
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

The Swift and The Current Apartments

River Crossing

Jefferson Hall

The Current at Riverdale Park

6212 41st Ave, Unit A

3503 Carnaby St
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6072 Beake St

6072 Beake St

6049 Beake St

Prince Georges Apartments

Plaza Towers

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Castle Manor Apartments

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Landon Court Apartments

Courtyard Park
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4701 Ravenswood Rd

4112 Queensbury Rd, Unit 3

3450 Toledo Terrace

5503 44th Ave

Palette at Arts District

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The Highline

The Edition
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The Bellevue

Lync at Alterra

3825 Hamilton St

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The Six

3511 Stella Blue Dr

Oliver Gardens

43RD FLATS

Park Gardens
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4200 Queensbury Rd

Fountain Park

Hamilton Manor

Hyattsville House Apartments

Top of the Park

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 | $1,795 | $1,200 | $2,160 |
| West Riverdale 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,944 | $1,299 | $2,645 |
| West Riverdale 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,553 | $1,600 | $5,355 |
| West Riverdale 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,992 | $2,009 | $6,229 |
| West Riverdale 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,363 | $1,324 | $1,399 |
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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. Prince Georges Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,299. 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 |
| Prince Georges Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,299 |
| Plaza Towers | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,304 |
| Riverdale Village Apartments | One Bedroom/1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,350 |
| The Swift and The Current Apartments | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,350 |
| 43RD FLATS | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,350 |
| Castle Manor Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,381 |
| Fountain Park | 1Bedroom 1Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,403 |
| Landon Court Apartments | 1 Bedroom Balcony | 1BR,1BA | $1,431 |
| Courtyard Park | Rose | 1BR,1BA | $1,475 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in West Riverdale, MD
As of July 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 2Bedroom 1Bathroom Model at Top of the Park starting at $1,990 with a $2.44 price per square foot in the Hyattsville 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 |
| Top of the Park | 2Bedroom 1Bathroom | 2BR,1BA | $2.44 |
| Prince Georges Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.75 |
| Plaza Towers | 1 Bedroom B | 1BR,1BA | $2.26 |
| Landon Court Apartments | 1 Bedroom Balcony | 1BR,1BA | $2.04 |
| Fountain Park | 1Bedroom 1Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.03 |
| 43RD FLATS | One Bedroom and Den | 1BR,1BA | $2.34 |
| Castle Manor Apartments | 1 Bedroom Premium | 1BR,1BA | $2.47 |
| Garfield Court Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.48 |
| 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 $1,475.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in West Riverdale?
The cheapest apartment in West Riverdale is The Swift and The Current Apartments which is listed at $1,350, while the average apartment in West Riverdale costs $3,111.
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 135 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 $1,079 which is $2,032 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in West Riverdale.
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