
Cheap Homes for Rent in Riverside Neighborhood of Cambridge, MA from $1,200 (48 Rentals)
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19 Putnam Ave

91 Hancock St, Unit B2

21 Fayette St, Unit 1

906 Massachusetts Ave, Unit 3

856 Massachusetts Ave, Unit 2

100 River St, Unit 2

100 River St, Unit 2

100 River St

406 Franklin St, Unit 2
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204 Banks St, Unit B

4 Trowbridge Pl

218 Banks St, Unit 7

26.5 Callender St

16 Clinton St

26 Callender St, Unit 26.5 U1

22 Callender St, Unit 1

10 Remington St

100 River St, Unit 3

329 Harvard St, Unit 1

51 Ellery St, Unit 3

39 Clinton St

2 Clinton St, Unit 22

1000 Massachusetts Ave, Unit 1008-307

872 Massachusetts Ave, Unit 508

2 Trowbridge Ter, Unit 3B

6 Crawford St

2 Clinton St

9 Ellery St

872 Massachusetts Ave

6 Crawford St, Unit 4

6 Crawford St, Unit 4

39 Lee St, Unit 3A

287 Harvard St

287 Harvard St, Unit 75

329 Harvard St, Unit 5

353 Harvard St, Unit 42

50 Hancock St, Unit 1

434 Franklin St, Unit 3

434 Franklin St

2 Ware St, Unit 2 Ware St #109

2 Ware St

1137 Massachusetts Ave, Unit 24

381 Harvard St, Unit 22

12 Mt Auburn St

2 Ware St, Unit 202

381 Harvard St

2 Ware St
Riverside, Cambridge, MA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent a home in Riverside?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
---|---|---|---|
Riverside 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $3,717 | $2,700 | $5,500 |
Riverside 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $5,799 | $2,950 | $10,000+ |
Riverside 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $6,224 | $3,995 | $10,000+ |
Riverside 5 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $7,035 | $1,225 | $8,599 |
Riverside 6 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $9,816 | $9,500 | $9,975 |
Riverside 7 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,325 | $1,325 | $1,325 |
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There are currently 48 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Riverside Neighborhood of Cambridge, MA.
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Cheapest Available Riverside Apartments for Rent
 Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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929 Mass | SA | Studio,1BA | $2,255 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Riverside, MA
As of March 23, 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 Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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368 Broadway, Unit 2R | 368 Broadway | Studio ,1BA | $0.20 |
8 Goodman Rd, Unit 1 | 8 Goodman Rd | Studio ,1BA | $0.20 |
204 Banks St, Unit #218-7 | 204 Banks St | Studio ,1BA | $0.23 |
208 Banks St, Unit B | 208 Banks St | 1BR,1BA | $0.24 |
216 Banks St, Unit B | 216 Banks St | 1BR,1BA | $0.24 |
381 Harvard St, Unit 1 | 381 Harvard St | 1BR,1BA | $0.24 |
287 Harvard St, Unit 19 | 287 Harvard St | 2BR,1BA | $0.26 |
23 Kelly Rd, Unit 1 | 23 Kelly Rd | 2BR,1BA | $0.26 |
381 Harvard St, Unit 22 | 381 Harvard St | 1BR,1BA | $0.27 |
335 Harvard St, Unit 1A | 335 Harvard St | 2BR,1BA | $0.28 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Riverside
What type of rentals are currently available in Riverside?
There are currently 799 Apartments for Rent in Riverside, MA with pricing that ranges from $1,075 to $15,000. There are also 319 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Riverside ranging from $1,225 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 $1,225 to $15,000 with an average monthly rent of $4,904.
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.
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