
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Riverdale Neighborhood of Chicago, IL from $600 (67 Rentals)
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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 | $1,175 | $1,175 | $1,175 |
| Riverdale 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,303 | $1,200 | $1,500 |
| Riverdale 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,723 | $1,520 | $1,850 |
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There are currently 67 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Riverdale Neighborhood of Chicago, IL.
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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 13905-37 S Clark St priced from $1,145. Lakes Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $1,200. Here are the most affordable Riverdale apartments for rent in Chicago, IL:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| 13905-37 S Clark St | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath Apartment | 1BR,1BA | $1,145 |
| Lakes Apartments | 2 Bedroom Apartment | 2BR,1BA | $1,200 |
| 14021 S Tracy Ave | 2 Bedroom 1 Bath Apartment | 2BR,1BA | $1,250 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Riverdale, IL
As of November 16, 2025 the best value apartment in the Riverdale area is the $1.59 price per square foot 14141 S School St Model at 14141 S School St, Unit 1B in the in the College District neighborhood starting from $1,350. The second greatest value Riverdale apartment is the 2 Bedroom Townhouse Model at Lakes Apartments starting at $1,385 with a $1.66 price per square foot in the South Chicago 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 14141 S School St, Unit 1B | 14141 S School St | 2BR,1BA | $1.59 |
| Lakes Apartments | 2 Bedroom Townhouse | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.66 |
| 14021 S Tracy Ave | 2 Bedroom 1 Bath Apartment | 2BR,1BA | $1.65 |
| 89 Paxton Ave, Unit 89paxton | 89 Paxton Ave | 1BR,1BA | $1.62 |
| 13905-37 S Clark St | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath Apartment | 1BR,1BA | $1.67 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleRiverdale, Chicago, IL
Ranked #141
Among cities in Illinois for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
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2.5Pet Friendly
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Riverdale 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 $1,200 at Lakes Apartments.
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