
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Hawthorne Neighborhood of Chicago, IL from $700 (39 Rentals)
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Lorraine Park & Parkview Apartments

Autumn Mist on Lorraine

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Lakeside at Wheaton Apartments

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Briarbrook

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617 Delles Rd, Unit B

1307 College Ave
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1426 Stonebridge Circle, Unit K5

Courthouse Square Apartments

1344 S Lorraine Rd, Unit LeClair Condominiums B

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720 Crescent St

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1039 College Ave

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Taft Apartments

1040 Garner Ave

1511 E Roosevelt Rd

20 Sterling Cir
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1444 Stonebridge Cir

1407 Roosevelt Rd

105 Kensington Cir

1486 Stonebridge Cir

53 Kensington Cir

89 Kensington Cir

63 Kensington Cir

8 Sterling Cir

61 Kensington Cir
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41 Kensington Cir

32 Sterling Cir

507 W Wesley St
Hawthorne, Chicago, IL Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Hawthorne?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hawthorne Studio Apartments | $2,333 | $2,074 | $2,788 |
| Hawthorne 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,888 | $1,395 | $3,075 |
| Hawthorne 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,433 | $1,630 | $4,471 |
| Hawthorne 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,795 | $2,250 | $8,448 |
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There are currently 39 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Hawthorne Neighborhood of Chicago, IL.
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Cheapest Available Hawthorne Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Hawthorne area of Chicago, IL is a 1 Bed unit found at Wheaton Court Apartments priced from $1,395. Lorraine Park & Parkview Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,400. Here are the most affordable Hawthorne apartments for rent in Chicago, IL:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wheaton Court Apartments | 1br1ba 2nd Floor | 1BR,1BA | $1,395 |
| Lorraine Park & Parkview Apartments | one bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,400 |
| The Arbors of Glen Ellyn | One Bedroom Floor Plan A4 | 1BR,1BA | $1,487 |
| Taft Apartments | 2 Beds, 1 Baths | 2BR,1BA | $1,495 |
| Prairie Path Apartments | 1BR/1BA | 1BR,1BA | $1,495 |
| Lakeside at Wheaton Apartments | Murphy | 1BR,1BA | $1,625 |
| 1307 College Ave | 2BR | 2BR,1BA | $1,700 |
| TGM Danada | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,739 |
| ReNew Wheaton Center | Seven 83 | 1BR,1BA | $1,770 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Hawthorne, IL
As of July 25, 2026 the best value apartment in the Hawthorne area is the $2.00 price per square foot 1671 Grosvenor Cir Model at 1671 Grosvenor Cir, Unit C in the in the East Wheaton neighborhood starting from $2,400. The second greatest value Hawthorne apartment is the Hickory Model at Briarbrook starting at $2,028 with a $2.00 price per square foot in the Briarcliffe Knolls neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Hawthorne apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1671 Grosvenor Cir, Unit C | 1671 Grosvenor Cir | 2BR,2BA | $2.00 |
| Briarbrook | Hickory | 2BR,2BA | $2.00 |
| 1307 College Ave | 2BR | 2BR,1BA | $1.79 |
| 617 Delles Rd, Unit B | 617 Delles Rd | 1BR,1BA | $1.89 |
| Lorraine Park & Parkview Apartments | one bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.56 |
| Taft Apartments | 2 Beds, 1 Baths | 2BR,1BA | $2.14 |
| Lakeside at Wheaton Apartments | Murphy | 1BR,1BA | $2.36 |
| Wheaton Court Apartments | 1BR1BA Rehabbed | 1BR,1BA | $2.53 |
| Prairie Path Apartments | 1BR/1BA | 1BR,1BA | $2.49 |
| The Arbors of Glen Ellyn | One Bedroom Floor Plan A2 | 1BR,1BA | $2.49 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleHawthorne, Chicago, IL
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Best Local Schools in Hawthorne, Chicago, IL
Lincoln Elementary School
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Hawthorne Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Hawthorne?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Hawthorne is at Courthouse Square Apartments listed at $2,074.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Hawthorne Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Hawthorne Apartment is $1,395 at Wheaton Court Apartments.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Hawthorne Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Hawthorne is starting from $1,495 at Taft Apartments.
What is the most affordable Hawthorne Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Hawthorne Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at The Arbors of Glen Ellyn and starts from $2,256.
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