March 28, 2025 the best value apartment in the Riverside area is the $0.20 price per square foot 368 Broadway Model at 368 Broadway, Unit 2R in the in the Kendall Square neighborhood starting from $2,000. The second greatest value Riverside apartment is the 8 Goodman Rd Model at 8 Goodman Rd, Unit 1 starting at $2,000 with a $0.20 price per square foot in the Kendall Square 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.
368 Broadway, Unit 2R368 BroadwayStudio ,1BA$0.20
8 Goodman Rd, Unit 18 Goodman RdStudio ,1BA$0.20
287 Harvard St, Unit 19287 Harvard St2BR,1BA$0.26
23 Kelly Rd, Unit 123 Kelly Rd2BR,1BA$0.26
208 Banks St, Unit B208 Banks St1BR,1BA$0.24
204 Banks St, Unit #218-7204 Banks StStudio ,1BA$0.23
216 Banks St, Unit B216 Banks St1BR,1BA$0.24
381 Harvard St, Unit 1381 Harvard St1BR,1BA$0.24
335 Harvard St, Unit 1A335 Harvard St2BR,1BA$0.28
381 Harvard St, Unit 22381 Harvard St1BR,1BA$0.27

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Frequently Asked Questions about Riverside

What type of rentals are currently available in Riverside?

There are currently 784 Apartments for Rent in Riverside, MA with pricing that ranges from $1,075 to $15,000. There are also 316 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Riverside ranging from $1,300 to $15,000.

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 $1,300 to $15,000 with an average monthly rent of $4,905.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Riverside?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Riverside range from $1,075 to $13,915, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $2,950 to $11,000. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $3,995 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $2,005.

Expert Rental Resources

Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

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Understanding Amenity Fees: Know Where You Might Be Able to Save Money

Written by: Amber Kanuckel

With the rising costs of housing, a lot of renters are asking this question: Is it possible to opt out of various amenities that your rental property offers so that you can avoid paying the fees.

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Often, in the excitement of finding a new place to live, there’s a rush to make it happen, and - too often - a new tenant signs a lease without reading it carefully.

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Battling the Butts: Your Guide to the Reality of Smoke-Free Renting

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