Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Austin Neighborhood of Chicago, IL from $700 (81 Rentals)

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1001-1005 S Mayfield Ave
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

1001-1005 S Mayfield Ave

1001-1005 S Mayfield AveChicago, IL 60644
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Pine North
Studio Apartments

Pine North

542 N Pine AveChicago, IL 60644
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123 N Central Ave
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

123 N Central Ave

123 N Central AveChicago, IL 60644
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5836 W Madison St
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

5836 W Madison St

5836 W Madison StChicago, IL 60644
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301-313 N. Austin Blvd.
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

301-313 N. Austin Blvd.

301 N Austin BlvdChicago, IL 60644
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La Rose Apartments
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

La Rose Apartments

5501 W Monroe StChicago, IL 60644
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5948 W Superior
Studio Apartments

5948 W Superior

5948 W Superior StChicago, IL 60644
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300 N Menard Ave
2 Bedroom Apartments

300 N Menard Ave

300 N Menard AveChicago, IL 60644
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17-19 N Waller Ave
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

17-19 N Waller Ave

17-19 N Waller AveChicago, IL 60644
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5001 W Adams St
Studio Apartments

5001 W Adams St

5001 W Adams StChicago, IL 60644
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5314 W Washington Blvd
1 Bedroom Apartments

5314 W Washington Blvd

5201-5207 W Washington BlvdChicago, IL 60644
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4814 W Monroe
2 Bedroom Apartments

4814 W Monroe

4814 W Monroe StChicago, IL 60644
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Oak Park Apartments
3 Bedroom Apartments

Oak Park Apartments

5959 W West End AveChicago, IL 60644
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5100-04 W Madison St
2 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

5100-04 W Madison St

5100-5104 W Madison StChicago, IL 60644
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5101 W Monroe St
2 Bedroom Apartments

5101 W Monroe St

5101-5103 W Monroe StChicago, IL 60644
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4815-23 W Cortez St
2 Bedroom Apartments

4815-23 W Cortez St

4815 W Cortez StChicago, IL 60651
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5024 W Quincy St
3 Bedroom Apartments

5024 W Quincy St

5024-5028 W Quincy StChicago, IL 60644
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1117 N Lawler Ave
2 Bedroom Apartments

1117 N Lawler Ave

1117-1119 N Lawler AveChicago, IL 60651
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5302 W Ohio St
2 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

5302 W Ohio St

5302 W Ohio StChicago, IL 60644
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701 N Lotus Ave
3 Bedroom Apartments

701 N Lotus Ave

701 N Lotus AveChicago, IL 60644
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4850 W North Ave
2 Bedroom Apartments

4850 W North Ave

4850 W North AveChicago, IL 60639

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Austin, Chicago, IL Local Guide

Cheapest Available Austin Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Austin area of Chicago, IL is a Studio unit found at Pine North priced from $765. Washington Plaza has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $825. Here are the most affordable Austin apartments for rent in Chicago, IL:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Pine North0BR/1.0BAStudio,1BA$765
Washington PlazaStudio ApartmentStudio,1BA$825
5948 W SuperiorStudio ApartmentStudio,1BA$860
5957 W Madison StStudio ApartmentStudio,1BA$895
5001 W Adams StStudio ApartmentStudio,1BA$960
5732-34 W Washington1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,105
4814 W Monroe2 Bedroom 1 Bathroom Garden Apartment2BR,1BA$1,155
130-142 N. Humphrey Ave.132-140 N. Humphrey StudioStudio,1BA$1,159
723-25 N Central Ave1 Bedroom 1 Bath Apartment1BR,1BA$1,195

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Austin, IL

As of June 16, 2025 the best value apartment in the Austin area is the $0.87 price per square foot 5100 W Fulton St Model at 5100 W Fulton St, Unit 1 in the in the Austin neighborhood starting from $2,250. The second greatest value Austin apartment is the 5547 W Congress Pky Model at 5547 W Congress Pky, Unit 3 Bedroom Apartment starting at $1,535 with a $1.10 price per square foot in the Austin neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Austin apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
5100 W Fulton St, Unit 15100 W Fulton St4BR,2BA$0.87
5547 W Congress Pky, Unit 3 Bedroom Apartment5547 W Congress Pky3BR,1BA$1.10
2007 N Lamon Ave, Unit 1N2007 N Lamon Ave2BR,1BA$1.20
5100-04 W Madison St3 Bedroom 2 Bathroom Apartment3BR,2BA$1.13
120 N LeClaire Ave, Unit G120 N LeClaire Ave1BR,1BA$1.20
701 N Lotus Ave3 Bedroom 1 Bath Apartment3BR,1BA$1.43
24-32 Washington Blvd.24 Washington A & 32 Washington B1BR,1BA$1.53
950 N Mayfield Ave, Unit 1N950 N Mayfield Ave1BR,1BA$1.18
4814 W Monroe2 Bedroom 1 Bathroom Garden Apartment2BR,1BA$1.44
5732-34 W Washington1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.47

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Austin, Chicago, IL

Ranked #87

Among neighborhoods in Chicago, IL for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

3.0
Pet Friendly

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Getting Around the Austin Neighborhood in Chicago, IL

Walk Score®

75 / 100

Very Walkable

Most errands can be accomplished on foot

Bike Score®

61 / 100

Bikeable

Some bike infrastructure

Transit Score®

64 / 100

Good Transit

Many nearby public transportation options

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Austin Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Austin?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Austin is at Pine North listed at $765.

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Austin Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Austin Apartment is $1,015 at 5957 W Madison St.

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

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Austin is starting from $1,155 at 4814 W Monroe.

What is the most affordable Austin Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Austin Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at 5024 W Quincy St and starts from $1,300.

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