
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Riverdale Neighborhood of Chicago, IL from $600 (67 Rentals)
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South Union

433-437 W 119th St

11327 S King Dr

12000 S Eggleston Ave

11250-11256 S Indiana Ave

12157 S Michigan Ave

11932 S Stewart Ave

Riverdale Apartments

89 Paxton Ave, Unit 89paxton
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13906 S Indiana Ave

13940 S Edbrooke Ave

14143 S Tracy Ave

14113 S Stewart

13826 S La Salle St

14336 Blackstone Ave

14040 S School Street

14120 S Tracy Ave

251 E 138th St

102 Luella Ave
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14118 S Atlantic Ave

13844 S Atlantic Ave

1665 Patricia Pl

1666 Harbor Ave

14401 S Normal Ave

14113 S School St

455 W 144th St

500 W 144th St

1670 Patricia Pl

1669 Harbor Ave
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1650 Harbor Ave

14032 S School St

14330 S Stewart Ave

85 Paxton Ave

407-409 W 144th St

13946 S Wabash Ave

13944 S Indiana Ave

14108 S Tracy Ave

14047 S School St

14112-14114 S Tracy Ave
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1634 Harbor Ave

1689 Harbor Ave

14031 S School

14122 S School St

14127 S School St

14110 S Atlantic Ave

14123-14125 S Tracy Ave

14021 S Tracy Ave

Whistler's Crossing

13256 S Prairie Ave
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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Riverdale?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Riverdale 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,041 | $900 | $1,175 |
| Riverdale 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,312 | $1,170 | $1,600 |
| Riverdale 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,598 | $1,400 | $1,900 |
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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 12000 S Eggleston Ave priced from $930. 14138 S School St has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,135. Here are the most affordable Riverdale apartments for rent in Chicago, IL:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| 12000 S Eggleston Ave | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath Apartment | 1BR,1BA | $930 |
| 14138 S School St | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath Apartment | 1BR,1BA | $1,135 |
| Pangea Lakes | 2 Bedroom 1 Bath Apartment | 2BR,1BA | $1,170 |
| 14110 S Atlantic Ave | 2 Bedroom 1 Bath Apartment | 2BR,1BA | $1,195 |
| Riverdale Apartments | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath Apartment | 1BR,1BA | $1,210 |
| 14021 S Tracy Ave | 2 Bedroom 1 Bath Apartment | 2BR,1BA | $1,225 |
| 14015-14019 S Tracy Ave | 2 Bedroom 1 Bath Apartment | 2BR,1BA | $1,290 |
| 13256 S Prairie Ave | 2 Bedroom 1.5 Bath Townhouse | 2BR,1BA | $1,305 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Riverdale, IL
As of April 01, 2026 the best value apartment in the Riverdale area is the $1.40 price per square foot 2 Bedroom 1.5 Bath Townhouse Model at Pangea Lakes in the in the South Chicago neighborhood starting from $1,355. The second greatest value Riverdale apartment is the 2 Bedroom 1 Bath Apartment Model at 14110 S Atlantic Ave starting at $1,195 with a $1.55 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 Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pangea Lakes | 2 Bedroom 1.5 Bath Townhouse | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.40 |
| 14110 S Atlantic Ave | 2 Bedroom 1 Bath Apartment | 2BR,1BA | $1.55 |
| 13256 S Prairie Ave | 2 Bedroom 1.5 Bath Townhouse | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.72 |
| 14021 S Tracy Ave | 2 Bedroom 1 Bath Apartment | 2BR,1BA | $1.62 |
| 14015-14019 S Tracy Ave | 2 Bedroom 1 Bath Apartment | 2BR,1BA | $1.70 |
| 89 Paxton Ave, Unit 89paxton | 89 Paxton Ave | 1BR,1BA | $1.62 |
| Riverdale Apartments | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath Apartment | 1BR,1BA | $1.77 |
| 14138 S School St | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath Apartment | 1BR,1BA | $1.83 |
| 12000 S Eggleston Ave | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath Apartment | 1BR,1BA | $1.51 |
| 416 W 144th St, Unit 2 R | 416 W 144th St | 1BR,1BA | $2.17 |
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 $1,170 at Pangea Lakes.
What is the most affordable Riverdale Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Riverdale Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Pangea Lakes and starts from $1,495.
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