3150 N Laramie Ave, Unit 2B
3150 N Laramie Ave
ChicagoIL60641
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3150 N Laramie Ave
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5559 W Altgeld St, Unit 2S
5559 W Altgeld St
ChicagoIL60639
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$1,200
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5559 W Altgeld St, Unit 2S, Unit 2S
5559 W Altgeld StChicago, IL 60639
5559 W Altgeld St
ChicagoIL60639
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2941 N Lockwood Ave, Unit 1, Unit 1
2941 N Lockwood AveChicago, IL 60641
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$1,300
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5503 W Belmont Ave, Unit 2F, Unit 2F
5503 W Belmont AveChicago, IL 60641
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5559 W Altgeld St, Unit 1, Unit 1
5559 W Altgeld StChicago, IL 60639
5503 W Belmont Ave, Unit 2F
5503 W Belmont Ave
ChicagoIL60641
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3000-3004 N Central Ave
3000-3004 N Central AveChicago, IL 60634
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4956 W Belden Ave
4956 W Belden AveChicago, IL 60639
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4854-4856 W Deming Pl
4854-4856 W Deming PlChicago, IL 60639
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2735-2739 N Laramie Ave
2735-2739 N Laramie AveChicago, IL 60639
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4844-4850 W Wrightwood Ave
4844-4850 W Wrightwood AveChicago, IL 60639
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3000-3006 N Cicero Ave
3000-3006 N Cicero AveChicago, IL 60641
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Cragin, Chicago, IL Local Guide
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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Cragin?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cragin Studio Apartments | $1,100 | $1,100 | $1,100 |
| Cragin 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,250 | $1,200 | $1,300 |
| Cragin 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,788 | $1,500 | $2,300 |
| Cragin 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,065 | $1,995 | $2,100 |
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Best Value Apartments for Rent in Cragin, IL
As of May 24, 2026 the best value apartment in the Cragin area is the $1.40 price per square foot 5021 W Belden St Model at 5021 W Belden St, Unit 2W in the in the Cragin neighborhood starting from $2,100. The second greatest value Cragin apartment is the 2438 N Laramie Ave Model at 2438 N Laramie Ave, Unit 1North starting at $1,695 with a $1.70 price per square foot in the Cragin neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Cragin apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 5021 W Belden St, Unit 2W | 5021 W Belden St | 3BR,1BA | $1.40 |
| 2438 N Laramie Ave, Unit 1North | 2438 N Laramie Ave | 2BR,1BA | $1.70 |
| 2944 N Luna Ave, Unit 1st Floor | 2944 N Luna Ave | 2BR,1BA | $2.59 |
| 5559 W Altgeld St, Unit 1 | 5559 W Altgeld St | 1BR,1BA | $1.63 |
| 5559 W Altgeld St, Unit 2S | 5559 W Altgeld St | 1BR,1BA | $2.00 |
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Best Local Schools in Cragin, Chicago, IL
Schubert Elementary School
City Of Chicago School District 299
Public School - Grades PK-5 (565)
5 out of 10
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City Of Chicago School District 299
Public School - Grades 6-8 (525)
3 out of 10
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