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5030 W School St, Unit Apt
5030 W School StChicago, IL 60641
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Cragin Neighborhood of Chicago, IL from $925 (14 Rentals)
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4844 W Wrightwood Ave, Unit D2
4844 W Wrightwood Ave
ChicagoIL60639
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3000-3006 N Cicero Ave
3000-3006 N Cicero AveChicago, IL 60641
3151 N Long Ave
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$1,275
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3155 N Long Ave, Unit 1
3155 N Long AveChicago, IL 60641
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2941 N Lockwood Ave, Unit 1
2941 N Lockwood AveChicago, IL 60641
2736 N Laramie Ave
ChicagoIL60639
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2230 N Lockwood Ave, Unit GDN
2230 N Lockwood Ave
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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
2551 N Lockwood Ave
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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 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,270 | $1,200 | $1,400 |
| Cragin 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,825 | $1,100 | $3,000 |
| Cragin 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,966 | $1,735 | $2,200 |
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Cheapest Available Cragin Apartments for Rent
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3000-3006 N Cicero Ave | 1 Bedroom and 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,200 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Cragin, IL
As of September 06, 2026 the best value apartment in the Cragin area is the $0.16 price per square foot 5030 W School St Model at 5030 W School St, Unit Apt in the in the Cragin neighborhood starting from $1,100. The second greatest value Cragin apartment is the 5021 W Belden St Model at 5021 W Belden St, Unit 2W starting at $2,100 with a $1.40 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. |
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| 5030 W School St, Unit Apt | 5030 W School St | 2BR,1BA | $0.16 |
| 5021 W Belden St, Unit 2W | 5021 W Belden St | 3BR,1BA | $1.40 |
| 5319 W Fullerton Ave, Unit 2 | 5319 W Fullerton Ave | 3BR,1BA | $1.58 |
| 4810 W Armitage Ave, Unit 2F | 4810 W Armitage Ave | 3BR,1BA | $1.75 |
| 2415 N Central Ave, Unit First Floor | 2415 N Central Ave | 2BR,1BA | $1.95 |
| 3000-3006 N Cicero Ave | 1 Bedroom and 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.50 |
| 3155 N Long Ave, Unit 1 | 3155 N Long Ave | 1BR,1BA | $1.70 |
| 2941 N Lockwood Ave, Unit 1 | 2941 N Lockwood Ave | 1BR,1BA | $1.73 |
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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
Northwest Middle School
City Of Chicago School District 299
Public School - Grades 6-8 (525)
3 out of 10
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The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Cragin Apartment is $1,200 at 3000-3006 N Cicero Ave.
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