Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Archer Heights Neighborhood of Chicago, IL from $600 (30 Rentals)

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5454 S Laramie Ave
1 Bedroom Apartments

5454 S Laramie Ave

5454 S Laramie AveChicago, IL 60638
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Cicero Senior Lofts
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Cicero Senior Lofts

4835 S Cicero AveChicago, IL 60632
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El San Arms
1 Bedroom Apartments

El San Arms

5614-5628 Archer AveChicago, IL 60638
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The Talman Building
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

The Talman Building

2615-2621 W 61st StChicago, IL 60629
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5853-5859 S Troy St
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

5853-5859 S Troy St

5853-5859 S Troy StChicago, IL 60629
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4253 S Whipple St
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

4253 S Whipple St

4253 S Whipple StChicago, IL 60632

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5500 W 55th St
1 Bedroom Apartments

5500 W 55th St

5500 W 55th StChicago, IL 60638
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Archer Heights, Chicago, IL Local Guide

Cheapest Available Archer Heights Apartments for Rent

 
Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Park Place ApartmentsOner Bedroom 50%1BR,1BA$1,005
4658 S Troy St2x12BR,1BA$1,500

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Archer Heights, IL

As of May 19, 2026 the best value apartment in the Archer Heights area is the $0.94 price per square foot 4200 S Mozart St Model at 4200 S Mozart St, Unit #2 in the in the Brighton Park neighborhood starting from $1,700. The second greatest value Archer Heights apartment is the 3840 S Albany Ave Model at 3840 S Albany Ave, Unit 2 F starting at $2,400 with a $1.60 price per square foot in the Brighton Park neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Archer Heights apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
4200 S Mozart St, Unit #24200 S Mozart St3BR,1BA$0.94
3840 S Albany Ave, Unit 2 F3840 S Albany Ave4BR,1.5BA$1.60
5708 W Park Ave, Unit 25708 W Park Ave3BR,1BA$1.58
3520 W 59th St, Unit 13520 W 59th St3BR,1BA$1.41
4829 S Tripp Ave, Unit 1R4829 S Tripp Ave2BR,1BA$1.15
Park Place ApartmentsTwo Bedroom 60%2BR,1BA$1.60
3149 W 42nd Pl, Unit 1st floor3149 W 42nd Pl2BR,1BA$1.39
4658 S Troy St2x12BR,1BA$2.14
5230 S Lockwood Ave, Unit 1 BSMT5230 S Lockwood Ave2BR,1BA$2.33

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Best Neighborhoods to Rent in Near Chicago's Top Employers: A Guide for Renters

A Local Expert's Guide to The 10 Best Chicago Neighborhoods near Major Local Employers. Find your perfect Chicago, IL apartment, condo, or rental home today at ApartmentHomeLiving.com

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A Local Expert's Top Student Friendly Neighborhoods to Rent Near Colleges in Chicago

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Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary | ApartmentHomeLiving.com Renter University

From the letter A all the way to the letter Z, the Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary from the content team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provides our visitors and shoppers with a little clarity and helpful guidance in navigating the real estate world through definitions and explainers for the top subjects and terms that someone may come across during the leasing, buying, or selling process.

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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Archer Heights Apartments

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Archer Heights Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Archer Heights is starting from $1,200 at Park Place Apartments.

What is the most affordable Archer Heights Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Archer Heights Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Park Place Apartments and starts from $1,390.

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

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Written by: Nicole Harms

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

Written by: Nicole Harms

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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Written by: Nicole Harms

Whenever life takes me into the city, I’m always impressed with the sheer amount of industry and commerce that it holds. With all of that commerce comes a wide range of employment options.

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Written by: Lauren Harrington

This article is based on first-hand experience managing apartment communities and helping renters adapt to their spaces after moving in.

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Written by: Lauren Harrington

This article draws from first-hand renter experiences and recurring financial challenges reported after moving in.

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Maximizing Your Refund: Essential Tax Tips for Renters

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

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