
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Bucktown Neighborhood of Chicago, IL from $800 (17 Rentals)
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1623 N Hermitage Ave, Unit BR

1200-06 W. Altgeld St. / 2500-06 N. Racine Ave
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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 | $2,091 | $1,799 | $2,650 |
| Bucktown 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,967 | $1,425 | $3,020 |
| Bucktown 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,943 | $1,900 | $6,522 |
| Bucktown 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,422 | $2,500 | $6,538 |
| Bucktown 4 Bedroom Apartments | $5,493 | $4,350 | $6,100 |
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There are currently 17 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
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Bucktown area of Chicago, IL is a 1 Bed unit found at 1781 W Altgeld St priced from $1,500. 1845 N Honore St has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,700. Here are the most affordable Bucktown apartments for rent in Chicago, IL:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1781 W Altgeld St | 1781 Altgeld | 1BR,1BA | $1,500 |
| 1845 N Honore St | 2C | 1BR,1BA | $1,700 |
| Lathrop | 1 Bedroom X 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,815 |
| 1835 N Paulina | One Bedroom with Den | 1BR,1BA | $1,999 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Bucktown, IL
As of November 09, 2025 the best value apartment in the Bucktown area is the $1.71 price per square foot 2708 N Marshfield Ave Model at 2708 N Marshfield Ave in the in the Bucktown neighborhood starting from $2,900. The second greatest value Bucktown apartment is the 2116 W Concord Pl Model at 2116 W Concord Pl, Unit A02C starting at $2,500 with a $1.56 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2708 N Marshfield Ave | 2708 N Marshfield Ave | 3BR,2BA | $1.71 |
| 2116 W Concord Pl, Unit A02C | 2116 W Concord Pl | 2BR,1BA | $1.56 |
| 2341 W Montana St, Unit 1F | 2341 W Montana St | 3BR,2BA | $1.61 |
| 2130 W Concord Pl, Unit G | 2130 W Concord Pl | 3BR,2BA | $1.92 |
| 2110 N Western Ave | 2110 N Western Ave | 3BR,1BA | $1.92 |
| 1732 N Wood St, Unit 1st Floor | 1732 N Wood St | 3BR,2BA | $1.92 |
| 2110 N Western Ave | 2110 N Western Ave | 3BR,1BA | $2.00 |
| 2042 W Armitage Ave, Unit 1 | 2042 W Armitage Ave | 2BR,1BA | $1.91 |
| 2031 W Moffat St, Unit 2 | 2031 W Moffat St | 1BR,1BA | $1.91 |
| 1781 W Altgeld St | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.67 |
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
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Bucktown?
The cheapest apartment in Bucktown is 1781 W Altgeld St which is listed at $1,500, while the average apartment in Bucktown costs $5,650.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Bucktown?
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 15 regular apartments in Bucktown 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 Bucktown?
Cheap apartments in Bucktown have an average cost of $391 which is $5,259 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Bucktown.
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