
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Gresham Neighborhood of Chicago, IL from $500 (108 Rentals)
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808 W 76th

8201 S Ada St

8259 S Loomis Blvd

8308 S Paulina St, Unit 3

7952 S Ashland Ave

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8055 S Paulina St

7806 S Throop St

7501-7509 S Stewart Ave

7543 S May St
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1729 W 91st St

1731 W 91st St

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7543 S May St, Unit 1

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1311 W 82nd St, Unit 1

8617 S Ashland Ave, Unit 3D

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8010 S Marshfield Ave, Unit 1

1745 W 91st St

8632 S Sangamon St

7709 S Eggleston Ave, Unit 1

7841 S Loomis Blvd
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8617 S Ashland Ave

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8212 S Green St, Unit 1

7607-7609 S Normal Ave

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7456 S Stewart Ave, Unit 3

7456 S Stewart Ave

9101 S Beverly Blvd

7952 S Carpenter St

7819 S Morgan St, Unit 2

7640 S Stewart Ave

600 W 87th St, Unit A
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600 W 87th St, Unit A

1370-1380 W 79th St

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8100 S Justine St

8000 S Marshfield Ave

8001 S Marshfield

8201 S Marshfield Ave

9101-9109 S Beverly Ave

8109 S Ashland

7701 S Stewart
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1815 W 77th St 7732 S Honore Street Chicago, IL 60620

8515 S Green St

8256 S Loomis Blvd 1402-08 W 83rd Chicago, IL 60620

7555 S Hermitage Ave

8057-59 S Marshfield Chicago, IL 60620

7800 S Morgan

8052 S Laflin St

7812 S Emerald Ave

Winchester Suites

1738 W 77th
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Gresham, Chicago, IL Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Gresham?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Gresham Studio Apartments | $778 | $700 | $850 |
| Gresham 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,156 | $800 | $1,550 |
| Gresham 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,405 | $900 | $2,200 |
| Gresham 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,688 | $1,250 | $3,195 |
Browse Apartments in this Neighborhood
There are currently 108 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Gresham Neighborhood of Chicago, IL.
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Cheapest Available Gresham Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Gresham area of Chicago, IL is a Studio unit found at 1155 W 83rd St priced from $700. 808 W 76th has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $775. Here are the most affordable Gresham apartments for rent in Chicago, IL:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1155 W 83rd St | Studio | Studio,1BA | $700 |
| 808 W 76th | Studio Apartment | Studio,1BA | $775 |
| 8201 S Ada St | 1325 W. 82nd Street | Studio,1BA | $800 |
| 7701 S Stewart | Studio Apartment | Studio,1BA | $845 |
| 8256 S Loomis Blvd 1402-08 W 83rd Chicago, IL 60620 | Studio Apartment | Studio,1BA | $885 |
| 8259 S Loomis Blvd | 2 BR | 2BR,1BA | $900 |
| 7812 S Emerald Ave | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath Apartment | 1BR,1BA | $950 |
| 1514 W 77th | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath Apartment with Dining | 1BR,1BA | $985 |
| 7914 S Hermitage | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath Apartment | 1BR,1BA | $1,000 |
| 1704 W 77th St | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath Apartment with Dining | 1BR,1BA | $1,025 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Gresham, IL
As of May 30, 2026 the best value apartment in the Gresham area is the $0.87 price per square foot 8010 S Marshfield Ave Model at 8010 S Marshfield Ave, Unit 1 in the in the Auburn Gresham neighborhood starting from $1,300. The second greatest value Gresham apartment is the 1311 W 82nd St Model at 1311 W 82nd St, Unit 1 starting at $1,300 with a $1.18 price per square foot in the Auburn Gresham neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Gresham apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 8010 S Marshfield Ave, Unit 1 | 8010 S Marshfield Ave | 2BR,1BA | $0.87 |
| 1311 W 82nd St, Unit 1 | 1311 W 82nd St | 2BR,1BA | $1.18 |
| 7543 S May St, Unit 1 | 7543 S May St | 3BR,1BA | $1.25 |
| 7501-7509 S Stewart Ave | 2 bed 1 bath 1200 SF | 2BR,1BA | $1.20 |
| 8055 S Paulina St | 8055 S Paulina St | 1BR,1BA | $1.33 |
| 8259 S Loomis Blvd | 1 BR | 1BR,1BA | $1.06 |
| 7800 S Ashland | 2 Bedroom 1 Bath Apartment | 2BR,1BA | $1.26 |
| 7948 S Hermitage | 2 Bedroom 1 Bath Apartment | 2BR,1BA | $1.39 |
| 7800 S Morgan | 2 Bedroom 1 Bath Apartment | 2BR,1BA | $1.39 |
| 1735 W 79th | 2 Bedroom 1 Bath Apartment | 2BR,1BA | $1.39 |
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Gresham Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Gresham?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Gresham is at 1155 W 83rd St listed at $700.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Gresham Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Gresham Apartment is $800 at 1155 W 83rd St.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Gresham Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Gresham is starting from $900 at 8259 S Loomis Blvd.
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