
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Bucktown Neighborhood of Chicago, IL from $895 (64 Rentals)
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1904 W Wabansia Ave, Unit 1

Lathrop

2306 N Hoyne Ave

2347 N Drake Ave, Unit 4

2347 N Drake Ave, Unit 2347 North Drake Avenue

2420 N Greenview Ave

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2221 N Hoyne Ave, Unit 2

2016 W Charleston St, Unit 1F

2155 N Elston Ave, Unit 016
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1879 North Milwaukee

2057 W Dickens Ave, Unit 1N

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2057 W Dickens Ave, Unit 2N

2240 W Palmer St, Unit 1R

2240 W Palmer St, Unit 1r

1718 W Pierce Ave

2155 N Elston Ave, Unit 312

2031 W Moffat St, Unit 3

2031 W Moffat St, Unit 4

2029 N Damen Ave, Unit 2FR
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2155 N Elston Ave, Unit 857

1943 N Winchester Ave, Unit 01R

Clybourn

1647 W North Ave, Unit 03

2240 W Palmer St, Unit 1F

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2031 W Moffat St, Unit 3

2015 W Concord Pl

1200-06 W. Altgeld St. / 2500-06 N. Racine Ave

Mclean 2021 W
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Triangle Square

2032 N Winchester Ave

1555-1557 W Diversey Pky

1964 N Milwaukee Ave

1157 W. Diversey

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2065 N. Hoyne Ave.

1255 W Belden

1781 W Altgeld St

1215 W. Diversey
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2772 N Lincoln Ave

1845 N Honore St

Charleston 2054 W

1624 N Honore St

Clybourn Manor

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1335 W Wrightwood Ave

2540 N. Racine

1841 N Hermitage

1821 N Hermitage 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 | $1,675 | $1,200 | $2,150 |
| Bucktown 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,424 | $1,800 | $4,750 |
| Bucktown 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,491 | $1,600 | $5,350 |
| Bucktown 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,057 | $2,700 | $7,398 |
| Bucktown 4 Bedroom Apartments | $4,991 | $4,975 | $5,000 |
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There are currently 64 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 Studio unit found at Triangle Square priced from $1,958. 1841 N Hermitage has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,979. Here are the most affordable Bucktown apartments for rent in Chicago, IL:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Triangle Square | S1 | Studio,1BA | $1,958 |
| 1841 N Hermitage | ONE BEDROOM W/DEN | 1BR,1BA | $1,979 |
| Lathrop | 1 Bedroom X 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $2,050 |
| 1633 N Honore St | 1 Beds, 1 Baths | 1BR,1BA | $2,200 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Bucktown, IL
As of August 22, 2026 the best value apartment in the Bucktown area is the $2.29 price per square foot 1320 W Diversey Pky Model at 1320 W Diversey Pky, Unit 3 in the in the Lakeview neighborhood starting from $5,000. The second greatest value Bucktown apartment is the 1324 W Diversey Pky Model at 1324 W Diversey Pky, Unit 3 starting at $5,300 with a $2.43 price per square foot in the Lakeview 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1320 W Diversey Pky, Unit 3 | 1320 W Diversey Pky | 3BR,2BA | $2.29 |
| 1324 W Diversey Pky, Unit 3 | 1324 W Diversey Pky | 3BR,2BA | $2.43 |
| 2404-14 W Cortland | 2 BED 2 BATH | 2BR,2BA | $2.23 |
| 2440 N Ashland Ave, Unit 2 | 2440 N Ashland Ave | 3BR,2BA | $2.13 |
| 2432 N Ashland Ave, Unit F2 | 2432 N Ashland Ave | 3BR,2BA | $2.28 |
| 2724 N Magnolia Ave, Unit g | 2724 N Magnolia Ave | 3BR,1BA | $2.42 |
| 2724 N Magnolia Ave, Unit G04C | 2724 N Magnolia Ave | 3BR,1BA | $2.42 |
| 1925 W Armitage Ave | 3BD/1BA | 3BR,1BA | $2.45 |
| 1635 N Ashland Ave, Unit G | 1635 N Ashland Ave | 3BR,1BA | $2.45 |
| 1904 W Wabansia Ave, Unit 1 | 1904 W Wabansia Ave | 2BR,1BA | $1.78 |
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 $1,979 at 1841 N Hermitage.
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 $2,575 at Lathrop.
What is the most affordable Bucktown Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Bucktown Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at 1925 W Armitage Ave and starts from $2,700.
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