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Thornwood Apartments

The Shields

1916 Euclid Ave

474 W 14th Pl

128 E Joe Orr Rd

26-28 W 29th St

484 Hickory St

130 E Lincoln Hwy

1206 West End Ave
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3034 Chicago Rd

502 W Lincoln Hwy

737-747 Grant Ave

9 16th St

811 Sangamon St

205-207 W 14th Pl

402 Hickory St

Golden Towers I & II

130 Hickory St

631 Carpenter St
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1434 Park Ave

378 West 116th

Oakwood Apartments

1430 Donovan Dr

450-480 W 16th St

737--747 Grant Ave

723 Grant Ave

2520 Chicago Rd

148 W 14th St

Linden Park Apartments
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Crest Apartments

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Oakwood Townhomes

2640 Flossmoor Rd

3120 Commercial Ave

Ford Heights

18205 Morgan St

18154 Martin Ave

402 E Hickory St

17714 Dixie Hwy
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430-434 N Roberts Dr

1947 Hickory Rd

128 W 34th St

Central Drive Condominiums

Nugent Square

3221 Commercial Ave

514-516 Roberts Dr

3623 Union Ave

647-651 Carroll Pky

Bellerose Gardens Apartments
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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Chicago Heights?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cheap Chicago Heights Studio Apartments | $966 | $800 | $1,050 |
| Cheap Chicago Heights 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,306 | $995 | $1,475 |
| Cheap Chicago Heights 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,523 | $1,175 | $1,725 |
| Cheap Chicago Heights 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,769 | $1,036 | $1,995 |
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Cheapest Available Chicago Heights Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Chicago Heights, IL is a Studio unit found at Crest Apartments in the University Park neighborhood priced from $800. Linden Park Apartments in the Downtown Park Forest neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,160. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Chicago Heights apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Crest Apartments | Studio | Studio, 1BA | $800 |
| Linden Park Apartments | 1 Bed 1 Bath A | 1BR, 1BA | $1,160 |
| Oakwood Townhomes | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath Townhouse | 1BR, 1BA | $1,365 |
| Westbridge Apartments | 1 Bed 1 Bath B Renovated | 1BR, 1BA | $1,435 |
| Olympic Village Apartments | The Maple | 2BR, 1BA | $1,440 |
| 18019 Dixie Hwy | 1 Bed/1Bath | 1BR, 1BA | $1,450 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Chicago Heights, IL
As of September 25, 2026 the best value apartment in the Chicago Heights area is the $1.60 price per square foot The Maple Model at Olympic Village Apartments in the Indian Hill neighborhood starting from $1,440. The second greatest value Chicago Heights apartment is the 2805 Commercial Ave Model at 2805 Commercial Ave starting at $1,400 with a $1.75 price per square foot. Here is today’s list of the best values for Chicago Heights apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Olympic Village Apartments | The Maple | 2BR, 1BA | $1.60 |
| 2805 Commercial Ave | 2805 Commercial Ave | 2BR, 1BA | $1.75 |
| Westbridge Apartments | 1 Bed 1 Bath B Renovated | 1BR, 1BA | $1.79 |
| Oakwood Townhomes | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath Townhome Renovated | 1BR, 1BA | $2.09 |
| Linden Park Apartments | 1 Bed 1 Bath Renovated A | 1BR, 1BA | $2.15 |
| Crest Apartments | Studio | Studio, 1BA | $1.78 |
| 18019 Dixie Hwy | 1 Bed/1Bath | 1BR, 1BA | $14.50 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Chicago Heights Apartments
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Chicago Heights Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Chicago Heights Apartment is $1,160 at Linden Park Apartments.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Chicago Heights Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Chicago Heights is starting from $1,415 at Linden Park Apartments.
What is the most affordable Chicago Heights Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Chicago Heights Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Oakwood Townhomes and starts from $1,825.
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