
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Douglas Neighborhood of Chicago, IL from $900 (34 Rentals)
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Prairie Shores

Lake Grove Village

Eden Commons

Total Monthly Price
260 W 24th Pl, Unit BR, Unit BR

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254 W 31st St, Unit 3

3607 S King Dr
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445 W 37th St

Woodland Park By The Lake

3707 S Michigan Ave

3232 S Wells St, Unit Apt 2F

Park Boulevard 2B

3154 S Prairie Ave

2605 S Indiana Ave, Unit 301

Total Monthly Price
3612 S King Dr, Unit 3rd Floor, Unit 3rd Floor
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3423 S Cottage Grove Ave

3658 S Indiana Ave

Park Boulevard 3B

431 E Oakwood Blvd

4013-4015 S Calumet Ave

435 E Oakwood Blvd

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321 W 24th St

439 E Oakwood Blvd

3622 S State St

Pershing Place

4034 S Prairie Ave

3030 S Princeton
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637 E Woodland Park Ave

867 E Pershing Rd
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 | $1,268 | $1,015 | $2,280 |
| Douglas 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,411 | $1,160 | $3,601 |
| Douglas 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,823 | $1,290 | $5,433 |
| Douglas 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,426 | $1,550 | $5,454 |
| Douglas 4 Bedroom Apartments | $4,850 | $4,800 | $5,000 |
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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 $1,133. 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 | $1,133 |
| 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 | $1,560 |
| Woodland Park By The Lake | The Lakeshore | 2BR,2BA | $1,975 |
| Park Boulevard 2B | Market Rate Apartments - 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $2,100 |
| 3610 S Ellis Ave | 3S | 3BR,2BA | $2,600 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Douglas, IL
As of April 26, 2026 the best value apartment in the Douglas area is the $1.67 price per square foot 3935 S Wells St Model at 3935 S Wells St, Unit 1 in the in the Douglas neighborhood starting from $5,000. The second greatest value Douglas apartment is the 3935 S Wells St Model at 3935 S Wells St, Unit 1 starting at $4,800 with a $1.60 price per square foot in the Douglas 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3935 S Wells St, Unit 1 | 3935 S Wells St | 4BR,4BA | $1.67 |
| 3935 S Wells St, Unit 1 | 3935 S Wells St | 4BR,4BA | $1.60 |
| 3935 S Wells St, Unit 1 | 3935 S Wells St | 4BR,4BA | $1.60 |
| 3935 S Wells St, Unit 1 | 3935 S Wells St | 4BR,4BA | $1.60 |
| 3610 S Ellis Ave | 3S | 3BR,2BA | $1.72 |
| Woodland Park By The Lake | The Harbor | 2BR,2BA | $1.95 |
| Park Boulevard 2B | Market Rate Apartments - 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.98 |
| 260 W 24th Pl, Unit BR | 260 W 24th Pl | 2BR,1BA | $1.61 |
| Lake Grove Village | 1A | 1BR,1BA | $1.97 |
| Eden Commons | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.52 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleDouglas, Chicago, IL
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Among cities in Illinois for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
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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 $1,175 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 $1,451 at Lake Grove Village.
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 $1,798.
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