Cheap Apartments for Rent in Riverside, IL from $700 (23 Rentals)

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3144-3150 S Harlem Ave
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

3144-3150 S Harlem Ave

3144-3150 S Harlem AveRiverside, IL 60546
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43-63 Forest Ave
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

43-63 Forest Ave

43-63 Forest AveRiverside, IL 60546
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Water Tower
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Water Tower

24-38 East AveRiverside, IL 60546
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1850 S 61st Ct
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

1850 S 61st Ct

1850 S 61st CtCicero, IL 60804
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1900-1906 S Euclid Ave
1 Bedroom Apartments

1900-1906 S Euclid Ave

1900-1906 S Euclid AveBerwyn, IL 60402
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Grove Apartments
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

Grove Apartments

1939 Grove AveBerwyn, IL 60402
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6301-6307 32nd St
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

6301-6307 32nd St

6301-6307 32nd StBerwyn, IL 60402
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3120 Oak Park Ave
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

3120 Oak Park Ave

3120 Oak Park AveBerwyn, IL 60402
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1646 Elmwood Ave
1 Bedroom Apartments

1646 Elmwood Ave

1646 Elmwood AveBerwyn, IL 60402
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1143 S Lathrop Ave
1 Bedroom Apartments

1143 S Lathrop Ave

1143 S Lathrop AveForest Park, IL 60130
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7441-7445 Roosevelt Rd
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

7441-7445 Roosevelt Rd

7441-7445 Roosevelt RdForest Park, IL 60130
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7513 Roosevelt Rd
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

7513 Roosevelt Rd

7513 Roosevelt RdForest Park, IL 60130
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2730 Ridgeland Ave
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

2730 Ridgeland Ave

2730 Ridgeland AveBerwyn, IL 60402
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West Clare Apartments
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

West Clare Apartments

8155-8159 Ogden AveLyons, IL 60534
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1229 S Harlem Ave
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

1229 S Harlem Ave

1229 S Harlem AveForest Park, IL 60130
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3522-30 Oak Park Ave
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

3522-30 Oak Park Ave

3522-3530 Oak Park AveBerwyn, IL 60402
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3111 S Ridgeland Ave
1 Bedroom Apartments

3111 S Ridgeland Ave

3111 S Ridgeland AveBerwyn, IL 60402
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2109 S 5th Ave
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

2109 S 5th Ave

2109 S 5th AveMaywood, IL 60153

Riverside, IL Local Guide

Cheapest Available Riverside Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Riverside, IL is a 1 Bed unit found at 3125-3129 S Harlem Ave in the Ogden Avenue District neighborhood priced from $1,200. 2110 S 5th Ave in the Maybrook Square neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,210. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Riverside apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
3125-3129 S Harlem Ave3E1BR,1BA$1,200
2110 S 5th AveStudio ApartmentStudio,1BA$1,210
2115 S 4th Ave1 Bedroom 1 Bath Apartment1BR,1BA$1,260
Hunter Brook Group2 Bedroom2BR,1BA$1,650
Grand Park ApartmentsRenovated 2 Bedroom 1.5 Bathroom2BR,1BA$1,785

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Riverside, IL

As of September 19, 2025 the best value apartment in the Riverside area is the $2.08 price per square foot 1029 Marengo Ave Model at 1029 Marengo Ave, Unit #1 in the in the Rehm Park neighborhood starting from $2,499. The second greatest value Riverside apartment is the 85 E Quincy St Model at 85 E Quincy St, Unit 2 starting at $2,250 with a $1.96 price per square foot in the West Cook neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Riverside apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
1029 Marengo Ave, Unit #11029 Marengo Ave3BR,2BA$2.08
85 E Quincy St, Unit 285 E Quincy St3BR,1BA$1.96
Hunter Brook Group2 Bedroom2BR,1BA$1.50
4605 Maple Ave, Unit #24605 Maple Ave2BR,1BA$1.64
1231 Clinton Ave, Unit 11231 Clinton Ave3BR,1BA$1.90
Grand Park ApartmentsRenovated 2 Bedroom 1.5 Bathroom2BR,1.5BA$1.88
7001 Stanley Ave, Unit K17001 Stanley Ave2BR,1BA$1.81
3125-3129 S Harlem Ave3E1BR,1BA$1.50
1852 Grove Ave, Unit 1B1852 Grove Ave1BR,1BA$1.43
2115 S 4th Ave1 Bedroom 1 Bath Apartment1BR,1BA$2.15

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Getting Around Riverside, IL

Walk Score®

73 / 100

Very Walkable

Most errands can be accomplished on foot

Bike Score®

64 / 100

Bikeable

Some bike infrastructure

Transit Score®

4 / 100

Minimal Transit

It may be possible to get on a bus

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Riverside Apartments

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Riverside Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Riverside Apartment is $1,200 at 3125-3129 S Harlem Ave.

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Riverside Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Riverside is starting from $1,650 at Hunter Brook Group.

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Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

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How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

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