
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the South Berwyn Neighborhood of Berwyn, IL from $700 (51 Rentals)
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3049 Harlem Ave

3244-3246 Oak Park Ave

3249 S Kenilworth Ave

3847 S Euclid Ave

3101 S Harlem Ave

2725 Ridgeland Ave

3846 Home Ave

2602 S Euclid Ave

2301 Gunderson Ave
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6822-6836 Windsor Ave

6845-6847 W Cermak Rd

6415 27th Pl

6634 Windsor Ave

3409 Oak Park Ave

3509 Harlem Ave

3201 S Harlem Ave

3103-3107 Harlem Ave

3303 Grove Ave

2825 Ridgeland Ave
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Cambridge Apartments

3415 Oak Park Ave. Berwyn, IL. 60402

6419 W 26th Pl

2244 Gunderson Ave

Windsor Apartments

2302 Clarence Ave

3537 Harlem Ave

3203 Clarence Ave

3533 Harlem Ave

3120 Oak Park Ave
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2730 Ridgeland Ave

3111 S Ridgeland Ave

3522-30 Oak Park Ave

7136 W 26th St

6606 Windsor Ave

2402 S Clarence Ave

3529 Harlem Ave

6951 Stanley Ave

6529 W Stanley Ave

6701-6705 Stanley Ave
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6301-6307 32nd St

21 N Herbert Rd

3408-3412 Harlem Ave

5912 W 26th St

6048 S Pershing Rd

2815 S Austin Blvd

340 E Burlington St

2555-2559 Lombard Ave

5917 W 26th St

5930 W 26th St
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South Berwyn, Berwyn, IL Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in South Berwyn?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| South Berwyn Studio Apartments | $1,100 | $1,100 | $1,100 |
| South Berwyn 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,262 | $750 | $1,525 |
| South Berwyn 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,550 | $1,450 | $1,650 |
| South Berwyn 3 Bedroom Apartments | $5,445 | $2,250 | $10,000+ |
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There are currently 51 rentals with your search options within a 1 mile radius of the South Berwyn Neighborhood of Berwyn, IL.
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Cheapest Available South Berwyn Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the South Berwyn area of Chicago, IL is a 1 Bed unit found at 3049 Harlem Ave priced from $1,300. 3125-3129 S Harlem Ave has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,300. Here are the most affordable South Berwyn apartments for rent in Chicago, IL:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3049 Harlem Ave | Garden East | 1BR,1BA | $1,300 |
| 3125-3129 S Harlem Ave | 1A | 1BR,1BA | $1,300 |
| 3230 Home Ave | N - Garden | 2BR,1BA | $1,450 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in South Berwyn, IL
As of May 24, 2026 the best value apartment in the South Berwyn area is the $1.93 price per square foot N - Garden Model at 3230 Home Ave in the in the Ogden Avenue District neighborhood starting from $1,450. The second greatest value South Berwyn apartment is the 7121 Stanley Ave Model at 7121 Stanley Ave, Unit E1 starting at $1,250 with a $2.08 price per square foot in the Ogden Avenue District neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for South Berwyn apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3230 Home Ave | N - Garden | 2BR,1BA | $1.93 |
| 7121 Stanley Ave, Unit E1 | 7121 Stanley Ave | 1BR,1BA | $2.08 |
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Best Local Schools in South Berwyn, Berwyn, IL
Emerson Elementary School
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap South Berwyn Apartments
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom South Berwyn Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom South Berwyn Apartment is $1,300 at 3049 Harlem Ave.
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