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Bronzeville, Chicago, IL Local Guide

Cheapest Available Bronzeville Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Bronzeville area of Chicago, IL is a Studio unit found at 4901 S Drexel Blvd priced from $910. 4720 S Drexel Blvd has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $965. Here are the most affordable Bronzeville apartments for rent in Chicago, IL:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
4901 S Drexel BlvdStudio ApartmentStudio,1BA$910
4720 S Drexel BlvdStudio ApartmentStudio,1BA$965
Lake Meadows Apartmentslakem4-0b1aStudio,1BA$995
4721 S. Ellis Avenueells0bdStudio,1BA$1,030
5049 S. Drexel Boulevard5049-0bAStudio,1BA$1,075

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Bronzeville, IL

As of May 24, 2025 the best value apartment in the Bronzeville area is the $1.79 price per square foot 5118-4bA Model at 5118 S. Greenwood in the in the Hyde Park neighborhood starting from $3,395. The second greatest value Bronzeville apartment is the 3 bedroom Model at The Trilogy at Hyde Park starting at $2,395 with a $1.82 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 ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
5118 S. Greenwood5118-4bA4BR,3BA$1.79
The Trilogy at Hyde Park3 bedroom3BR,2BA$1.82
4552 S Evans Ave, Unit 14552 S Evans Ave3BR,2BA$1.92
4841 S St Lawrence Ave, Unit 34841 S St Lawrence Ave2BR,1BA$1.40
4421 S Prairie Ave, Unit G4421 S Prairie Ave2BR,1BA$1.35
4533 S Michigan Ave, Unit 14533 S Michigan Ave1BR,1BA$1.53
49th Street Apartments1 Bedrooms1BR,1BA$1.57
5020 S Woodlawn Ave1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.73
Lake Grove Village1A1BR,1BA$1.78
4720 S Drexel BlvdStudio ApartmentStudio ,1BA$1.86

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Frequently Asked Questions about Bronzeville

What type of rentals are currently available in Bronzeville?

There are currently 836 Apartments for Rent in Bronzeville, IL with pricing that ranges from $910 to $11,782. There are also 88 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Bronzeville ranging from $975 to $6,750.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Bronzeville?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Bronzeville ranges from $975 to $6,750 with an average monthly rent of $2,750.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Bronzeville?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Bronzeville range from $1,485 to $11,782, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,750 to $4,300. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $2,300 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $1,255.

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Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

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