1 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in Riverdale, IL (221 Rentals)

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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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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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101 W 144th St
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101 W 144th St

101 W 144th 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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14141 S Tracy Ave
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14141 S Tracy Ave

14141 S Tracy AveRiverdale, 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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14132 S School
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14132 S School

14132 S SchoolRiverdale, IL 60827

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14123 S School St
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14123 S School St

14123 S School StRiverdale, IL 60827
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70-74 E 138th St
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70-74 E 138th St

70-74 E 138th StRiverdale, IL 60827
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14143 S Tracy Ave
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14143 S Tracy Ave

14143 S Tracy AveRiverdale, 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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117 Buiding
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117 Buiding

117 W 144th StRiverdale, 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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Riverdale, IL Local Guide

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Largest Available Riverdale 1 Bedroom Apartments

The largest available 1 Bedroom apartment unit in Riverdale, IL is found at 12157 S Michigan Ave in the South Chicago neighborhood and is 850 square feet priced from $850. 14036-50 Tracy Ave in the College District neighborhood has the second largest 1 Bedroom, which is sized at 784 square feet and currently listed start at $1,200. Here is today’s list of the largest available 1 Bedroom units in Riverdale:

Apartment ListingModel NameSquare FootagePriced From
12157 S Michigan Ave1 Bedroom Studio850 Sq Ft$850
14036-50 Tracy AveRVDL1BR1784 Sq Ft$1,200
13905 S Clark1 Bedroom 1 Bath Apartment685 Sq Ft$1,210
14020 S School1 Bedroom 1 Bath Apartment635 Sq Ft$945
14031 S School1 Bedroom 1 Bath Apartment620 Sq Ft$1,045

Cheapest Available Riverdale 1 Bedroom Apartments

As of July 08, 2026 the lowest priced 1 Bedroom apartment unit in Riverdale, IL is the 1 Bedroom |1 Bath Model starting from $845 at 12013 S Eggleston Avenue in the South Chicago neighborhood. The second most affordable Riverdale 1 Bedroom is the 1 Bedroom Studio Model at 12157 S Michigan Ave starting at $850 . The average price for all 1 Bedroom apartments in Riverdale is currently $1,167. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available 1 Bedroom options in Riverdale:

Apartment ListingModel NamePriced From
12013 S Eggleston Avenue1 Bedroom |1 Bath$845
12157 S Michigan Ave1 Bedroom Studio$850
14020 S School1 Bedroom 1 Bath Apartment$945
14031 S School1 Bedroom 1 Bath Apartment$1,045
14036-50 Tracy AveRVDL1BR1$1,200
13905 S Clark1 Bedroom 1 Bath Apartment$1,210

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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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Regshenna • 1+ 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 $1,167.

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

Today's apartment with the most square footage in Riverdale is a 850 square feet unit starting from $850 at 12157 S Michigan Ave.

What is the average size for Riverdale 1 Bedroom Apartments for rent?

The average size for a 1 Bedroom rental in Riverdale is currently 825 sq ft.

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