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315 E Mt Eden Ave, Unit Apt 3

315 E Mt Eden Ave, Unit Apt 1

St. Andrews Manor

St Georges Crescent

The Park

The Post on Fort

The Station Apartments

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24 Jervis Rd, Unit Garden Apartment

622 Van Cortlandt Pk Ave
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4295 Webster Ave

30 Locust Hill Ave

3207 Oxford Ave, Unit 1

142 W 238th St, Unit 9

Parkledge Apartments

138 Hawthorne Ave

531 E 187th St

15 Locust Hill Ave

53 Morris St

117 Morris St
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1730 Popham Ave, Unit 5

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3661 Waldo Ave, Unit Waldo

212 Buena Vista Ave

Hudson 44

THWAITES PLACE, Unit 1T

6645 Broadway, Unit 5i

1875 Carter Ave, Unit 1N

119 Ludlow St

55 Morris St

126 Oliver Ave
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463 E 178th St, Unit 4c

142 School St

The Riverdale Tower

Avalon Yonkers

Alexander Crossing

Hudson Park Community

66 Main Street

11 Garfield St, Unit 2

11 Garfield St

73 N Broadway
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132 Willow St

142 W 238th St, Unit 23

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Sawyer Place

NV Properties

154 Woodworth Ave

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30 Glover Ave, Unit Ground

349 Walnut St

Wheeler Block Lofts

31 Garfield St

110 Webster Ave
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Riverdale, NY Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Riverdale?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Riverdale Studio Apartments | $2,332 | $1,039 | $3,660 |
| Riverdale 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,718 | $1,650 | $4,400 |
| Riverdale 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,518 | $1,856 | $6,500 |
| Riverdale 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,663 | $2,600 | $7,795 |
| Riverdale 4 Bedroom Apartments | $4,295 | $1,400 | $10,000+ |
| Riverdale 5 Bedroom Apartments | $5,937 | $4,700 | $7,300 |
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Cheapest Available Riverdale Apartments for Rent and Nearby
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Riverdale, NY is a Studio unit found at Whitney Young Manor in the Getty Square neighborhood priced from $1,039. St. Andrews Manor in the Ludlow neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,650. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Riverdale apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Whitney Young Manor | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,039 |
| St. Andrews Manor | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,650 |
| The Park | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,700 |
| St Georges Crescent | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,700 |
| The Post on Fort | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,700 |
| 116 Seaman Avenue | Studio, 1 Bath | Studio,1BA | $1,750 |
| 531 E 187th St | 1F | Studio,1BA | $1,950 |
| The Station Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,950 |
| 536 Fort Washington Avenue | 1 BR, 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2,009 |
| 560 West 218th Street | Studio, 1 Bath | Studio,1BA | $2,038 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Riverdale, NY and Nearby
As of July 20, 2026 the best value apartment in the Riverdale area is the $1.78 price per square foot 3251 Riverdale Ave Model at 3251 Riverdale Ave, Unit 1 in the in the Bergen County Waterfront neighborhood starting from $4,800. The second greatest value Riverdale apartment is the 5610 Post Rd Model at 5610 Post Rd, Unit 5610 Post Rd #2 starting at $4,200 with a $2.63 price per square foot in the North Riverdale 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3251 Riverdale Ave, Unit 1 | 3251 Riverdale Ave | 4BR,3BA | $1.78 |
| 5610 Post Rd, Unit 5610 Post Rd #2 | 5610 Post Rd | 4BR,2BA | $2.63 |
| 3611 Waldo Ave, Unit Apt 1 | 3611 Waldo Ave | 3BR,2BA | $2.14 |
| 1820 Topping Ave, Unit 1Fl | 1820 Topping Ave | 3BR,1.5BA | $2.44 |
| 209 Tibbetts Rd, Unit 2nd Floor | 209 Tibbetts Rd | 2BR,1BA | $2.68 |
| 3592 Greystone Ave, Unit Greystone | 3592 Greystone Ave | 2BR,2BA | $2.64 |
| 5758 Mosholu Ave, Unit Mosholu | 5758 Mosholu Ave | 2BR,2BA | $2.62 |
| 3661 Waldo Ave, Unit Waldo | 3661 Waldo Ave | 1BR,1BA | $2.41 |
| St. Andrews Manor | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.97 |
| The Station Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.60 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Riverdale Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Riverdale?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Riverdale is at Whitney Young Manor listed at $1,039.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Riverdale Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Riverdale Apartment is $1,650 at St. Andrews Manor.
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 $2,295 at Whitney Young Manor.
What is the most affordable Riverdale Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Riverdale Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Whitney Young Manor and starts from $2,652.
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