Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Bucktown Neighborhood of Chicago, IL from $800 (32 Rentals)
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1409 W Diversey Pkwy

2113 W Charleston St

1819 W Cortland St, Unit CH1

1646 N Western Ave, Unit B

2318 W Diversey Ave, Unit Garden Apt

2061 N Southport Ave

3916 N Pine Grove Ave, Unit 3W
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2447 N Clybourn Ave, Unit 1R

2418 N Clybourn Ave

1946 W Diversey Pky
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Bucktown, Chicago, IL Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Bucktown?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bucktown Studio Apartments | $1,523 | $1,050 | $2,035 |
| Bucktown 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,077 | $1,425 | $3,040 |
| Bucktown 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,061 | $1,600 | $6,500 |
| Bucktown 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,728 | $2,200 | $5,007 |
| Bucktown 4 Bedroom Apartments | $5,837 | $4,350 | $8,652 |
Browse Apartments in this Neighborhood
There are currently 32 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Bucktown Neighborhood of Chicago, IL.
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Cheapest Available Bucktown Apartments for Rent
 | Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lathrop | 1 Bedroom X 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,815 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Bucktown, IL
As of December 22, 2025 the best value apartment in the Bucktown area is the $1.34 price per square foot 2416 W North Ave Model at 2416 W North Ave, Unit 4W in the in the Bucktown neighborhood starting from $2,685. The second greatest value Bucktown apartment is the 2 BED 2 BATH Model at 2404-14 W Cortland starting at $3,415 with a $2.13 price per square foot in the Bucktown neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Bucktown apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2416 W North Ave, Unit 4W | 2416 W North Ave | 1BR,1BA | $1.34 |
| 2404-14 W Cortland | 2 BED 2 BATH | 2BR,2BA | $2.13 |
| 2116 W Concord Pl, Unit A02C | 2116 W Concord Pl | 2BR,1BA | $1.56 |
| 2026 W McLean Ave, Unit 3 | 2026 W McLean Ave | 2BR,1BA | $2.00 |
| 2130 W Concord Pl, Unit G | 2130 W Concord Pl | 3BR,2BA | $1.92 |
| 2031 W Moffat St, Unit 2 | 2031 W Moffat St | 1BR,1BA | $1.91 |
| 2031 Moffat W St, Unit 2 | 2031 Moffat W St | 1BR,1BA | $2.10 |
| 1813 W Armitage Ave, Unit Garden | 1813 W Armitage Ave | 2BR,1.5BA | $2.00 |
| 1646 N Western Ave, Unit B | 1646 N Western Ave | 2BR,1BA | $1.60 |
| 1472 W Webster Ave, Unit 1R | 1472 W Webster Ave | Studio ,1BA | $2.10 |
Getting Around the Bucktown Neighborhood in Chicago, IL
Walk Score®
92 / 100
Walker’s Paradise
Daily errands do not require a car
Bike Score®
94 / 100
Biker's Paradise
Daily errands can be accomplished on a bike
Transit Score®
70 / 100
Excellent Transit
Transit is convenient for most trips
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 Bucktown Apartments
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Bucktown Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Bucktown Apartment is $1,815 at Lathrop.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Bucktown Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Bucktown is starting from $2,147 at 2346 W McLean.
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