
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Riverdale Neighborhood of Chicago, IL from $600 (59 Rentals)
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11111 S Vernon

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1653 Harbor Ave, Unit 3E
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Riverdale, Chicago, IL Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Riverdale?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Riverdale 1 Bedroom Apartments | $963 | $880 | $1,200 |
Riverdale 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,302 | $1,135 | $1,450 |
Riverdale 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,466 | $1,440 | $1,505 |
Riverdale 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,440 | $1,440 | $1,440 |
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Cheapest Available Riverdale Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Riverdale area of Chicago, IL is a 1 Bed unit found at 11111 S Vernon priced from $880. 14026 S School St has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $1,085. Here are the most affordable Riverdale apartments for rent in Chicago, IL:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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11111 S Vernon | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath Apartment | 1BR,1BA | $880 |
14026 S School St | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1,085 |
14015 S Tracy Ave | 2 Bedroom 1 Bath Apartment | 2BR,1BA | $1,145 |
Lakes Apartments | 4 Bedroom Townhouse | 4BR,1BA | $1,440 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Riverdale, IL
As of March 16, 2025 the best value apartment in the Riverdale area is the $1.41 price per square foot 1653 Harbor Ave Model at 1653 Harbor Ave, Unit 3E in the in the North River neighborhood starting from $1,200. The second greatest value Riverdale apartment is the 2 Bedroom Townhouse Model at Lakes Apartments starting at $1,300 with a $1.56 price per square foot in the North River neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Riverdale apartments based on price per square foot:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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1653 Harbor Ave, Unit 3E | 1653 Harbor Ave | 2BR,1BA | $1.41 |
Lakes Apartments | 2 Bedroom Townhouse | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.56 |
1638 Downs Dr, Unit 2nd floor | 1638 Downs Dr | 1BR,1BA | $1.25 |
14015 S Tracy Ave | 2 Bedroom 1 Bath Apartment | 2BR,1BA | $1.51 |
11111 S Vernon | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath Apartment | 1BR,1BA | $1.47 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Riverdale Apartments
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Riverdale Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Riverdale Apartment is $880 at 11111 S Vernon.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Riverdale Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Riverdale is starting from $1,145 at 14015 S Tracy Ave.
What is the most affordable Riverdale Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Riverdale Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Lakes Apartments and starts from $1,440.
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