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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Riverdale?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Riverdale Studio Apartments | $1,151 | $1,085 | $1,225 |
Riverdale 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,460 | $900 | $2,005 |
Riverdale 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,688 | $1,225 | $3,250 |
Riverdale 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,947 | $1,525 | $2,315 |
Riverdale 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,100 | $2,100 | $2,100 |
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Cheapest Available Riverdale Apartments for Rent and Nearby
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Riverdale, CA is a 1 Bed unit found at Lockwood Arms Apartments in the Fresno-High neighborhood priced from $900. Sunset Sands in the Roosevelt neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,065. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Riverdale apartments for rent:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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Lockwood Arms Apartments | 1 BED | 1BR,1BA | $900 |
Sunset Sands | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,065 |
Sunny Gate Apartments | Plan A | 1BR,1BA | $1,092 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Riverdale, CA and Nearby
As of May 05, 2025 the best value apartment in the Riverdale area is the $1.58 price per square foot Cambridge Model at Kingsburg Villas in the in the Outer Eastern Suburban Fresno neighborhood starting from $1,735. The second greatest value Riverdale apartment is the Iron Bird Lofts 2 Bedroom Plan A Model at Iron Bird Lofts starting at $1,710 with a $1.61 price per square foot in the West Fresno 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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Kingsburg Villas | Cambridge | 3BR,2BA | $1.58 |
Iron Bird Lofts | Iron Bird Lofts 2 Bedroom Plan A | 2BR,1BA | $1.61 |
2024 N Cedar Ave | 3-Bedroom | 3BR,1BA | $1.63 |
Sierra Village Apartments | Downstairs 2x1 | 2BR,1BA | $1.35 |
Tanglewood Apartments | Upstairs/Downstairs | 2BR,1BA | $1.49 |
Heritage Apartments | Corner Unit | 2BR,1BA | $1.39 |
North Fruit Apartments | Apt UPSTAIRS | 2BR,1BA | $1.33 |
Courtyard at Central Park Apartments | 2x1 A | 2BR,1BA | $1.58 |
Sunset Sands | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.64 |
Lockwood Arms Apartments | 1 BED | 1BR,1BA | $1.38 |
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Getting Around Riverdale, CA
Walk Score®
15 / 100
Car-Dependent
Almost all errands require a car
Bike Score®
31 / 100
Somewhat Bikeable
Minimal bike infrastructure
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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 $900 at Lockwood Arms Apartments.
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 $1,225 at Sunny Gate Apartments.
What is the most affordable Riverdale Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Riverdale Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at La Casa Elegante and starts from $1,675.
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