
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Edgewater Neighborhood of Chicago, IL from $600 (104 Rentals)
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Bryn Mawr Belle Shore

6011 N Kenmore St

1101 W Granville Ave

5425 N Kenmore Ave, Unit 304

1108 W Rosemont Ave, Unit #514

6233 N Winthrop Ave, Unit #413

5726 N. Winthrop

5710 N Winthrop Ave
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5710 N Winthrop Ave

1040 W Hollywood Ave

930 W. Winona

6030 N Kenmore Ave

5516 N Kenmore Ave

The Edison

The Sovereign

Hollywood Beach
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5662 N Ridge Ave

5662 N Ridge Ave

5643 N Magnolia Ave

5722 N Winthrop Ave, Unit 511

5852 N Sheridan Rd, Unit 207

6006 N Kenmore Ave

Sheridan Glen - 6040 N Sheridan Rd

Wyndham Apartments

6022 N Winthrop Ave, Unit 1c

6008 N Winthrop Ave, Unit 110
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5664 N Ridge Ave, Unit M03B

5710 N Winthrop

6347 N Magnolia Ave, Unit STUDIO

5710 N Winthrop Ave

6341 N Magnolia Ave

6341 N Magnolia Ave

6166 N Winthrop Ave, Unit #103
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5863 N Kenmore Ave, Unit 305

Kenmore Place - 6119 N Kenmore Ave

The Maynard at 5115 N Sheridan

5960 N Winthrop Ave

6141 N Hermitage Ave

6211 N Kenmore Ave

6343 N Magnolia Ave

6345 N Magnolia Ave, Unit 3j

5326 N Winthrop Ave
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Edgewater, Chicago, IL Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Edgewater?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Edgewater Studio Apartments | $1,334 | $700 | $2,529 |
Edgewater 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,875 | $945 | $3,906 |
Edgewater 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,588 | $1,800 | $4,123 |
Edgewater 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,777 | $2,800 | $4,800 |
Edgewater 4 Bedroom Apartments | $3,691 | $2,200 | $4,000 |
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Cheapest Available Edgewater Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Edgewater area of Chicago, IL is a Studio unit found at Bryn Mawr Belle Shore priced from $879. The Bell Shore has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $879. Here are the most affordable Edgewater apartments for rent in Chicago, IL:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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Bryn Mawr Belle Shore | Studio A1 | Studio,1BA | $879 |
The Bell Shore | Studio A1 | Studio,1BA | $879 |
Catalpa Vista Apartments | STUDIO | Studio,1BA | $1,095 |
5417 Kenmore LLC | 304 | Studio,1BA | $1,095 |
5726 N. Winthrop | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,115 |
Winthrop Terrace | 0BR/1.0BA | Studio,1BA | $1,150 |
Winthrop Manor | 0BR/1.0BA | Studio,1BA | $1,200 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Edgewater, IL
As of June 10, 2025 the best value apartment in the Edgewater area is the $1.44 price per square foot 6354 N Paulina St Model at 6354 N Paulina St, Unit 1 in the in the Edgewater neighborhood starting from $2,595. The second greatest value Edgewater apartment is the 1774 W Highland Ave Model at 1774 W Highland Ave, Unit #306 starting at $1,800 with a $1.64 price per square foot in the Edgewater neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Edgewater apartments based on price per square foot:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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6354 N Paulina St, Unit 1 | 6354 N Paulina St | 2BR,2BA | $1.44 |
1774 W Highland Ave, Unit #306 | 1774 W Highland Ave | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.64 |
5700 N Winthrop Ave | 2BR/1.0BA | 2BR,1BA | $2.14 |
Thorndale Paulina | 2BD/1BA | 2BR,1BA | $1.82 |
Kenmore 5800 N | 2B/1B - 5800M | 2BR,1BA | $2.00 |
6030 N Sheridan Rd, Unit 1601 | 6030 N Sheridan Rd | 1BR,1BA | $1.89 |
1519 W Granville Ave, Unit Garden | 1519 W Granville Ave | 1BR,1BA | $2.00 |
5902 N Magnolia Ave, Unit M06B | 5902 N Magnolia Ave | 1BR,1BA | $2.00 |
5664 N Ridge Ave, Unit M03B | 5664 N Ridge Ave | 1BR,1BA | $1.86 |
6166 N Winthrop Ave, Unit #103 | 6166 N Winthrop Ave | 1BR,1BA | $1.94 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleEdgewater, Chicago, IL
Ranked #36
Among neighborhoods in Chicago, IL for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
4.0Pet Friendly
Best Local Schools in Edgewater, Chicago, IL
Goudy Technology Academy
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Getting Around the Edgewater Neighborhood in Chicago, IL
Walk Score®
91 / 100
Walker’s Paradise
Daily errands do not require a car
Bike Score®
87 / 100
Very Bikeable
Biking is convenient for most trips
Transit Score®
70 / 100
Excellent Transit
Transit is convenient for most trips
What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?
- Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
- Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
- Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Edgewater Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Edgewater?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Edgewater is at Bryn Mawr Belle Shore listed at $879.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Edgewater Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Edgewater Apartment is $1,439 at Wyndham Apartments.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Edgewater Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Edgewater is starting from $1,800 at Kenmore 5800 N.
What is the most affordable Edgewater Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Edgewater Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Lakeside 6300 and starts from $2,220.
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