
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the East Garfield Park Neighborhood of Chicago, IL from $500 (12 Rentals)
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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in East Garfield Park?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| East Garfield Park 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,761 | $650 | $3,595 |
| East Garfield Park 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,702 | $1,195 | $2,395 |
| East Garfield Park 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,769 | $1,500 | $7,592 |
| East Garfield Park 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,075 | $2,000 | $2,150 |
Browse Apartments in this Neighborhood
There are currently 12 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the East Garfield Park Neighborhood of Chicago, IL.
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Cheapest Available East Garfield Park Apartments for Rent
 | Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3600 W Franklin Blvd Chicago, IL 60624 | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath Apartment | 1BR,1BA | $1,115 |
| 705 S Lawndale Ave Chicago, IL 60624 | 3 Bedroom 1 Bath Apartment | 3BR,1BA | $1,320 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in East Garfield Park, IL
As of January 11, 2026 the best value apartment in the East Garfield Park area is the $1.80 price per square foot 3124 W Carroll Ave Model at 3124 W Carroll Ave, Unit 2 in the in the East Garfield Park neighborhood starting from $3,595. The second greatest value East Garfield Park apartment is the 3358 W Lexington St Model at 3358 W Lexington St, Unit 2 starting at $2,150 with a $1.34 price per square foot in the Lawndale neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for East Garfield Park apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3124 W Carroll Ave, Unit 2 | 3124 W Carroll Ave | 1BR,1BA | $1.80 |
| 3358 W Lexington St, Unit 2 | 3358 W Lexington St | 4BR,1BA | $1.34 |
| 3452 W Walnut St, Unit 1 | 3452 W Walnut St | 2BR,2BA | $1.47 |
| 545 N Drake Ave, Unit 3 | 545 N Drake Ave | 3BR,2BA | $1.60 |
| 3410 W Walnut St, Unit 3 | 3410 W Walnut St | 4BR,1BA | $1.54 |
| 3458 W Walnut St | 3458 W Walnut St | 2BR,1BA | $1.38 |
| 2937 W Jackson Blvd, Unit 1 | 2937 W Jackson Blvd | 3BR,1BA | $1.71 |
| 3616 W Lexington St, Unit 2 | 3616 W Lexington St | 1BR,1BA | $0.59 |
| 719 S Central Park Ave, Unit 1F | 719 S Central Park Ave | 3BR,2BA | $1.68 |
| 705 S Lawndale Ave Chicago, IL 60624 | 3 Bedroom 1 Bath Apartment | 3BR,1BA | $1.70 |
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap East Garfield Park Apartments
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom East Garfield Park Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom East Garfield Park Apartment is $1,115 at 3600 W Franklin Blvd Chicago, IL 60624.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom East Garfield Park Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in East Garfield Park is starting from $1,160 at 3600 W Franklin Blvd Chicago, IL 60624.
What is the most affordable East Garfield Park Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap East Garfield Park Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at 705 S Lawndale Ave Chicago, IL 60624 and starts from $1,320.
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