Cheap Apartments for Rent in Riverdale, IL from $800 (81 Rentals)

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117 Buiding
1 Bedroom Apartments

117 Buiding

117 W 144th StRiverdale, IL 60827
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14141 S School St
2 Bedroom Apartments

14141 S School St

14141 S School StRiverdale, IL 60827
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14124 S Atlantic Ave
2 Bedroom Apartments

14124 S Atlantic Ave

14124 S Atlantic AveRiverdale, IL 60827
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14026 S School St
Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments

14026 S School St

14026 S School StRiverdale, IL 60827
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14020 S School
Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments

14020 S School

14020 S School StRiverdale, IL 60827

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14133 S School
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

14133 S School

14133 S School StRiverdale, IL 60827
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14031 S School
Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments

14031 S School

14031 S School StRiverdale, IL 60827
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14122 S School St
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

14122 S School St

14122 S School StRiverdale, IL 60827
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14127 S School St
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

14127 S School St

14127 S School StRiverdale, IL 60827
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14138 S School
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

14138 S School

14138 S School StRiverdale, IL 60827
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14101 S Atlantic
2 Bedroom Apartments

14101 S Atlantic

14101-14103 S Atlantic AveRiverdale, IL 60827
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14123 S Tracy
2 Bedroom Apartments

14123 S Tracy

14123-14125 S Tracy AveRiverdale, IL 60827
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14047 S Tracy Ave
2 Bedroom Apartments

14047 S Tracy Ave

14047 S Tracy AveRiverdale, IL 60827

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14119 S Tracy
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

14119 S Tracy

14113 S Tracy AveRiverdale, IL 60827
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14021 S Tracy
2 Bedroom Apartments

14021 S Tracy

14021 S Tracy AveRiverdale, IL 60827
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Whistler's Crossing
2 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Whistler's Crossing

13750 S Lowe AveRiverdale, IL 60827
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14015 S Tracy
2 Bedroom Apartments

14015 S Tracy

14015-14019 S Tracy AveRiverdale, IL 60827
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13256 S Prairie Ave
1 to 4 Bedroom Apartments

13256 S Prairie Ave

13256 S Prairie AveRiverdale, IL 60827
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10 W 137th St
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

10 W 137th St

10 W 137th StRiverdale, IL 60827
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14036-50 Tracy Ave
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

14036-50 Tracy Ave

14036-14050 S Tracy AveRiverdale, IL 60827

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12157 S Michigan Ave
1 Bedroom Apartments

12157 S Michigan Ave

12157 S Michigan AveChicago, IL 60628
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Riverdale, IL Local Guide

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Cheapest Available Riverdale Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Riverdale, IL is a 1 Bed unit found at 12013 S Eggleston Avenue in the South Chicago neighborhood priced from $950. 11214-18 S Indiana in the South Chicago neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $975. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Riverdale apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
12013 S Eggleston Avenue1 Bedroom |1 Bath1BR,1BA$950
11214-18 S Indiana0BR/1.0BAStudio,1BA$975
Meadow View Apartments2 Bedroom small2BR,1BA$1,123
2631 West 123rd Street1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$1,150
13905 S Clark1 Bedroom 1 Bath Apartment1BR,1BA$1,210
14021 S Tracy2 Bedroom 1 Bath Apartment2BR,1BA$1,225
14036-50 Tracy AveRVDL2BR12BR,1BA$1,350

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Riverdale, IL

As of August 21, 2026 the best value apartment in the Riverdale area is the $1.80 price per square foot 12132 S Michigan Ave Model at 12132 S Michigan Ave, Unit Michigan Property in the in the South Chicago neighborhood starting from $1,800. The second greatest value Riverdale apartment is the RVDL2BR1 Model at 14036-50 Tracy Ave starting at $1,350 with a $1.50 price per square foot in the College District 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.
12132 S Michigan Ave, Unit Michigan Property12132 S Michigan Ave3BR,1BA$1.80
14036-50 Tracy AveRVDL2BR12BR,1BA$1.50
12705 Honore St, Unit #2S12705 Honore St3BR,1BA$1.67
14513 S Richmond Ave, Unit 114513 S Richmond Ave2BR,1BA$1.44
14021 S Tracy2 Bedroom 1 Bath Apartment2BR,1BA$1.62
13905 S Clark1 Bedroom 1 Bath Apartment1BR,1BA$1.77
2631 West 123rd Street1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$1.92
Meadow View Apartments2 Bedroom small2BR,1BA$2.10
12013 S Eggleston Avenue1 Bedroom |1 Bath1BR,1BA$1.85
11214-18 S Indiana0BR/1.0BAStudio ,1BA$1.95

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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 Cheap Riverdale Apartments

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

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Riverdale Apartment is $950 at 12013 S Eggleston Avenue.

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 $1,123 at Meadow View Apartments.

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