
Cheap Homes for Rent in Riverside, IL from $1,100 (19 Rentals)
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7136 Windsor Ave

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3148 S Harlem Ave

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104 Lincoln Ave

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2103 Elmwood Ave

3150 S Harlem Ave
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7740 Harvard St

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1324 Maple Ave

3024 Harlem Ave
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1633 Elmwood Ave

842 Beloit Ave

4545 Prescott Ave

2221 S 17th Ave
Riverside, IL Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent a home in Riverside?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Riverside 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,026 | $1,350 | $3,500 |
Riverside 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,706 | $1,800 | $3,500 |
Riverside 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $3,331 | $2,945 | $4,000 |
Riverside 5 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $3,400 | $3,400 | $3,400 |
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Cheapest Available Riverside Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Riverside, IL is a Studio unit found at 2115 S 4th Ave in the Maybrook Square neighborhood priced from $1,000. 33rd & Ridgeland Ave in the Ogden Avenue District neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,200. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Riverside apartments for rent:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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2115 S 4th Ave | Studio Apartment | Studio,1BA | $1,000 |
33rd & Ridgeland Ave | 2F | 1BR,1BA | $1,200 |
21st Street | 8 | 1BR,1BA | $1,300 |
1151-1153 S. Oak Park Ave. | 805 & 807 Fillmore | 1BR,1BA | $1,399 |
Berwyn Apartments | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1,414 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Riverside, IL
As of July 14, 2025 the best value apartment in the Riverside area is the $1.69 price per square foot 3014 S Harlem Ave Model at 3014 S Harlem Ave, Unit Second Floor Unit in the in the Ogden Avenue District neighborhood starting from $2,195. The second greatest value Riverside apartment is the 2 Bedroom Model at Hunter Brook Group starting at $1,600 with a $1.45 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 Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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3014 S Harlem Ave, Unit Second Floor Unit | 3014 S Harlem Ave | 2BR,1BA | $1.69 |
Hunter Brook Group | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.45 |
4335 Lawndale Ave, Unit 1F | 4335 Lawndale Ave | 3BR,1BA | $2.13 |
Grand Park Apartments | 2 Bedroom 1.5 Bathroom - Upgraded | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.67 |
3307 Highland Ave, Unit Garden North | 3307 Highland Ave | 2BR,1BA | $1.84 |
4536 Park Ave, Unit 2R | 4536 Park Ave | 2BR,1BA | $1.78 |
6638 W Windsor Ave, Unit #3 | 6638 W Windsor Ave | 2BR,1BA | $1.81 |
33rd & Ridgeland Ave | 2F | 1BR,1BA | $1.60 |
21st Street | 8 | 1BR,1BA | $1.73 |
Berwyn Apartments | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.93 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Riverside
What type of rentals are currently available in Riverside?
There are currently 489 Apartments for Rent in Riverside, IL with pricing that ranges from $925 to $3,000. There are also 52 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Riverside ranging from $1,150 to $4,000.
What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Riverside?
Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Riverside ranges from $1,150 to $4,000 with an average monthly rent of $2,572.
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