Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Depaul Neighborhood of Chicago, IL from $895 (72 Rentals)

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1049 W. Oakdale
$1,354 - $2,070
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Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments Available Nov 1

1049 W. Oakdale

1049 W Oakdale AveChicago, IL 60657
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2907 N Mildred
$1,625 - $1,795
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$1,625 - $1,795
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2907 N Mildred

2907 N MildredChicago, IL 60657
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2909 N Mildred Ave
$1,625 - $1,795
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2909 N Mildred Ave

2909 N Mildred AveChicago, IL 60657
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Mclean 2021 W
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Mclean 2021 W

2021 W McLean AveChicago, IL 60647
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Triangle Square
Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Triangle Square

2155 N Elston AveChicago, IL 60614
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911 W. Oakdale Ave.
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

911 W. Oakdale Ave.

910-918 W Oakdale AveChicago, IL 60657
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839 Diversey
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

839 Diversey

839 W Diversey PkyChicago, IL 60614
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742 W. Fullerton
Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments

742 W. Fullerton

742 W Fullerton AveChicago, IL 60614
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1030 W George St
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

1030 W George St

1030 W George StChicago, IL 60657
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1157 W. Diversey
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1157 W. Diversey

1157-1159 W Diversey PkyChicago, IL 60614
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Southport Lofts
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Southport Lofts

2061 N Southport AveChicago, IL 60614
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1255 W Belden
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1255 W Belden

1255 W BELDENChicago, IL 60614
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2519 N Lincoln Ave
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2519 N Lincoln Ave

2519 N Lincoln AveChicago, IL 60614
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1215 W. Diversey
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

1215 W. Diversey

1213-1229 W Diversey PkyChicago, IL 60614
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Depaul, Chicago, IL Local Guide

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Depaul, IL

As of September 02, 2026 the best value apartment in the Depaul area is the $2.14 price per square foot 2219 W Wellington Ave Model at 2219 W Wellington Ave, Unit CH in the in the Depaul neighborhood starting from $5,350. The second greatest value Depaul apartment is the 2643 N Southport Ave Model at 2643 N Southport Ave, Unit CH starting at $4,750 with a $2.16 price per square foot in the Bucktown neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Depaul apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
2219 W Wellington Ave, Unit CH2219 W Wellington Ave4BR,3.5BA$2.14
2643 N Southport Ave, Unit CH2643 N Southport Ave3BR,3BA$2.16
2643 N Southport Ave, Unit CH2643 N Southport Ave3BR,3BA$2.16
1320 W Diversey Pky, Unit 31320 W Diversey Pky3BR,2BA$2.29
1437 W Oakdale Ave, Unit 21437 W Oakdale Ave3BR,2BA$2.25
2432 N Ashland Ave, Unit F22432 N Ashland Ave3BR,2BA$2.28
1608 N Bosworth Ave, Unit 1F1608 N Bosworth Ave3BR,2.5BA$2.30
2049 W Fullerton Ave, Unit 2C2049 W Fullerton Ave2BR,1BA$1.83
1904 W Wabansia Ave, Unit 11904 W Wabansia Ave2BR,1BA$1.78
1202 W Wellington Ave, Unit 11202 W Wellington Ave1BR,1BA$1.99

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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Depaul Apartments

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

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Depaul Apartment is $1,999 at 1841 N Hermitage.

What is the most affordable Depaul Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Depaul Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at 1925 W Armitage Ave and starts from $2,700.

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