
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Riverdale Neighborhood of Riverdale, IL from $650 (100 Rentals)
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13906 S Indiana Ave

13826 S La Salle St

14113 S Stewart

14143 S Tracy Ave

13940 S Edbrooke Ave

455 W 144th St

14401 S Normal Ave

13844 S Atlantic Ave

500 W 144th St
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14118 S Atlantic Ave

14120 S Tracy Ave

14040 S School Street

14113 S School St

14108 S Tracy Ave

13944 S Indiana Ave

14112-14114 S Tracy Ave

407-409 W 144th St

14047 S School St

14032 S School St
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14330 S Stewart Ave

13946 S Wabash Ave

14019 S School St

14141 S Tracy Ave

14128 S School St

14331 S Edbrooke Ave

14123 S School St

8 E 138th St

14135 S Tracy Ave

14028 S Atlantic Ave
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14020-14022 S Atlantic Ave

14137 S Tracy Ave

150 E 143rd St

332-334 W 138th St

13800 S Dearborn St

14107 S School St

14101 S Stewart Ave

13929 S Atlantic Ave

14041 S Stewart Ave

14131 S Tracy Ave
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14132 S School

52 E 136th St

509 W 144th Street

13926-13930 S Indiana Ave

Courtyards

14121 S Stewart Ave

70-74 E 138th St

Courtyards

14039 S Atlantic Ave

14033-14035 S Atlantic Ave
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Riverdale, Riverdale, IL Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Riverdale?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Riverdale 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,208 | $1,200 | $1,210 |
| Riverdale 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,323 | $1,215 | $1,500 |
| Riverdale 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,545 | $1,455 | $1,875 |
| Riverdale 4 Bedroom Apartments | $3,479 | $1,475 | $5,483 |
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There are currently 100 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Riverdale Neighborhood of Riverdale, IL.
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Cheapest Available Riverdale Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Riverdale area of Chicago, IL is a 1 Bed unit found at 13905 S Clark priced from $1,210. 14021 S Tracy has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $1,225. Here are the most affordable Riverdale apartments for rent in Chicago, IL:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| 13905 S Clark | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath Apartment | 1BR,1BA | $1,210 |
| 14021 S Tracy | 2 Bedroom 1 Bath Apartment | 2BR,1BA | $1,225 |
| 14036-50 Tracy Ave | RVDL2BR1 | 2BR,1BA | $1,350 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Riverdale, IL
As of August 23, 2026 the best value apartment in the Riverdale area is the $1.50 price per square foot RVDL2BR1 Model at 14036-50 Tracy Ave in the in the College District neighborhood starting from $1,350. The second greatest value Riverdale apartment is the 2 Bedroom 1 Bath Apartment Model at 14021 S Tracy starting at $1,225 with a $1.62 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 Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 14036-50 Tracy Ave | RVDL2BR1 | 2BR,1BA | $1.50 |
| 14021 S Tracy | 2 Bedroom 1 Bath Apartment | 2BR,1BA | $1.62 |
| 13905 S Clark | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath Apartment | 1BR,1BA | $1.77 |
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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 $1,210 at 13905 S Clark.
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