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Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Chatham Neighborhood of Chicago, IL from $500 (36 Rentals)
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Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments
New Venture Realty Chatham Apartments
8122 S Indiana AveChicago, IL 60619
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1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments
Chatham Park Village-Cooperative (Membership)
737 E 83rd PlChicago, IL 60619
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Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments
8208 S Drexel Ave Chicago, IL 60619
8208-8210 S DrexelChicago, IL 60619
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Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments
8152 S Evans 714-20 E 82nd Chicago, IL 60619
8152 S Evans StChicago, IL 60619
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Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments
8001-09 S Ellis Ave Chicago, IL 60619
8001-8009 S Ellis AveChicago, IL 60619
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1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments
7916 S Drexel Ave Chicago, IL 60619
7916-7920 S Drexel AveChicago, IL 60619
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Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments
8000 S Ellis Ave 947-55 E 80th St Chicago, IL 60619
8000 S Ellis AveChicago, IL 60619
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Chatham, Chicago, IL Local Guide
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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Chatham?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Chatham Studio Apartments | $700 | $700 | $700 |
| Chatham 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,150 | $900 | $1,939 |
| Chatham 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,514 | $950 | $2,510 |
| Chatham 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,692 | $1,250 | $2,650 |
| Chatham 4 Bedroom Apartments | $5,677 | $1,275 | $10,000+ |
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Cheapest Available Chatham Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in the Chatham area of Chicago, IL is a 1 Bed unit found at 1108 E 82nd St Chicago, IL 60619 priced from $880. 8000 S Ellis Ave 947-55 E 80th St Chicago, IL 60619 has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $880. Here are the most affordable Chatham apartments for rent in Chicago, IL:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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| 1108 E 82nd St Chicago, IL 60619 | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath Apartment | 1BR,1BA | $880 |
| 8000 S Ellis Ave 947-55 E 80th St Chicago, IL 60619 | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath Apartment | 1BR,1BA | $880 |
| 8642 S Maryland Ave | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $900 |
| 8101 S Drexel Ave | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath Apartment | 1BR,1BA | $905 |
| 8238 S Ellis Ave Chicago, IL 60619 | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath Apartment with Dining | 1BR,1BA | $915 |
| 8345-49 S Drexel Ave Chicago, IL 60619 | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath Apartment | 1BR,1BA | $925 |
| 8000-12 S Maryland Ave | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath Apartment | 1BR,1BA | $930 |
| 8208 S Drexel Ave Chicago, IL 60619 | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath Apartment | 1BR,1BA | $930 |
| 8640 S Ingleside Ave Chicago, IL 60619 | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath Apartment | 1BR,1BA | $935 |
| 8236 S Maryland Ave | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath Apartment with dining | 1BR,1BA | $960 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Chatham, IL
As of December 21, 2025 the best value apartment in the Chatham area is the $0.90 price per square foot 8234 S Maryland Ave Model at 8234 S Maryland Ave, Unit 3 in the in the Chatham neighborhood starting from $1,800. The second greatest value Chatham apartment is the 8221 S Eberhart Ave Model at 8221 S Eberhart Ave, Unit 3 starting at $1,800 with a $1.13 price per square foot in the Chatham neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Chatham apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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| 8234 S Maryland Ave, Unit 3 | 8234 S Maryland Ave | 3BR,1BA | $0.90 |
| 8221 S Eberhart Ave, Unit 3 | 8221 S Eberhart Ave | 3BR,2BA | $1.13 |
| 8040 S Evans Ave, Unit 3 | 8040 S Evans Ave | 3BR,1BA | $1.11 |
| 7944 S Ellis Ave | Unit 1 | 3BR,1BA | $1.15 |
| 7948 S Drexel Ave, Unit 2 | 7948 S Drexel Ave | 3BR,1BA | $1.18 |
| 8017 S Vernon Ave | 2BD/1BA | 2BR,1BA | $1.33 |
| 500-512 E 75th St Chicago, IL 60619 | 2 Bedroom 1 Bath Apartment | 2BR,1BA | $1.28 |
| 8642 S Maryland Ave | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.00 |
| 8236 S Maryland Ave | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath Apartment with dining | 1BR,1BA | $1.32 |
| 1108 E 82nd St Chicago, IL 60619 | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath Apartment with Dining | 1BR,1BA | $1.34 |
Getting Around the Chatham Neighborhood in Chicago, IL
Walk Score®
84 / 100
Very Walkable
Most errands can be accomplished on foot
Bike Score®
56 / 100
Bikeable
Some bike infrastructure
Transit Score®
63 / 100
Good Transit
Many nearby public transportation options
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 Chatham Apartments
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Chatham Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Chatham Apartment is $880 at 1108 E 82nd St Chicago, IL 60619.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Chatham Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Chatham is starting from $1,040 at 7934-42 S Wabash Chicago, IL 60619.
What is the most affordable Chatham Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Chatham Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at 7944 S Ellis Ave and starts from $1,500.
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