
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Douglas Neighborhood of Chicago, IL from $1,000 (24 Rentals)
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Prairie Shores

Lake Grove Village

4021 S Ellis Ave

2906 S Wells St, Unit 2

Eden Commons

Prairie CoLiving

Total Monthly Price
220 W 33rd St, Unit 2
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262 W 26th St

254 W 31st St, Unit 3

Total Monthly Price
240 W 24th St, Unit 1R

431 E Oakwood Blvd

4013-4015 S Calumet Ave

McCormick CoLiving

435 E Oakwood Blvd

The Pershing
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Lake Park Manor

437 E Oakwood Blvd

Oakwood Apartments

601 E 32nd St

429 E Oakwood Blvd

59 E 37th Pl

2605 S Indiana Ave

3622 S State St
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Douglas, Chicago, IL Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Douglas?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Douglas Studio Apartments | $1,286 | $1,015 | $2,280 |
| Douglas 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,408 | $1,160 | $1,990 |
| Douglas 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,794 | $1,300 | $6,334 |
| Douglas 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,497 | $1,550 | $4,681 |
| Douglas 4 Bedroom Apartments | $4,800 | $4,800 | $4,800 |
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Cheapest Available Douglas Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Douglas area of Chicago, IL is a Studio unit found at Lake Meadows Apartments priced from $1,015. Prairie Shores has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,194. Here are the most affordable Douglas apartments for rent in Chicago, IL:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lake Meadows Apartments | lakem2-0b1a | Studio,1BA | $1,015 |
| Prairie Shores | Classic Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,194 |
| Lake Grove Village | 1B | 1BR,1BA | $1,218 |
| Prairie CoLiving | Private bedroom with en-suite bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,350 |
| Eden Commons | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,584 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Douglas, IL
As of June 12, 2026 the best value apartment in the Douglas area is the $1.98 price per square foot Market Rate Apartments - 2 Bedroom Model at Park Boulevard 2B in the in the Douglas neighborhood starting from $2,100. The second greatest value Douglas apartment is the 240 W 24th St Model at 240 W 24th St, Unit 1R starting at $1,590 with a $1.59 price per square foot in the Near South Side neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Douglas apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Park Boulevard 2B | Market Rate Apartments - 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.98 |
| 240 W 24th St, Unit 1R | 240 W 24th St | 3BR,1BA | $1.59 |
| 4010 S Calumet Ave, Unit 1D | 4010 S Calumet Ave | 2BR,2BA | $2.37 |
| Park Boulevard 3B | 1 Bedroom - M | 1BR,1BA | $2.30 |
| Eden Commons | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.56 |
| Lake Grove Village | 1A | 1BR,1BA | $1.97 |
| Lake Meadows Apartments | lakem6-0b1b_b | Studio ,1BA | $2.80 |
| Prairie Shores | Classic Studio | Studio ,1BA | $2.99 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleDouglas, Chicago, IL
Ranked #79
Among cities in Illinois for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
2.5Pet Friendly
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Douglas Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Douglas?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Douglas is at Lake Meadows Apartments listed at $1,015.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Douglas Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Douglas Apartment is $1,160 at Lake Meadows Apartments.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Douglas Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Douglas is starting from $1,435 at Lake Meadows Apartments.
What is the most affordable Douglas Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Douglas Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Eden Commons and starts from $1,955.
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