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1257 W Lunt Ave
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

1257 W Lunt Ave

1257 W Lunt AveChicago, IL 60626
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Palmer Apartments
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Palmer Apartments

3326 W Palmer StChicago, IL 60647
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4854-4856 W Deming Pl
1 Bedroom Apartments

4854-4856 W Deming Pl

4854-4856 W Deming PlChicago, IL 60639
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10206 S Walden Pky
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

10206 S Walden Pky

10206 S Walden PkyChicago, IL 60643
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Kimball 5324 N
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Kimball 5324 N

5324-5326 N Kimball AveChicago, IL 60625
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4441-4455 N Damen Ave
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

4441-4455 N Damen Ave

4441-4455 N Damen AveChicago, IL 60625
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Briar Apartments
Studio Apartments

Briar Apartments

510 W Briar PlzChicago, IL 60657
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Ivy Gayles
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Ivy Gayles

5316 S Dorchester AveChicago, IL 60615
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5749 N Winthrop Ave
Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments

5749 N Winthrop Ave

5749 N Winthrop AveChicago, IL 60660
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Ivy Kenwood
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Ivy Kenwood

5220 S Kenwood AveChicago, IL 60615
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7927 S Ellis
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

7927 S Ellis

7927 S Ellis AveChicago, IL 60619
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7657 S East End Ave
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

7657 S East End Ave

7657 S East End AveChicago, IL 60649
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7800 S Bishop St
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

7800 S Bishop St

7800 S Bishop StChicago, IL 60620
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5500 S. Cornell Avenue
Studio to 4 Bedroom Apartments

5500 S. Cornell Avenue

5493 S Cornell AveChicago, IL 60637
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7700 S Phillips Ave
3 Bedroom Apartments

7700 S Phillips Ave

7700 S Phillips AveChicago, IL 60649
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6237-45 Kedzie
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

6237-45 Kedzie

6237-6245 S Kedzie AveChicago, IL 60629
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4130 N Keystone Ave
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

4130 N Keystone Ave

4130 N Keystone AveChicago, IL 60641
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The North Hotel
Studio Apartments

The North Hotel

1622 N California AveChicago, IL 60647

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Chicago Apartments

What is a cheap apartment in Chicago?

A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Chicago is under $710.

What is the price of a cheap apartment in Chicago?

The cheapest apartment in Chicago is Coleman Place At Legends South which is listed at $170, while the average apartment in Chicago costs $7,170.

What types of apartments are the cheapest in Chicago?

Student, low-income, and by-the-bed apartments are typically the cheapest rentals in most cities, though they require qualifying criteria to rent. There are 5,977 regular apartments in Chicago that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.

How do the prices of cheap apartments compare to the average apartment in Chicago?

Cheap apartments in Chicago have an average cost of $497 which is $6,673 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Chicago.

Expert Rental Resources

The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

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A Local Expert’s Guide To 10 Budget-Friendly Neighborhoods to Rent in Chicago

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I’m Nicole, your ApartmentHomeLiving.com Local Expert for Chicago, IL. As a resident of the Chicago area for over 20 years, I’ve learned which neighborhoods are great and which are best avoided.

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Top Student Friendly Neighborhoods to Rent Near Colleges in Chicago

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With world-class museums lining its streets, Chicago is a place people go to learn. It’s not surprising, therefore, that it’s also home to multiple colleges and universities with national and global reputations.

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Best Neighborhoods to Rent in Near Chicago's Top Employers

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Maximizing Your Refund: Essential Tax Tips for Renters

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Other than tax professionals, I can’t think of anyone who looks forward to tax season. For everybody else, April is a stressful month to collect information and meet deadlines.

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18 Must-Ask Rental Tour Questions That Reveal the Truth about a Property

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Renting your next home can feel thrilling and overwhelming at the same time.

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A Renters Guide for Tips on Writing Your Notice for Not Renewing Your Apartment

Written by: Bob Mallory

Packing up everything you own to move is so stressful for many that ending your apartment lease can feel like a small or unimportant task. Ending your lease involves more than simply turning over your keys on the last day.

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Renting with Roommates: Realistic Expectations for Shared Lease

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Given the high costs for housing, I have found that many people are looking for a roommate to share expenses. These arrangements can increase opportunities for more desirable and larger spaces.