Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Chinatown Neighborhood of Chicago, IL from $1,600 (6 Rentals)

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309-315 W 23rd St
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309-315 W 23rd St

309-315 W 23rd StChicago, IL 60616
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266 W 24th St
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

266 W 24th St

266 W 24th StChicago, IL 60616
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The Archer Bldg
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

The Archer Bldg

2301 S Archer AveChicago, IL 60616
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1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Millenium Lofts

1900 S Clark StChicago, IL 60616

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Cheapest Available Chinatown Apartments for Rent

 
Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
1935 S Canalport AveApartment 3 Bedroom3BR,2BA$1,825

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Chinatown, IL

As of February 18, 2026 the best value apartment in the Chinatown area is the $0.93 price per square foot Apartment 3 Bedroom Model at 1935 S Canalport Ave in the in the South Loop neighborhood starting from $1,825. The second greatest value Chinatown apartment is the 240 W 24th St Model at 240 W 24th St, Unit 2R starting at $1,680 with a $1.68 price per square foot in the Near South Side neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Chinatown apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
1935 S Canalport AveApartment 3 Bedroom3BR,2.5BA$0.93
240 W 24th St, Unit 2R240 W 24th St3BR,1BA$1.68

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Chinatown Apartments

What is the most affordable Chinatown Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Chinatown Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at 1935 S Canalport Ave and starts from $1,825.

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