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property at 2835 S Harvey Ave

$1,375 - $1,650

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2 Bedroom, 1 Bath Townhome for Rent

Available Mar 1

2835 S Harvey Ave

BerwynIL60402

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property at 7204 13th St

$1,399

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1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Condo for Rent

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7204 13th St, Unit 1e

7204 13th St
Forest ParkIL60130
property at 7321 14th St

$1,399 - $1,599

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1 To 2 Bedroom Condos for Rent

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7321 14th St

Forest ParkIL60130
property at 3515 S Harlem Ave

$1,400

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2 Bedroom, 1 Bath Condo for Rent

Available Apr 1

3515 S Harlem Ave, Unit 6B

3515 S Harlem Ave
BerwynIL60402

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Riverside, IL Local Guide

Cheapest Available Riverside Apartments for Rent and Nearby

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Riverside, IL is a Studio unit found at 2110 S 5th Ave Maywood, IL 60153 in the Maybrook Square neighborhood priced from $1,030. 2115 S 4th Ave 2122 and 2125 S 4th Ave Maywood, IL 60153 in the Maybrook Square neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,050. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Riverside apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
2110 S 5th Ave Maywood, IL 60153Studio ApartmentStudio,1BA$1,030
2115 S 4th Ave 2122 and 2125 S 4th Ave Maywood, IL 60153Studio ApartmentStudio,1BA$1,050
21st Street41BR,1BA$1,250
2101 Wesley Ave111BR,1BA$1,300
Hunter Brook Group2 Bedroom2BR,1BA$1,650

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Riverside, IL and Nearby

As of February 26, 2026 the best value apartment in the Riverside area is the $0.80 price per square foot 3812 Lombard Ave Model at 3812 Lombard Ave, Unit 1 in the in the Ogden Avenue District neighborhood starting from $1,600. The second greatest value Riverside apartment is the 8039 White Ave Model at 8039 White Ave, Unit #2 starting at $1,975 with a $1.32 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.
3812 Lombard Ave, Unit 13812 Lombard Ave2BR,1BA$0.80
8039 White Ave, Unit #28039 White Ave3BR,1BA$1.32
6416 W 26th St, Unit 26416 W 26th St3BR,1BA$1.29
1820 Grove Ave, Unit B1820 Grove Ave1BR,1BA$1.10
1008 Lathrop Ave, Unit 11008 Lathrop Ave3BR,1BA$1.51
Hunter Brook Group2 Bedroom2BR,1BA$1.50
9437 Burlington Ave, Unit 39437 Burlington Ave2BR,1BA$1.79
2809 Highland Ave, Unit 22809 Highland Ave2BR,1BA$1.83
21st Street41BR,1BA$1.67
1852 Grove Ave, Unit 1B1852 Grove Ave1BR,1BA$1.43

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Frequently Asked Questions about Riverside

What type of rentals are currently available in Riverside?

There are currently 475 Apartments for Rent in Riverside, IL with pricing that ranges from $1,075 to $11,056. There are also 52 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Riverside ranging from $1,050 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 $1,050 to $4,000 with an average monthly rent of $2,199.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Riverside?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Riverside range from $1,800 to $8,945, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $2,200 to $4,000. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $2,100 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $10,000.

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