
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Chicago, IL from $595 (2,930 Rentals) Page 6 of 59
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in Chicago.


Total Monthly Price
1110 W Rosemont Ave, Unit #808

Total Monthly Price
3155 N Long Ave, Unit 1

Total Monthly Price
3817 N Fremont St, Unit #409

Total Monthly Price
1365 W Greenleaf Ave, Unit #1A

1904 E 79th St, Unit 2nd Floor

The Lawrence House

Total Monthly Price
5606 N Kenmore Ave, Unit J03P

Parkway Apartments

Winthrop Manor

Annabelle LLC

Academy at Drexel

4600 Beacon

4038 W Dickens Ave

2702 S Spaulding Ave

Total Monthly Price
930 W Eastwood Ave, Unit #509

Total Monthly Price
4831 N Damen Ave

3982 S Archer Ave

Total Monthly Price
727 W Belmont Ave, Unit #517

Total Monthly Price
1630 N Humboldt Blvd, Unit 4C

Total Monthly Price
4830 N Damen Ave, Unit A04C

650 E 79th St, Unit 203

Straits Row

1826 S Hamlin Ave

7017 S Merrill Ave

7019 S Merrill Ave

16 E 118th Pl

7832 S Cregier Ave

McCrory Senior Apartments

5835 W 63rd St

Total Monthly Price
3940 N Pulaski Rd, Unit 2C

Total Monthly Price
3940 N Pulaski Rd, Unit 2B

Total Monthly Price
1417 W 19th St, Unit 3R

Total Monthly Price
8046 S Langley Ave, Unit 1

3135 N Tripp Ave

4352 S Talman Ave

8046 S Langley Ave

Total Monthly Price
1359 W Touhy Ave

Total Monthly Price
4524 W Madison St, Unit MADISON 1

Total Monthly Price
3859 N Oconto Ave, Unit G

Total Monthly Price
3138 W Wabansia Ave, Unit 1

Total Monthly Price
2941 N Lockwood Ave, Unit 1

8617 S Ashland Ave, Unit 3D

1617 W 78th St, Unit 2

8220 S Langley Ave, Unit 3rd Floor

9613 S Ave N, Unit 2

5710 N Rockwell St, Unit garden

6942 S Crandon Ave, Unit 6948-3

1826 S Trumbull Ave, Unit Basement Unit

7801 S Marshfield Ave, Unit 1
Chicago, IL Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Chicago?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cheap Chicago Studio Apartments | $2,073 | $595 | $9,999 |
| Cheap Chicago 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,462 | $640 | $9,075 |
| Cheap Chicago 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,058 | $762 | $10,000+ |
| Cheap Chicago 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,702 | $883 | $10,000+ |
| Cheap Chicago 4 Bedroom Apartments | $4,306 | $1,025 | $10,000+ |
| Chicago 5 Bedroom Apartments | $5,453 | $2,995 | $10,000+ |
| Chicago 6 Bedroom Apartments | $19,280 | $7,000 | $10,000+ |
Browse Top Apartments in Chicago
See all Apartments in ChicagoExplore Chicago
Chicago, IL Area Reviews
Nicole • 4+ years in Chicago
April 10, 2026Big city challenges with traffic but also provides the amenities of the city you can't find elsewhere
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 $726.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Chicago?
The cheapest apartment in Chicago is West Haven Park II - B which is listed at $660, while the average apartment in Chicago costs $2,323.
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 2,721 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 $472 which is $1,851 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.
Helpful Local Expert Guides

The Windy City Price Tag: Your Complete Guide to the Cost of Living in Chicago
Written by: Nicole Harms
When choosing a place to live, there are many things you must consider. Your employer, your shopping preferences, and even schools are all important to think about. Yet cost of living is also important to know and plan for.

Best Places to Live Near Chicago: 5 Cities That Keep the Windy City Accessible
Written by: Nicole Harms
I’m Nicole, you’re ApartmentHomeLiving.com Local Expert for Chicago. There’s no denying I love the Windy City. Yet there’s also no denying that rental homes in Chicago can be pricy, small, and hard to find.

Chicago Relocation 101: Mastering Utilities, Registration, and the CTA
Written by: Nicole Harms
Moving to a new city is always an exciting time, especially one as vibrant and diverse as Chicago. With world-class museums, a breathtaking lakefront, and numerous employment opportunities, there’s much to love about this city.

Explore the Windy City (But Watch for Falling Ice) - An Insider's Guide to Renting in Chicago
Written by: Nicole Harms
From Lake Shore Drive to the O’Hare Airport, the city of Chicago is a study in diversity, resilience, and culture.
Articles, How-To's, and Tips

Rent According to Income: A Look at Income-Restricted Rentals
Written by: Robin Stewart
The idea of affordable housing can be subjective. Every individual is in a different place financially and vocationally. What one may easily afford could be a struggle for someone else.

Practical Tips for Renters: How to Identify a Great Rental and Avoid Red Flags
Written by: Robin Stewart
Renters want to find a great apartment, the right place for them, one that checks all the boxes of location, rental cost, amenities, safety, and more.

First Apartment Regrets: Real Renters Share What They'd Do Differently
Written by: Robin Stewart
Hindsight is 20/20. Live and Learn. With age comes wisdom. We’re familiar with all those expressions, and all of them apply to lessons first-time renters learn.

Renters Insurance 101: What It Is, What It Covers, and Why You Need It
Written by: Robin Stewart
Insurance seems to be a part of life. In some states, having insurance is the law, as is the case for automobile insurance. Renters are no exception.