Studio Apartment Rent in Riverdale, GA
Median asking rent for a studio apartment in Riverdale, Georgia as of July 2026. That's +12% lower than the citywide median of $1,628 and +11% above the national studio median of $1,290.
Income needed for a studio in Riverdale
Using the standard 30% rent-to-income guideline (the threshold above which households are considered rent-burdened), here's what you need to earn to comfortably afford a studio at the current median rent.
Rent by apartment size in Riverdale
Compare Riverdale's median rent across every apartment size.
Cheapest cities for a studio in Georgia
Most expensive cities for a studio in Georgia
| # | City | Studio rent |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Dacula | $2,160 |
| 2 | Johns Creek | $2,050 |
| 3 | Alpharetta | $2,040 |
| 4 | Peachtree City | $2,020 |
| 5 | Grayson | $1,900 |
| 6 | Cumming | $1,863 |
| 7 | Powder Springs | $1,850 |
| 8 | Snellville | $1,840 |
| 9 | Lawrenceville | $1,835 |
| 10 | Milton | $1,830 |
| 11 | Auburn | $1,830 |
| 12 | Woodstock | $1,825 |
| 13 | Buford | $1,825 |
| 14 | Richmond Hill | $1,780 |
| 15 | Atlanta | $1,780 |
Nearby cities — studio rent
Considering nearby alternatives? 5 of these cities have cheaper studio rents than Riverdale.
| City | Distance | Studio rent | vs Riverdale |
|---|---|---|---|
| Forest Park, GA | 5.1 mi | $1,170 | $-265 (-18%) |
| Jonesboro, GA | 5.8 mi | $1,400 | $-35 (-2%) |
| College Park, GA | 6 mi | $1,180 | $-255 (-18%) |
| Union City, GA | 8.6 mi | $1,320 | $-115 (-8%) |
| East Point, GA | 8.6 mi | $1,460 | +$25 (+2%) |
| Conley, GA | 9.1 mi | $1,130 | $-305 (-21%) |
| Rex, GA | 10.5 mi | $1,420 | $-15 (-1%) |
| Hampton, GA | 13.2 mi | $1,610 | +$175 (+12%) |
| Atlanta, GA | 14.9 mi | $1,780 | +$345 (+24%) |
| Fairburn, GA | 15.1 mi | $1,740 | +$305 (+21%) |
| Peachtree City, GA | 15.5 mi | $2,020 | +$585 (+41%) |
| Stockbridge, GA | 15.7 mi | $1,510 | +$75 (+5%) |
Studio rent in Riverdale — common questions
How much is a studio apartment in Riverdale?
As of July 2026, the median studio apartment rent in Riverdale, Georgia is $1,435 per month. This is +12% below the citywide median of $1,628.
What income do you need to afford a studio in Riverdale?
Using the standard 30% rent-to-income rule, you would need an annual income of about $57,400 ($4,783/month gross), which works out to roughly $27.60/hour at a full-time job.
Is Riverdale expensive for a studio compared to the rest of the US?
Riverdale's studio median of $1,435 is +11% above the national studio median of $1,290. It ranks in the 61th percentile of US cities tracked.
How does Riverdale rank for studio rent in Georgia?
Among the 123 cities in Georgia with studio data, Riverdale ranks #73 from cheapest to most expensive.
Are there cheaper studio options near Riverdale?
Yes — nearby cities with cheaper studio rents include Forest Park ($1,170), Jonesboro ($1,400), College Park ($1,180).