Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Chinatown Neighborhood of Chicago, IL from $1,000 (6 Rentals)

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1935 S Canalport Ave
3 Bedroom Apartments

1935 S Canalport Ave

1935 S Canalport AveChicago, IL 60616
  • Utilities Included
  • Smoke Free

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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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Millenium Lofts
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Millenium Lofts

1900 S Clark 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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Cheapest Available Chinatown Apartments for Rent

 
Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
561 W 18th StGarden Apartment Util Included 1bd 1 bath1BR,1BA$1,150

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Chinatown, IL

As of June 19, 2025 the best value apartment in the Chinatown area is the $1.82 price per square foot 240 W 24th St Model at 240 W 24th St, Unit 2F in the in the Near South Side neighborhood starting from $1,640. The second greatest value Chinatown apartment is the Garden Apartment Util Included 1bd 1 bath Model at 561 W 18th St starting at $1,150 with a $2.88 price per square foot in the South Loop 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.
240 W 24th St, Unit 2F240 W 24th St2BR,1BA$1.82
561 W 18th StGarden Apartment Util Included 1bd 1 bath1BR,1BA$2.88

Getting Around the Chinatown Neighborhood in Chicago, IL

Walk Score®

95 / 100

Walker’s Paradise

Daily errands do not require a car

Bike Score®

84 / 100

Very Bikeable

Biking is convenient for most trips

Transit Score®

75 / 100

Excellent Transit

Transit is convenient for most trips

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Chinatown Apartments

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Chinatown Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Chinatown Apartment is $1,150 at 561 W 18th St.

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