
Apartments for Rent in the Riverdale Neighborhood of Chicago, IL (216 Rentals)


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12132 S Michigan Ave, Unit Michigan Property

112 W 113th Pl

12107 S Indiana Ave

11955 S State St

12436 S Princeton Ave

12015 S Stewart Ave

11335 S Langley Ave

16 E 118th Pl

353 W 120th St
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12026 S Union Ave

351 W 120th St

642 W 123rd St

11532 S Yale Ave

310 E 138th St

12609 S Yale Ave

12113 S State St

12430 S Wentworth Ave

12863 S Normal Ave

11809 S Lafayette Ave
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12406 S Normal Ave

557 W 126th St

12917 S Emerald Ave

12138 S Parnell Ave

148 W 117th St

12535 S Emerald Ave

11578 S Perry Ave

12219 S Lowe Ave

12215 S Union Ave

11320 S Edbrooke Ave
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12106 S Emerald Ave

13905 S Clark

14135 S La Salle St

13701 S Atlantic Ave

619 E 142nd St

414 W 144th St

1641 Patricia Pl, Unit 2

13701 S Atlantic Ave

1645 Downs Dr

14502 Cottage Grove Ave
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14500 Cottage Grove Ave

13841 Forest Ave

13943 S State St

14214 Minerva Ave

14204 Woodlawn Ave

201 E 143rd St

South Union

Altgeld Gardens / Phillip Murray Homes

52 E 136th St

251 E 138th St
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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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Riverdale 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,252 | $1,000 | $1,500 |
| Riverdale 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,324 | $1,050 | $1,500 |
| Riverdale 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,538 | $1,375 | $1,875 |
| Riverdale 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,475 | $1,475 | $1,475 |
How much does it cost to rent a home in Riverdale?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2 Bedroom Homes | $1,287 | $1,100 | $1,475 |
| 3 Bedroom Homes | $2,121 | $1,600 | $2,595 |
| 4 Bedroom Homes | $2,233 | $1,400 | $2,950 |
| 5 Bedroom Homes | $2,433 | $2,299 | $2,500 |
| 6 Bedroom Homes | $3,000 | $3,000 | $3,000 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleRiverdale, Chicago, IL
Ranked #129
Among cities in Illinois for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
2.5Pet Friendly
Frequently Asked Questions about Riverdale
What is the current pricing and availability for apartments for rent in the Riverdale area of Chicago, IL?
As of today, September 08, 2026, there are currently 216 available Riverdale apartments priced from $1,000 to $1,875, with an average monthly rent of $1,346.
What is the current price range for One Bedroom Riverdale Apartments for rent?
Today's rental pricing for One Bedroom Apartments in Riverdale ranges from $1,000 to $1,500 with an average monthly rent of $1,252.
What does renting a Two Bedroom Apartment in Riverdale cost?
The monthly rent prices of Two Bedroom Apartments currently available in Riverdale range from $1,050 to $1,500. Today's average rental price for Two Bedrooms here is $1,324.
How expensive are Riverdale Three Bedroom Apartments?
There are currently 32 Three Bedroom Apartments listings available in Riverdale on ApartmentHomeLiving.com. The pricing ranges from $1,375 to $1,875 - averaging $1,538 for the location.
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