Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Avondale Neighborhood of Chicago, IL from $725 (47 Rentals)

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property at 2737 N Spaulding Ave

$1,395

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$1,395

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$1,395

Studio, 1 Bath Condo for Rent

Available Sep 1

2737 N Spaulding Ave, Unit 312

2737 N Spaulding Ave
ChicagoIL60647

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2606 N Kimball Ave
$1,395 - $2,195
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$1,395 - $2,195

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Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartment Available Oct 1

2606 N Kimball Ave

2606 N Kimball AveChicago, IL 60647
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2610 N Kimball Ave
$1,395 - $2,495
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$1,395 - $2,495

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Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartment Available Now

2610 N Kimball Ave

2610 N Kimball AveChicago, IL 60647
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2600 W. Logan Blvd
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

2600 W. Logan Blvd

2612 W Logan BlvdChicago, IL 60647
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2536 N Sawyer Ave
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

2536 N Sawyer Ave

2536 N Sawyer AveChicago, IL 60647
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3401-3411 N Pulaski Ave
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

3401-3411 N Pulaski Ave

3401-3411 N Pulaski AveChicago, IL 60641
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Schubert Square
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Schubert Square

2700 N Spaulding AveChicago, IL 60647
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3700 W. Cornelia
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

3700 W. Cornelia

3700 W CorneliaChicago, IL 60618
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3935 W Diversey
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

3935 W Diversey

3935-3945 W Diversey AveChicago, IL 60647
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2828 N. Lawndale Ave.
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

2828 N. Lawndale Ave.

2828 N Lawndale AveChicago, IL 60618
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3856 W Diversey Ave
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

3856 W Diversey Ave

3856 W Diversey AveChicago, IL 60647
property at 3914 W Diversey Ave

$1,500

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$1,500

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2 Bedroom, 1 Bath Condo for Rent

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3914 W Diversey Ave, Unit G

3914 W Diversey Ave
ChicagoIL60647

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3221 N California Ave
1 Bedroom Apartments

3221 N California Ave

3221 N California AveChicago, IL 60618
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2848-50 W.Diversey
2 Bedroom Apartments

2848-50 W.Diversey

2848 W Diversey AveChicago, IL 60647
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Avondale, Chicago, IL Local Guide

Cheapest Available Avondale Apartments for Rent

 
Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
3935 W DiverseySTUDIOStudio,1BA$1,277
3856 W Diversey Ave0 Beds, 1 BathsStudio,1BA$1,450

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Avondale, IL

As of August 26, 2026 the best value apartment in the Avondale area is the $0.31 price per square foot 3136 N Ridgeway Ave Model at 3136 N Ridgeway Ave, Unit 002 in the in the Logan Square neighborhood starting from $3,050. The second greatest value Avondale apartment is the 3022 N Avers Ave Model at 3022 N Avers Ave, Unit 1A starting at $2,750 with a $1.25 price per square foot in the Logan Square neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Avondale apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
3136 N Ridgeway Ave, Unit 0023136 N Ridgeway Ave2BR,2BA$0.31
3022 N Avers Ave, Unit 1A3022 N Avers Ave3BR,3BA$1.25
3023 N Oakley Ave, Unit 2A3023 N Oakley Ave4BR,2BA$1.80
3255 N Elston Ave, Unit 1A3255 N Elston Ave3BR,2BA$1.90
3446 N Bell Ave, Unit 13446 N Bell Ave2BR,1BA$1.89
3436 N Bell Ave, Unit J00P3436 N Bell Ave2BR,1BA$1.89
2328 W Belmont Ave, Unit Unit #3FF2328 W Belmont Ave2BR,1BA$1.67
3347 N Hamlin Ave, Unit G3347 N Hamlin Ave2BR,1BA$1.91
2939 N Fairfield Ave, Unit 1A2939 N Fairfield Ave1BR,1BA$1.59
3856 W Diversey Ave0 Beds, 1 BathsStudio ,1BA$1.81

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Avondale, Chicago, IL

Ranked #43

Among cities in Illinois for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.

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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Avondale Apartments

What is the most affordable Avondale Three Bedroom Apartment?

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