
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Riverdale, NJ from $500 (22 Rentals)
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817 Ringwood Ave

817 Ringwood Ave, Unit #7

Waterfall Village

Mountain Top Estates

422 Ringwood Ave

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42 Oak St, Unit 1br 2
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Catherine Street

Lakeside Residence

Pompton Hills

The VIEW at Wanaque

Meridia Pompton Lakes

32 Kiel Ave, Unit Second Floor

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24 New St

Pompton Lakes

27 Old Rte 23

944 Hamburg Tpke

19 Linda Vista Ave

Butler Arms

Avalon Bloomingdale
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Riverdale, NJ Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Riverdale?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Riverdale 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,186 | $1,500 | $2,350 |
| Riverdale 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,639 | $2,100 | $2,995 |
| Riverdale 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,256 | $2,900 | $3,425 |
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Cheapest Available Riverdale Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Riverdale, NJ is a 1 Bed unit found at Butler Arms priced from $2,085. Mountain Top Estates in the Pompton Lake neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $2,100. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Riverdale apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Butler Arms | $2.19/sq.ft. - One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2,085 |
| Mountain Top Estates | 2 Beds, 1 bath | 2BR,1BA | $2,100 |
| Meridia Pompton Lakes | 1D | 1BR,1BA | $2,295 |
| The Reserve at Riverdale | 1A | 1BR,1BA | $2,299 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Riverdale, NJ
As of July 08, 2026 the best value apartment in the Riverdale area is the $2.60 price per square foot 44 Ramapo Ave Model at 44 Ramapo Ave, Unit 44 RamapoAve 1st Floor Pompton Lakes Nj in the in the Lionshead Lake neighborhood starting from $2,600. The second greatest value Riverdale apartment is the 1BD/1BA Model at The VIEW at Wanaque starting at $2,250 with a $2.85 price per square foot in the Pompton Lake 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 44 Ramapo Ave, Unit 44 RamapoAve 1st Floor Pompton Lakes Nj | 44 Ramapo Ave | 2BR,1BA | $2.60 |
| The VIEW at Wanaque | 1BD/1BA | 1BR,1BA | $2.85 |
| Avalon Bloomingdale | A2 | 1BR,1BA | $2.91 |
| The Reserve at Riverdale | 1 | 1BR,1BA | $3.31 |
| Butler Arms | $2.19/sq.ft. - One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.88 |
| Mountain Top Estates | 2 Beds, 1 bath | 2BR,1BA | $3.50 |
| Meridia Pompton Lakes | 1D | 1BR,1BA | $4.01 |
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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 $2,085 at Butler Arms.
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 $2,100 at Mountain Top Estates.
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