Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Riverdale Neighborhood of Dedham, MA from $1,700 (16 Rentals)

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Riverdale, Dedham, MA Local Guide

Cheapest Available Riverdale Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Riverdale area of Boston, MA is a Studio unit found at 1459-1461 VFW Pky priced from $1,725. Stony Brook Commons has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,754. Here are the most affordable Riverdale apartments for rent in Boston, MA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
1459-1461 VFW PkyStudioStudio,1BA$1,725
Stony Brook CommonsStudio AStudio,1BA$1,754
Parkway ApartmentsA021BR,1BA$2,487
The Avens at Dedham StationA1 896 | 1 Bed | 1 Bath1BR,1BA$2,804
Jefferson at Dedham StationVan Buren1BR,1BA$2,854

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Riverdale, MA

As of May 21, 2025 the best value apartment in the Riverdale area is the $0.32 price per square foot 187 Bridge St Model at 187 Bridge St, Unit 2 in the in the East Dedham neighborhood starting from $3,200. The second greatest value Riverdale apartment is the 3 Bed/2.5 Bath Model at The Franklin at Hancock Village starting at $6,220 with a $3.24 price per square foot in the Chestnut Hill 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.
187 Bridge St, Unit 2187 Bridge St2BR,2BA$0.32
The Franklin at Hancock Village3 Bed/2.5 Bath3BR,2.5BA$3.24
Charles River LandingPlan F (A1CD)1BR,1BA$2.99
The Avens at Dedham StationA1 896 | 1 Bed | 1 Bath1BR,1BA$3.13
Oak Row ApartmentsHolly1BR,1BA$3.96
Hancock Village1 Bedroom Townhome - Heat and Hot Water Included1BR,1BA$3.99
Jefferson at Dedham StationJefferson1BR,1BA$3.70
Parkway ApartmentsA01c1BR,1BA$3.55
1459-1461 VFW PkyStudioStudio ,1BA$3.08
Stony Brook CommonsStudio AStudio ,1BA$3.75

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Riverdale, Dedham, MA

Ranked #1

Among neighborhoods in Dedham, MA for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

2.5
Pet Friendly

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Getting Around the Riverdale Neighborhood in Dedham, MA

Walk Score®

56 / 100

Somewhat Walkable

Some errands can be accomplished on foot

Bike Score®

44 / 100

Somewhat Bikeable

Minimal bike infrastructure

Transit Score®

36 / 100

Some Transit

A few nearby public transportation options

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Riverdale Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Riverdale?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Riverdale is at 1459-1461 VFW Pky listed at $1,725.

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Riverdale Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Riverdale Apartment is $2,218 at Stony Brook Commons.

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 $2,920 at Stony Brook Commons.

What is the most affordable Riverdale Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Riverdale Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Stony Brook Commons and starts from $3,643.

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