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Far North Chicago, Chicago, IL Local Guide

Cheapest Available Far North Chicago Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Far North Chicago area of Chicago, IL is a Studio unit found at 5433 N Kenmore Ave priced from $925. Bryn Mawr Belle Shore has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,011. Here are the most affordable Far North Chicago apartments for rent in Chicago, IL:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
5433 N Kenmore Ave303Studio,1BA$925
Bryn Mawr Belle ShoreStudio AA1Studio,1BA$1,011
The Bell ShoreStudio AA1Studio,1BA$1,011
1528 W Pratt BlvdStudioStudio,1BA$1,025
Onyx on SheridanStudio ApartmentStudio,1BA$1,075
The EdisonStudio | 1 bath - EFFRStudio,1BA$1,092

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Far North Chicago, IL

As of August 19, 2025 the best value apartment in the Far North Chicago area is the $0.16 price per square foot 2122 W Ainslie St Model at 2122 W Ainslie St, Unit 2 in the in the Ravenswood neighborhood starting from $1,595. The second greatest value Far North Chicago apartment is the 5937 N Paulina St Model at 5937 N Paulina St, Unit # 03W starting at $2,200 with a $0.22 price per square foot in the Edgewater neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Far North Chicago apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
2122 W Ainslie St, Unit 22122 W Ainslie StStudio ,1BA$0.16
5937 N Paulina St, Unit # 03W5937 N Paulina St2BR,1BA$0.22
4849 N Seeley Ave, Unit # 024849 N Seeley Ave3BR,1BA$0.35
6535 N Bosworth Ave, Unit #36535 N Bosworth Ave5BR,1BA$1.15
7726 N Paulina St #1, Unit 27726 N Paulina St #13BR,2BA$1.14
1544 W Glenlake Ave.2BR/2.0BA2BR,2BA$1.15
2707 W Berwyn Ave, Unit 22707 W Berwyn Ave2BR,1BA$1.42
831 Dobson St, Unit 1831 Dobson St2BR,1BA$1.41
1706 W. Chase1 Bedrooom1BR,1BA$1.38
1638 W. Chase1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.41

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Lifestyle Ratings

This website is proud to bring you our detailed rental search system called 'Lifestyle ratings', composed of neighborhoods, cities and towns, and rental properties across Illinois including Far North Chicago, Chicago, and the greater Chicago area. Lifestyle Ratings show you the best fit for your needs and interests. This takes in many factors including filtering automatically for easy access to the parks, luxury housing options, kid and pet-friendly communities, availability of transit options, and much more. Find Lifestyle Search in the filter options (above). Happy Searching!

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Far North Chicago Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Far North Chicago?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Far North Chicago is at 5433 N Kenmore Ave listed at $925.

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Far North Chicago Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Far North Chicago Apartment is $1,075 at Bryn Mawr Belle Shore.

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Far North Chicago Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Far North Chicago is starting from $1,465 at 6600 Ashland.

What is the most affordable Far North Chicago Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Far North Chicago Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Arthur Apartments and starts from $2,060.

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