Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Dunning Neighborhood of Chicago, IL from $800 (39 Rentals)

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2659 N Monitor Ave
2 Bedroom Apartments

2659 N Monitor Ave

2659 N Monitor AveChicago, IL 60639
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6809 W Diversey Ave
2 Bedroom Apartments

6809 W Diversey Ave

6809 W Diversey AveChicago, IL 60707
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Jefferson 5045 N Nw Hwy
2 Bedroom Apartments

Jefferson 5045 N Nw Hwy

5045-5049 N Northwest HwyChicago, IL 60630
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6621 W Norwood Ct
Studio Apartments

6621 W Norwood Ct

6621 W Norwood CtHarwood Heights, IL 60706
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8111 W Grand Ave
2 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

8111 W Grand Ave

8111 W Grand AveRiver Grove, IL 60171
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8107 W Grand Ave
2 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

8107 W Grand Ave

8107 W Grand AveRiver Grove, IL 60171
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Dunning, Chicago, IL Local Guide

Cheapest Available Dunning Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Dunning area of Chicago, IL is a Studio unit found at 7251-7259 Lawrence priced from $900. 7520 W Grand Ave has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,175. Here are the most affordable Dunning apartments for rent in Chicago, IL:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
7251-7259 LawrencestudioStudio,1BA$900
7520 W Grand AveStudioStudio,1BA$1,175
Mont ClareS6Studio,1BA$1,380
7005 W Gunnison St1BD/1BA1BR,1BA$1,580
The BrixenMontclare2BR,2BA$1,849

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Dunning, IL

As of June 28, 2025 the best value apartment in the Dunning area is the $1.43 price per square foot 4447 N Melvina Ave Model at 4447 N Melvina Ave, Unit 1 in the in the Dunning neighborhood starting from $2,150. The second greatest value Dunning apartment is the Brixen Model at The Brixen starting at $1,933 with a $1.36 price per square foot in the Dunning neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Dunning apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
4447 N Melvina Ave, Unit 14447 N Melvina Ave3BR,2BA$1.43
The BrixenBrixen2BR,2BA$1.36
4936 N Marmora Ave, Unit #14936 N Marmora Ave3BR,1.5BA$1.65
5250 N Lieb Ave, Unit 25250 N Lieb Ave2BR,1BA$1.54
6241 W Montrose Ave, Unit 16241 W Montrose Ave2BR,1BA$1.46
4906 N Marmora Ave, Unit 24906 N Marmora Ave3BR,1BA$1.69
7026 W Diversey Ave, Unit 27026 W Diversey Ave3BR,2BA$2.08
5835 W Lawrence Ave, Unit LAWRENCE G5835 W Lawrence Ave3BR,2BA$1.83
5720 W Ainslie St, Unit 15720 W Ainslie St2BR,1BA$1.77
5542 W Leland Ave, Unit 1A5542 W Leland Ave2BR,1BA$1.88

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Dunning, Chicago, IL

Ranked #104

Among neighborhoods in Chicago, IL for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

3.5
Pet Friendly

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Getting Around the Dunning Neighborhood in Chicago, IL

Walk Score®

76 / 100

Very Walkable

Most errands can be accomplished on foot

Bike Score®

68 / 100

Bikeable

Some bike infrastructure

Transit Score®

49 / 100

Some Transit

A few nearby public transportation options

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Dunning Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Dunning?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Dunning is at 7251-7259 Lawrence listed at $900.

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

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Dunning Apartment is $1,425 at 7520 W Grand Ave.

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Dunning Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Dunning is starting from $1,200 at 7251-7259 Lawrence.

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