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The most affordable apartments for rent in Riverside, Cambridge

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Published on January 08, 2020
The most affordable apartments for rent in Riverside, Cambridge 11 Elmer St. | Photo: Zumper

According to rental site Zumper, median rents for a one bedroom in Riverside are hovering around $2,300, compared to a $2,500 one-bedroom median for Cambridge as a whole.

But how does the low-end pricing on a Riverside rental look these days — and what might you get for the price?

We took a look at local listings from Zumper and Apartment Guide to find out what budget-minded apartment seekers can expect to find in the neighborhood, which, according to Walk Score ratings, is a "walker's paradise," is great for biking and boasts excellent transit options.

Take a look at the cheapest listings available right now, below. (Note: Prices and availability are subject to change.)

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11 Elmer St.

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Listed at $1,775/month, this 500-square-foot studio apartment, located at 11 Elmer St., is 9.0% less than the $1,950/month median rent for a studio in Riverside.

The building offers on-site laundry; in the unit, the listing promises a dishwasher, an eat-in kitchen, hardwood flooring and central heating. Pets are not welcome.

(See the complete listing here.)

27 Putnam Ave.

Photo: Zumper
Photo: Zumper

This studio apartment, situated at 27 Putnam Ave., is listed for $1,800/month.

You'll see central heating and air conditioning in the unit. The property is cat-friendly.

(See the complete listing here.)

140 Athens St.

Photo: Zumper
Photo: Zumper

Here's a one-bedroom, one-bathroom apartment at 140 Athens St., which is going for $2,100/month.

The building comes with on-site laundry. The apartment also has a deck, hardwood flooring and an eat-in kitchen. Pets are not welcome.

(See the full listing here.)

1204 Massachusetts Ave.

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Photo: Zumper

Then there's this 700-square-foot apartment with one bedroom and one bathroom at 1204 Massachusetts Ave., listed at $2,200/month.

In the unit, you'll find a walk-in closet, carpeted floors and a dishwasher. Pets are not permitted. Amenities offered in the building include on-site laundry, an elevator and additional storage space. Look out for a broker's fee equal to one month's rent.

(See the listing here.)

890 Massachusetts Ave.

Photo: Zumper
Photo: Zumper

And finally here's a one-bedroom, one-bathroom rental at 890 Massachusetts Ave., which, with 450 square feet, is going for $2,245/month.

Amenities offered in the building include on-site laundry and an elevator. In the unit, you're promised central heating, hardwood flooring, high ceilings and a dishwasher. Pet owners, inquire elsewhere: This spot doesn't allow cats or dogs.

(Check out the listing here.)


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