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12157 S Michigan Ave
1 Bedroom Apartments

12157 S Michigan Ave

12157 S Michigan AveChicago, IL 60628
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Baric Commons
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Baric Commons

232 E 121st PlzChicago, IL 60628
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11932 S Stewart
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

11932 S Stewart

11932 S Stewart AveChicago, IL 60628
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11250 S Indiana
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

11250 S Indiana

11250-11256 S Indiana AveChicago, IL 60628
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12000 S Eggleston
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

12000 S Eggleston

12000 S Eggleston AveChicago, IL 60628
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117 Buiding
1 Bedroom Apartments

117 Buiding

117 W 144th StRiverdale, IL 60827
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14141 S School St
2 Bedroom Apartments

14141 S School St

14141 S School StRiverdale, IL 60827

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14124 S Atlantic Ave
2 Bedroom Apartments

14124 S Atlantic Ave

14124 S Atlantic AveRiverdale, IL 60827
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14026 S School St
Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments

14026 S School St

14026 S School StRiverdale, IL 60827
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14020 S School
Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments

14020 S School

14020 S School StRiverdale, IL 60827
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14133 S School
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

14133 S School

14133 S School StRiverdale, IL 60827
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14031 S School
Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments

14031 S School

14031 S School StRiverdale, IL 60827
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14122 S School St
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

14122 S School St

14122 S School StRiverdale, IL 60827
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14127 S School St
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

14127 S School St

14127 S School StRiverdale, IL 60827
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14138 S School
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

14138 S School

14138 S School StRiverdale, IL 60827

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14101 S Atlantic
2 Bedroom Apartments

14101 S Atlantic

14101-14103 S Atlantic AveRiverdale, IL 60827
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14123 S Tracy
2 Bedroom Apartments

14123 S Tracy

14123-14125 S Tracy AveRiverdale, IL 60827
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14047 S Tracy Ave
2 Bedroom Apartments

14047 S Tracy Ave

14047 S Tracy AveRiverdale, IL 60827
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14119 S Tracy
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

14119 S Tracy

14113 S Tracy AveRiverdale, IL 60827
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14021 S Tracy
2 Bedroom Apartments

14021 S Tracy

14021 S Tracy AveRiverdale, IL 60827
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Whistler's Crossing
2 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Whistler's Crossing

13750 S Lowe AveRiverdale, IL 60827
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14015 S Tracy
2 Bedroom Apartments

14015 S Tracy

14015-14019 S Tracy AveRiverdale, IL 60827
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13256 S Prairie Ave
1 to 4 Bedroom Apartments

13256 S Prairie Ave

13256 S Prairie AveRiverdale, IL 60827
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10 W 137th St
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

10 W 137th St

10 W 137th StRiverdale, IL 60827

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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 1 Bed unit found at 12013 S Eggleston Avenue priced from $950. 11932 S Stewart has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $995. Here are the most affordable Riverdale apartments for rent in Chicago, IL:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
12013 S Eggleston Avenue1 Bedroom |1 Bath1BR,1BA$950
11932 S Stewart1 Bedroom 1 Bath Apartment1BR,1BA$995
13905 S Clark1 Bedroom 1 Bath Apartment1BR,1BA$1,210
14021 S Tracy2 Bedroom 1 Bath Apartment2BR,1BA$1,225
14036-50 Tracy AveRVDL2BR12BR,1BA$1,350

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Riverdale, IL

As of August 25, 2026 the best value apartment in the Riverdale area is the $1.80 price per square foot 12132 S Michigan Ave Model at 12132 S Michigan Ave, Unit Michigan Property in the in the South Chicago neighborhood starting from $1,800. The second greatest value Riverdale apartment is the RVDL2BR1 Model at 14036-50 Tracy Ave starting at $1,350 with a $1.50 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.
12132 S Michigan Ave, Unit Michigan Property12132 S Michigan Ave3BR,1BA$1.80
14036-50 Tracy AveRVDL2BR12BR,1BA$1.50
14021 S Tracy2 Bedroom 1 Bath Apartment2BR,1BA$1.62
13905 S Clark1 Bedroom 1 Bath Apartment1BR,1BA$1.77
11932 S Stewart1 Bedroom 1 Bath Apartment1BR,1BA$1.52
12013 S Eggleston Avenue1 Bedroom |1 Bath1BR,1BA$1.85

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Best Neighborhoods to Rent in Near Chicago's Top Employers: A Guide for Renters

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Riverdale, Chicago, IL

Ranked #129

Among cities in Illinois for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

2.5
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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 $950 at 12013 S Eggleston Avenue.

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 14021 S Tracy.

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