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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 Bryn Mawr Belle Shore priced from $950. The Bell Shore has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $950. Here are the most affordable Far North Chicago apartments for rent in Chicago, IL:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Bryn Mawr Belle ShoreStudio A1Studio,1BA$950
The Bell ShoreStudio A1Studio,1BA$950
1135 W. PrattStudioStudio,1BA$995
1528 W Pratt BlvdStudioStudio,1BA$1,050
Onyx on SheridanStudio ApartmentStudio,1BA$1,050
1628 SherwinStudioStudio,1BA$1,095
5417 Kenmore LLC304Studio,1BA$1,095

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Far North Chicago, IL

As of June 26, 2025 the best value apartment in the Far North Chicago area is the $0.18 price per square foot 5639 N Artesian Ave Model at 5639 N Artesian Ave, Unit 5639 N Artesian in the in the Lincoln Square neighborhood starting from $1,800. The second greatest value Far North Chicago apartment is the 1058 W Columbia Ave Model at 1058 W Columbia Ave, Unit 3rd Floor starting at $2,800 with a $0.62 price per square foot in the Rogers Park 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.
5639 N Artesian Ave, Unit 5639 N Artesian5639 N Artesian Ave2BR,1BA$0.18
1058 W Columbia Ave, Unit 3rd Floor1058 W Columbia Ave3BR,2BA$0.62
4625 N Dover St, Unit G4625 N Dover St2BR,2BA$1.25
2642 W Farragut Ave, Unit 12642 W Farragut Ave3BR,2BA$1.36
7726 N Paulina St #1, Unit 27726 N Paulina St #13BR,2BA$1.14
1544 W Glenlake Ave.2BR/2.0BA2BR,2BA$1.15
4730 N Spaulding Ave, Unit #2W4730 N Spaulding Ave2BR,1BA$1.40
6026 N Francisco Ave, Unit 16026 N Francisco Ave2BR,1BA$1.50
1904 W Winnemac Ave, Unit GRD1904 W Winnemac Ave1BR,1BA$1.57
1706 W. Chase1 Bedrooom1BR,1BA$1.38

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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 Bryn Mawr Belle Shore listed at $950.

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 $1,240 at 6540 N. Ashland.

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 Onyx on Hoyne and starts from $2,100.

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