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8919 S Muskegon Ave

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Avalon Park, Chicago, IL Local Guide

Cheapest Available Avalon Park Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Avalon Park area of Chicago, IL is a Studio unit found at Highlands Tudor Manor - 55+ Community priced from $700. 7953-59 S Dobson Ave Chicago, IL 60619 has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $770. Here are the most affordable Avalon Park apartments for rent in Chicago, IL:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Highlands Tudor Manor - 55+ CommunityStudioStudio,1BA$700
7953-59 S Dobson Ave Chicago, IL 60619Studio ApartmentStudio,1BA$770
7850 S Constance Ave 1822 E 79th Street Chicago, IL 60649Studio ApartmentStudio,1BA$780
7925 S Phillips Chicago, IL 60617Studio ApartmentStudio,1BA$785
8208 S Drexel Ave Chicago, IL 60619Studio ApartmentStudio,1BA$785
1734 E 72nd St Chicago, IL 606491 Bedroom 1 Bath Apartment1BR,1BA$825
8702 S Escanaba Ave2Front2BR,1BA$850
7941 S Marquette1 Bedroom 1 Bath Apartment1BR,1BA$860
7929 S State St Chicago, IL 60619Studio ApartmentStudio,1BA$860
7916 S Drexel Ave Chicago, IL 606191 Bedroom 1 Bath Apartment1BR,1BA$880

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Avalon Park, IL

As of April 27, 2026 the best value apartment in the Avalon Park area is the $1.03 price per square foot 6843 S Merrill Ave Model at 6843 S Merrill Ave in the in the South Shore neighborhood starting from $1,850. The second greatest value Avalon Park apartment is the 8855 S Dorchester Ave Model at 8855 S Dorchester Ave, Unit 2ndfloorr starting at $1,200 with a $0.71 price per square foot in the South Chicago neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Avalon Park apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
6843 S Merrill Ave6843 S Merrill Ave3BR,2BA$1.03
8855 S Dorchester Ave, Unit 2ndfloorr8855 S Dorchester Ave2BR,1BA$0.71
6810 S Calumet Ave6810 S Calumet Ave3BR,1BA$1.03
8136 S Exchange Ave, Unit 28136 S Exchange Ave4BR,1BA$1.04
8043 S Maryland Ave2 Beds, 1 bath2BR,1BA$1.08
7020 S Merrill Ave Chicago, IL 606493 Bedroom 1.5 Bath Apartment with Dining3BR,1.5BA$1.10
8014 S Maryland Ave Chicago, IL 606192 Bedroom 1 Bath Apartment2BR,1BA$1.14
7915 S Dobson Ave, Unit 1E7915 S Dobson Ave1BR,1BA$1.03
7131-45 S Yates Blvd Chicago, IL 606492 Bedroom 1 Bath Apartment2BR,1BA$1.11
7801-13 S Essex 2509-11 E 78th Chicago, IL 606492 Bedroom 1 Bath Apartment2BR,1BA$1.13

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Frequently Asked Questions about Avalon Park

What type of rentals are currently available in Avalon Park?

There are currently 1666 Apartments for Rent in Avalon Park, IL with pricing that ranges from $700 to $9,030. There are also 215 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Avalon Park ranging from $900 to $7,500.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Avalon Park?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Avalon Park ranges from $900 to $7,500 with an average monthly rent of $2,197.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Avalon Park?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Avalon Park range from $900 to $4,500, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,350 to $2,900. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $1,400 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $1,300.

Expert Rental Resources

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