Cheap Homes for Rent in Riverdale Neighborhood of Chicago, IL from $1,000 (7 Rentals)

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Riverdale, Chicago, IL Local Guide

Cheapest Available Riverdale Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Riverdale area of Chicago, IL is a 2 Beds unit found at 14122 S School St priced from $1,085. Lakes Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $1,195. Here are the most affordable Riverdale apartments for rent in Chicago, IL:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
14122 S School St2 Bedroom 1 Bath Apartment2BR,1BA$1,085
Lakes Apartments2 Bedroom Apartment2BR,1BA$1,195
1677-85 State St2 Bedroom 1 Bath Apartment with dining2BR,1BA$1,220

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Riverdale, IL

As of May 05, 2025 the best value apartment in the Riverdale area is the $0.81 price per square foot 13831 S Illinois St Model at 13831 S Illinois St, Unit 2 in the in the College District neighborhood starting from $1,375. The second greatest value Riverdale apartment is the 13825 S Illinois St Model at 13825 S Illinois St, Unit 1 starting at $1,200 with a $1.00 price per square foot in the College District neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Riverdale apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
13831 S Illinois St, Unit 213831 S Illinois St2BR,1BA$0.81
13825 S Illinois St, Unit 113825 S Illinois St1BR,1BA$1.00
13946 S State St, Unit Basement apartment13946 S State St2BR,1BA$1.40
Lakes Apartments2 Bedroom Apartment2BR,1BA$1.41
14015 S Tracy Ave2 Bedroom 1 Bath Apartment2BR,1BA$1.64
14122 S School St2 Bedroom 1 Bath Apartment2BR,1BA$1.53
1677-85 State St2 Bedroom 1 Bath Apartment with dining2BR,1BA$1.74

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Frequently Asked Questions about Riverdale

What type of rentals are currently available in Riverdale?

There are currently 184 Apartments for Rent in Riverdale, IL with pricing that ranges from $1,195 to $2,500. There are also 24 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Riverdale ranging from $1,000 to $3,800.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Riverdale?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Riverdale ranges from $1,000 to $3,800 with an average monthly rent of $2,214.

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

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Riverdale range from $1,265 to $2,000, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,600 to $3,000. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $1,400 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $2,095.

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