Cheap Homes for Rent in Bronzeville Neighborhood of Chicago, IL from $900 (18 Rentals)

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property at 4021 S Ellis Ave

$1,250 - $4,000

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1 To 3 Bedroom Condos for Rent

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4021 S Ellis Ave

ChicagoIL60653

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property at 4816 S Drexel Blvd

$1,800

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2 Bedroom, 1 Bath Townhome for Rent

Available Jul 1

4816 S Drexel Blvd, Unit D

4816 S Drexel Blvd
ChicagoIL60615

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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 4 Beds unit found at Coleman Place At Legends South priced from $170. 4901 S Drexel has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,000. Here are the most affordable Bronzeville apartments for rent in Chicago, IL:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Coleman Place At Legends SouthThe Wells4BR,2BA$170
4901 S DrexelStudio ApartmentStudio,1BA$1,000
4720 S DrexelStudio ApartmentStudio,1BA$1,005
Lake Meadows Apartmentslakem2-0b1aStudio,1BA$1,015
4721 S. Ellis Avenueells0bBStudio,1BA$1,040

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Bronzeville, IL

As of June 14, 2026 the best value apartment in the Bronzeville area is the $1.89 price per square foot 5111k4ba Model at 5111 S. Kimbark Avenue in the in the Hyde Park neighborhood starting from $3,395. The second greatest value Bronzeville apartment is the 3 Bed 2 Bath Model at Celebration Apartments starting at $2,950 with a $1.86 price per square foot in the Armour Square 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.
5111 S. Kimbark Avenue5111k4ba4BR,2BA$1.89
Celebration Apartments3 Bed 2 Bath3BR,2BA$1.86
5046 S Champlain3 Bedroom 1 Bath Apartment3BR,1BA$1.25
1101 E. Hyde Park Boulevard1101-2bB2BR,1BA$1.65
4853 S Prairie3 Bedroom 1 Bath Apartment3BR,1BA$1.38
4859 S. Champlain Avenue4859-2bA2BR,1BA$1.47
4820 S Michigan2 Bedroom 1 Bath Garden2BR,1BA$1.61
Coleman Place At Legends SouthThe Burnham1BR,1BA$1.20
5020 S Woodlawn Ave1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.73
4720 S DrexelStudio ApartmentStudio ,1BA$1.81

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Bronzeville, Chicago, IL

Ranked #51

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

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

3.5
Pet Friendly

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Frequently Asked Questions about Bronzeville

What type of rentals are currently available in Bronzeville?

There are currently 832 Apartments for Rent in Bronzeville, IL with pricing that ranges from $1,000 to $4,700. There are also 71 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Bronzeville ranging from $995 to $5,000.

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 $995 to $5,000 with an average monthly rent of $2,862.

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 $1,720 to $4,700, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,950 to $4,250. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $2,000 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $2,200.

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