
Cheap Homes for Rent in Riverdale Neighborhood of Chicago, IL from $1,000 (12 Rentals)
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727 W 117th St

12863 S Normal Ave

11320 S Edbrooke Ave

14121 S Stewart Ave
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12056 S La Salle St

16 W 113th Pl

11314 S Prairie Ave

11314 S Prairie Ave
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557 W 126th St
Riverdale, Chicago, IL Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent a home in Riverdale?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Riverdale 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,616 | $1,425 | $1,820 |
Riverdale 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,806 | $1,350 | $2,500 |
Riverdale 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,249 | $1,400 | $2,700 |
Riverdale 5 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,200 | $2,200 | $2,200 |
Browse Homes for Rent in this Neighborhood
There are currently 12 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 2 Beds unit found at 14026 S School St priced from $1,150. 13905-37 S Clark St has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,180. Here are the most affordable Riverdale apartments for rent in Chicago, IL:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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14026 S School St | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1,150 |
13905-37 S Clark St | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath Apartment | 1BR,1BA | $1,180 |
Lakes Apartments | 2 Bedroom Apartment | 2BR,1BA | $1,200 |
14021 S Tracy Ave | 2 Bedroom 1 Bath Apartment | 2BR,1BA | $1,225 |
10 W 137th ST | 2 Bedroom 1 Bath Apartment | 2BR,1BA | $1,275 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Riverdale, IL
As of September 16, 2025 the best value apartment in the Riverdale area is the $1.50 price per square foot 13946 S State St Model at 13946 S State St, Unit 2nd Fl Apartment in the in the College District neighborhood starting from $1,500. The second greatest value Riverdale apartment is the 250 W 119th St Model at 250 W 119th St, Unit 250 W 119th Street 1st Fl starting at $1,700 with a $1.70 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. |
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13946 S State St, Unit 2nd Fl Apartment | 13946 S State St | 3BR,1BA | $1.50 |
250 W 119th St, Unit 250 W 119th Street 1st Fl | 250 W 119th St | 3BR,1BA | $1.70 |
Lakes Apartments | 2 Bedroom Townhouse | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.58 |
14026 S School St | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.39 |
10 W 137th ST | 2 Bedroom 1 Bath Apartment | 2BR,1BA | $1.55 |
14021 S Tracy Ave | 2 Bedroom 1 Bath Apartment | 2BR,1BA | $1.62 |
89 Paxton Ave, Unit 89paxton | 89 Paxton Ave | 1BR,1BA | $1.62 |
13905-37 S Clark St | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath Apartment | 1BR,1BA | $1.72 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleRiverdale, Chicago, IL
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Frequently Asked Questions about Riverdale
What type of rentals are currently available in Riverdale?
There are currently 178 Apartments for Rent in Riverdale, IL with pricing that ranges from $1,150 to $1,850. There are also 32 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Riverdale ranging from $1,000 to $2,700.
What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Riverdale?
Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Riverdale ranges from $1,000 to $2,700 with an average monthly rent of $1,774.
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