1 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in Riverdale, IL (168 Rentals)

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117 Buiding
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117 Buiding

117 W 144th StRiverdale, IL 60827
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14127 S School St
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14127 S School St

14127 S School StRiverdale, IL 60827
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14138 S School St
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14138 S School St

14138 S School StRiverdale, IL 60827
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14113 S Stewart
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14113 S Stewart

14113 S StewartRiverdale, IL 60827
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14331 Normal AveRiverdale, IL 60827
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14141 S Tracy Ave
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14141 S Tracy Ave

14141 S Tracy AveRiverdale, IL 60827

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14144 S School St
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14144 S School St

14144 S School StRiverdale, IL 60827
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455 W 144th St
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455 W 144th St

455 W 144th StRiverdale, IL 60827
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14137 S Tracy Ave
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14137 S Tracy Ave

14137 S Tracy AveRiverdale, IL 60827
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14128 S School St
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14128 S School St

14128 S School StRiverdale, IL 60827
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14036 S School St
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14036 S School St

14036 S School StRiverdale, IL 60827
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8 E 138th St
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8 E 138th St

8 E 138th StRiverdale, IL 60827

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14135 S Tracy Ave
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14135 S Tracy Ave

14135 S Tracy AveRiverdale, IL 60827
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14131 S Tracy Ave
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14131 S Tracy Ave

14131 S Tracy AveRiverdale, IL 60827
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Courtyards
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Courtyards

14100 S Atlantic AveRiverdale, IL 60827
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14047 S School St
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14047 S School St

14047 S School StRiverdale, IL 60827
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14120 S Tracy Ave
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14120 S Tracy Ave

14120 S Tracy AveRiverdale, IL 60827

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14112-14114 S Tracy Ave
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14112-14114 S Tracy Ave

14112-14114 S Tracy AveRiverdale, IL 60827
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14023 Stewart Ave
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14023 Stewart Ave

14023 Stewart AveRiverdale, IL 60827
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14019 S School St
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14019 S School St

14019 S School StRiverdale, IL 60827
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14107 S School St
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14107 S School St

14107 S School StRiverdale, IL 60827
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150 E 143rd St
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150 E 143rd St

150 E 143rd StRiverdale, IL 60827

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14113 S School St
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14113 S School St

14113 S School StRiverdale, IL 60827
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111-117 E 144th St
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111-117 E 144th St

111-117 E 144th StRiverdale, IL 60827
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513 W 144th St
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513 W 144th St

513 W 144th StRiverdale, IL 60827
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14031 S School St
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14031 S School St

14031 S School StRiverdale, IL 60827
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14044 S School St
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14044 S School St

14044 S School StRiverdale, IL 60827
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14043 S School St
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14043 S School St

14043 S School StRiverdale, IL 60827
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463 W 144th St
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463 W 144th St

463 W 144th StRiverdale, IL 60827
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Riverdale Manor
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Riverdale Manor

14420-14434 S Indiana AveRiverdale, IL 60827
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14132 S School
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14132 S School

14132 S SchoolRiverdale, IL 60827
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14026 S School St
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14026 S School St

14026 S School StRiverdale, IL 60827
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Largest Available Riverdale 1 Bedroom Apartments

Apartment ListingModel NameSquare FootagePriced From
13256 S Prairie Ave1 Bedroom 1 Bath Apartment578 Sq Ft$990
15840 Marshfield Ave1 Bed, 1 bath550 Sq Ft$1,400

Cheapest Available Riverdale 1 Bedroom Apartments

Apartment ListingModel NamePriced From
13256 S Prairie Ave1 Bedroom 1 Bath Apartment$990
15840 Marshfield Ave1 Bed, 1 bath$1,400

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Riverdale Overview

Riverdale is a small, quiet neighborhood located in the southernmost part of Chicago. This community-focused area is known for its popular rental market, walkable school district, and waterfront views along the Little Calumet River.áAs a close-knit community, Riverdale is full of families who have called this town home for generations. With a rich history of industrialization and some of the least-trafficked roads in Chicago, Riverdale stands out from other Chicago neighborhoods as a unique residential town. With nearly no single-family homes for sale in the area, the majority of Riverdale residents rentùmeaning that apartments in Riverdale are plentiful.á

Why live in Riverdale, IL?

Riverdale is a close-knit neighborhood that prides itself on the tight community that makes up this small town. Neighbors are more like family than acquaintances, and the location away from ChicagoÆs busy city center gives residents plenty of time to enjoy the simpler things like walkable neighborhoods and schools, as well as finding local employment opportunities that cut out a long daily commute.áRiverdale also has a unique housing market, with very few single-family homes for sale. Apartments in Riverdale are plentiful and inexpensive compared to other rentals in the Chicago area, ensuring you get the most out of your money.

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Getting Around Riverdale, IL

Walk Score®

43 / 100

Car-Dependent

Most errands require a car

Bike Score®

40 / 100

Somewhat Bikeable

Minimal bike infrastructure

Transit Score®

2 / 100

Minimal Transit

It may be possible to get on a bus

Riverdale, IL Area Reviews

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Regshenna1+ years in Riverdale

February 25, 2025

Good morning I am writing this review so others can see that it’s very nice living in riverdale. I raised my almost 20 year old daughter in riverdale now that I have 14-and 15 year old sons I would love to do the same but rent is just so expensive plus on top of that u have gas, food,lights and some want u to pay water bills as well wow like come on everyone do not have section 8 we have to pay cash I understand understand the cost of living has gone up but it’s like come on now.

Frequently Asked Questions about 1 Bedroom Riverdale Apartments

How much is the average rent for a 1 Bedroom Riverdale Apartment?

The average rent for a 1 Bedroom Apartment in Riverdale is $1,209.

What is the largest available 1 Bedroom Riverdale Apartment for rent?

Today's apartment with the most square footage in Riverdale is a 578 square feet unit starting from $990 at 13256 S Prairie Ave.

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