
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Riverdale Neighborhood of Huntersville, NC from $1,000 (23 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in the Riverdale area of Huntersville.


The Landings at Northcross

Bexley Commons at Rosedale

Holly Crest Apartments

The Alcove at Birkdale Village

Silver Collection at The Park

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The Lodges of Huntersville

7618 Prairie Rose Ln

Camden Sedgebrook

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Greys Harbor at Lake Norman

The Glens at Birkdale Commons
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8004 Strandhill Rd

Reserve at Kenton Place Apartment Homes

18011 Lynn Ln

17905 Delmas Dr

McDowell Creek Court
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Riverdale, Huntersville, NC Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Riverdale?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Riverdale Studio Apartments | $1,603 | $1,593 | $1,613 |
| Riverdale 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,657 | $1,045 | $3,148 |
| Riverdale 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,037 | $1,414 | $4,265 |
| Riverdale 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,497 | $1,685 | $4,810 |
| Riverdale 4 Bedroom Apartments | $5,050 | $4,925 | $5,175 |
Browse Apartments in this Neighborhood
There are currently 23 rentals with your search options within a 3 mile radius of the Riverdale Neighborhood of Huntersville, NC.
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Cheapest Available Riverdale Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Riverdale area of Charlotte, NC is a 1 Bed unit found at Reserve at Kenton Place Apartment Homes priced from $1,175. Bexley Commons at Rosedale has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,319. Here are the most affordable Riverdale apartments for rent in Charlotte, NC:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Reserve at Kenton Place Apartment Homes | One Bedroom- 807 sqft | 1BR,1BA | $1,175 |
| Bexley Commons at Rosedale | Allegro | 1BR,1BA | $1,319 |
| The Alcove at Birkdale Village | Amberly | 1BR,1BA | $1,345 |
| Silver Collection at The Park | Azalea | 1BR,1BA | $1,349 |
| Holly Crest Apartments | A1-6 | 1BR,1BA | $1,350 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Riverdale, NC
As of May 27, 2026 the best value apartment in the Riverdale area is the $1.58 price per square foot BE1T - Townhome Model at Legacy Cornelius Apartments in the in the Riverdale neighborhood starting from $2,010. The second greatest value Riverdale apartment is the The Tides Model at McDowell Creek Court starting at $1,595 with a $1.50 price per square foot in the Riverdale 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Legacy Cornelius Apartments | BE1T - Townhome | 2BR,2.5BA | $1.58 |
| McDowell Creek Court | The Tides | 2BR,2BA | $1.50 |
| Haven at Birkdale Village | 1BT | 1BR,1BA | $2.16 |
| MAA Huntersville | 22A | 2BR,2BA | $1.70 |
| The Fairways at Birkdale Apartment Homes | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.74 |
| Reserve at Kenton Place Apartment Homes | One Bedroom- 807 sqft | 1BR,1BA | $1.46 |
| Holly Crest Apartments | A2-2 | 1BR,1BA | $1.88 |
| The Alcove at Birkdale Village | Ashford | 1BR,1BA | $1.85 |
| Bexley Commons at Rosedale | Allegro | 1BR,1BA | $1.76 |
| Silver Collection at The Park | African Lily | 1BR,1BA | $2.17 |
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Riverdale Apartments
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Riverdale?
The cheapest apartment in Riverdale is Reserve at Kenton Place Apartment Homes which is listed at $1,180, while the average apartment in Riverdale costs $4,925.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Riverdale?
Student, low-income, and by-the-bed apartments are typically the cheapest rentals in most cities, though they require qualifying criteria to rent. There are 11 regular apartments in Riverdale that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
How do the prices of cheap apartments compare to the average apartment in Riverdale?
Cheap apartments in Riverdale have an average cost of $164 which is $4,761 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Riverdale.
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