
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the West Riverdale Neighborhood of Riverdale, MD from $800 (40 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in the West Riverdale area of Riverdale.


Riverdale Village Apartments

River Crossing

Jefferson Hall

The Current at Riverdale Park

5207 38th Ave

6049 Beake St

Prince Georges Apartments
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3418 Chester Aly

3418 Chester Aly

3418 Chester Aly

Plaza Towers

Courtyard Park

3503 Carnaby St

3503 Carnaby St, Unit A4 First Floor, Unit A4 First Floor

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Landon Court Apartments
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Garfield Court Apartments

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Castle Manor Apartments

4112 Queensbury Rd, Unit 3

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The Highline

4701 Ravenswood Rd

4703 Ravenswood Rd

3450 Toledo Terrace

Palette at Arts District
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6120 41st Ave

Canvas

The Edition

6063 Soho Wy

3511 Stella Blue Dr

Oliver Gardens

43rd Flats

Fountain Park
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42ND FLATS

4200 Queensbury Rd

5207 38th Ave

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Hamilton Manor

4102 Queensbury Rd

5806 42nd Avenue
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West Riverdale, Riverdale, MD Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in West Riverdale?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| West Riverdale Studio Apartments | $1,761 | $1,191 | $2,225 |
| West Riverdale 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,941 | $1,349 | $2,525 |
| West Riverdale 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,517 | $1,475 | $5,342 |
| West Riverdale 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,851 | $1,866 | $3,215 |
| West Riverdale 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,404 | $1,324 | $1,474 |
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There are currently 40 rentals with your search options within a 1 mile radius of the West Riverdale Neighborhood of Riverdale, MD.
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Cheapest Available West Riverdale Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the West Riverdale area of Washington, MD is a Studio unit found at Park Tanglewood priced from $1,200. Plaza Towers has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,304. Here are the most affordable West Riverdale apartments for rent in Washington, MD:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Park Tanglewood | 0B1B | Studio,1BA | $1,200 |
| Plaza Towers | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,304 |
| Prince Georges Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,349 |
| Riverdale Village Apartments | One Bedroom/1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,350 |
| The Swift and The Current Apartments | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,350 |
| Fountain Park | 1Bedroom 1Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,383 |
| Courtyard Park | Rose | 1BR,1BA | $1,400 |
| Landon Court Apartments | 1 Bedroom Balcony | 1BR,1BA | $1,431 |
| Garfield Court Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,487 |
| Castle Manor Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,530 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in West Riverdale, MD
As of April 16, 2026 the best value apartment in the West Riverdale area is the $2.07 price per square foot Three Bedroom/1 Bath Model at Riverdale Village Apartments in the in the College Heights neighborhood starting from $2,478. The second greatest value West Riverdale apartment is the 3831 Hamilton Street Model at 3831 Hamilton Street, Unit #303 starting at $1,850 with a $1.85 price per square foot in the Kirkwood neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for West Riverdale apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Riverdale Village Apartments | Three Bedroom/1 Bath | 3BR,1BA | $2.07 |
| 3831 Hamilton Street, Unit #303 | 3831 Hamilton Street | 2BR,1BA | $1.85 |
| Plaza Towers | 1 Bedroom C | 1BR,1BA | $2.22 |
| Garfield Court Apartments | 2 Bedroom Premium | 2BR,1BA | $2.52 |
| Top of the Park | 1Bedroom 1Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.43 |
| Landon Court Apartments | 1 Bedroom Balcony | 1BR,1BA | $2.04 |
| Fountain Park | 1Bedroom 1Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.00 |
| Prince Georges Apartments | Renovated 1 Bedroom M-03 Tier | 1BR,1BA | $2.45 |
| Castle Manor Apartments | 1 Bedroom Premium | 1BR,1BA | $2.55 |
| Park Tanglewood | 0B1B | Studio ,1BA | $2.50 |
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap West Riverdale Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in West Riverdale?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in West Riverdale is under $1,530.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in West Riverdale?
The cheapest apartment in West Riverdale is Prince Georges Apartments which is listed at $1,349, while the average apartment in West Riverdale costs $3,102.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in West 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 104 regular apartments in West 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 West Riverdale?
Cheap apartments in West Riverdale have an average cost of $952 which is $2,150 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in West Riverdale.
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