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Prairie Shores
2937 South King DrChicago, IL 60616
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Douglas Neighborhood of Chicago, IL from $900 (12 Rentals)
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Lake Meadows Apartments
3233 S KingChicago, IL 60616
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3555 S Cottage Grove AveChicago, IL 60653
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Eden Commons
2701 S Indiana AveChicago, IL 60616
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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 | $1,164 | $943 | $2,183 |
| Douglas 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,340 | $1,100 | $2,588 |
| Douglas 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,744 | $1,451 | $4,388 |
| Douglas 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,220 | $1,500 | $3,361 |
| Douglas 4 Bedroom Apartments | $3,730 | $2,050 | $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 Prairie Shores priced from $934. Lake Meadows Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,030. Here are the most affordable Douglas apartments for rent in Chicago, IL:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Prairie Shores | Classic Studio | Studio,1BA | $934 |
| Lake Meadows Apartments | lakem8-0b1b | Studio,1BA | $1,030 |
| McCormick CoLiving | Ensuite | 4BR,3BA | $1,147 |
| The Pershing | 1 bed | 1BR,1BA | $1,180 |
| Lake Grove Village | 1B | 1BR,1BA | $1,218 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Douglas, IL
As of December 20, 2025 the best value apartment in the Douglas area is the $1.60 price per square foot 3935 S Wells St Model at 3935 S Wells St, Unit 1 in the in the Douglas neighborhood starting from $4,800. 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 | $1.60 |
| 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 |
| 3935 S Wells St, Unit 1 | 3935 S Wells St | 4BR,4BA | $1.67 |
| 240 W 24th St, Unit 2R | 240 W 24th St | 3BR,1BA | $1.62 |
| Park Boulevard 2B | Market Rate Apartments - 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.98 |
| 4010 S Calumet Ave, Unit 1D | 4010 S Calumet Ave | 2BR,2BA | $2.37 |
| Park Boulevard 3B | 1 Bedroom - M | 1BR,1BA | $2.30 |
| The Pershing | 1 bed | 1BR,1BA | $1.72 |
| Lake Grove Village | 1A | 1BR,1BA | $1.97 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Douglas Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Douglas?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Douglas is under $1,650.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Douglas?
The cheapest apartment in Douglas is Prairie Shores which is listed at $1,154, while the average apartment in Douglas costs $4,800.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Douglas?
Student, low-income, and by-the-bed apartments are typically the cheapest rentals in most cities, though they require qualifying criteria to rent. There are 153 regular apartments in Douglas that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
How do the prices of cheap apartments compare to the average apartment in Douglas?
Cheap apartments in Douglas have an average cost of $998 which is $3,802 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Douglas.
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