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3233 S KingChicago, IL 60616
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4721-4729 S Ellis AveChicago, IL 60615
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Bronzeville, Chicago, IL Local Guide
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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Bronzeville?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bronzeville Studio Apartments | $1,313 | $1,030 | $2,257 |
| Bronzeville 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,419 | $1,150 | $2,800 |
| Bronzeville 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,823 | $1,399 | $6,012 |
| Bronzeville 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,504 | $1,500 | $5,421 |
| Bronzeville 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,566 | $2,250 | $3,495 |
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Cheapest Available Bronzeville Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in the Bronzeville area of Chicago, IL is a Studio unit found at Lake Meadows Apartments priced from $1,030. 4721 S. Ellis Avenue has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,035. Here are the most affordable Bronzeville apartments for rent in Chicago, IL:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lake Meadows Apartments | lakem8-0b1b | Studio,1BA | $1,030 |
| 4721 S. Ellis Avenue | ells0bd | Studio,1BA | $1,035 |
| 4720 S Drexel Blvd | Studio Apartment | Studio,1BA | $1,040 |
| Prairie Shores | Classic Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,086 |
| Woodlawn Terrace | wdlw0bB | Studio,1BA | $1,095 |
| 4901 S Drexel Blvd | Studio Apartment | Studio,1BA | $1,145 |
| The Pershing | 1 bed | 1BR,1BA | $1,180 |
| Lake Grove Village | 1B | 1BR,1BA | $1,218 |
| 5020 S Woodlawn Ave | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,230 |
| 49th Street Apartments | 1 Bedrooms | 1BR,1BA | $1,275 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Bronzeville, IL
As of October 30, 2025 the best value apartment in the Bronzeville area is the $1.40 price per square foot 4313 S King Dr Model at 4313 S King Dr, Unit 4313 S King Drive in the in the Armour Square neighborhood starting from $2,800. The second greatest value Bronzeville apartment is the 5053-3bC Model at 5053 S. Ellis Avenue starting at $2,399 with a $1.62 price per square foot in the Hyde Park neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Bronzeville apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 4313 S King Dr, Unit 4313 S King Drive | 4313 S King Dr | 3BR,2BA | $1.40 |
| 5053 S. Ellis Avenue | 5053-3bC | 3BR,2BA | $1.62 |
| 4111 S Indiana Ave, Unit #2 | 4111 S Indiana Ave | 2BR,2BA | $1.76 |
| 2605 S Indiana Ave, Unit 1005 | 2605 S Indiana Ave | 1BR,1BA | $1.41 |
| 4010 S Calumet Ave, Unit 1s | 4010 S Calumet Ave | 2BR,2BA | $1.72 |
| 4841 S St Lawrence Ave, Unit 3 | 4841 S St Lawrence Ave | 2BR,1BA | $1.40 |
| 4853-59 S Prairie | 2 Bedroom 1 Bath Apartment | 2BR,1BA | $1.64 |
| 49th Street Apartments | 1 Bedrooms | 1BR,1BA | $1.70 |
| 5020 S Woodlawn Ave | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.73 |
| The Pershing | 1 bed | 1BR,1BA | $1.72 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleBronzeville, Chicago, IL
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Among cities in Illinois for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
3.5Pet Friendly
Getting Around the Bronzeville Neighborhood in Chicago, IL
Walk Score®
77 / 100
Very Walkable
Most errands can be accomplished on foot
Bike Score®
73 / 100
Very Bikeable
Biking is convenient for most trips
Transit Score®
67 / 100
Good Transit
Many nearby public transportation options
What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?
- Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
- Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
- Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Bronzeville Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Bronzeville?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Bronzeville is under $1,275.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Bronzeville?
The cheapest apartment in Bronzeville is Lake Meadows Apartments which is listed at $1,155, while the average apartment in Bronzeville costs $2,400.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Bronzeville?
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 125 regular apartments in Bronzeville 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 Bronzeville?
Cheap apartments in Bronzeville have an average cost of $750 which is $1,650 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Bronzeville.
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