
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Burnham, IL from $500 (34 Rentals)
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8 Waltham St, Unit 1R

4724 Pine Ave

295 Crandon Ave, Unit Garden

Douglas Pointe Apartments

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89 Paxton Ave, Unit 89paxton

The Banc Hammond

1850 State St
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Sandridge Apartments

Harbor Point Estates

13243 S Baltimore Ave

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Southmoor Apartments

4515 Magoun Ave

1573 State

1501-1503 State St
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331 157th St

511-511 169th St

308 Elizabeth Street

4624 Towle Ave

1475 State St

634 Sibley

Dorchester Townhomes

1327 Logan St
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1149 Logan St

1228 Lakeview Ave

470 Gordon

1677 State

464-470 Gordon Ave

1601 Downs Dr

1344 Michigan St

323 Memorial Dr
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1312 Gordon Ave

1235 River Dr
Burnham, IL Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Burnham?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Burnham Studio Apartments | $1,293 | $1,245 | $1,341 |
| Burnham 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,439 | $900 | $1,937 |
| Burnham 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,390 | $1,000 | $1,895 |
| Burnham 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,666 | $1,450 | $2,000 |
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Cheapest Available Burnham Apartments for Rent and Nearby
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Burnham, IL is a 1 Bed unit found at Ginger Ridge Apartments in the North River neighborhood priced from $900. 308 Elizabeth Street in the Bernice neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,145. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Burnham apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ginger Ridge Apartments | The Redbud | 1BR,1BA | $900 |
| 308 Elizabeth Street | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath Apartment with Dining | 1BR,1BA | $1,145 |
| Douglas Pointe Apartments | 2x1 | 2BR,1BA | $1,164 |
| 634 Sibley | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath Apartment | 1BR,1BA | $1,190 |
| The Banc Hammond | Tier 03 / Junior One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,331 |
| Harbor Point Estates | New Champion Homes | 3BR,2BA | $1,450 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Burnham, IL and Nearby
As of June 23, 2026 the best value apartment in the Burnham area is the $1.12 price per square foot Double & Single Used Model at Harbor Point Estates in the in the South Chicago neighborhood starting from $1,450. The second greatest value Burnham apartment is the 8 Waltham St Model at 8 Waltham St, Unit 1R starting at $975 with a $1.15 price per square foot in the Bernice neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Burnham apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Harbor Point Estates | Double & Single Used | 3BR,2BA | $1.12 |
| 8 Waltham St, Unit 1R | 8 Waltham St | 1BR,1BA | $1.15 |
| Douglas Pointe Apartments | 2x1 | 2BR,1BA | $1.37 |
| 308 Elizabeth Street | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath Apartment with Dining | 1BR,1BA | $1.76 |
| Ginger Ridge Apartments | The Birch | 1BR,1BA | $1.39 |
| 634 Sibley | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath Apartment | 1BR,1BA | $2.13 |
| The Banc Hammond | Tier 12 / Junior One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.83 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Burnham Apartments
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Burnham Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Burnham Apartment is $900 at Ginger Ridge Apartments.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Burnham Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Burnham is starting from $1,087 at Ginger Ridge Apartments.
What is the most affordable Burnham Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Burnham Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Harbor Point Estates and starts from $1,450.
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