
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Hegewisch Neighborhood of Chicago, IL from $900 (7 Rentals)
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Douglas Pointe Apartments

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1212 W 148th St
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89 Paxton Ave, Unit 89paxton

The Banc Hammond

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2037 Calumet Ave
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4823 Northcote Ave, Unit Back house
Hegewisch, Chicago, IL Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Hegewisch?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hegewisch Studio Apartments | $1,293 | $1,245 | $1,341 |
| Hegewisch 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,500 | $900 | $1,937 |
| Hegewisch 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,312 | $1,087 | $1,975 |
| Hegewisch 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,613 | $1,265 | $2,000 |
Browse Apartments in this Neighborhood
There are currently 7 rentals with your search options within a 3 mile radius of the Hegewisch Neighborhood of Chicago, IL.
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Cheapest Available Hegewisch Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Hegewisch area of Chicago, IL is a 1 Bed unit found at Ginger Ridge Apartments priced from $900. Douglas Pointe Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $1,164. Here are the most affordable Hegewisch apartments for rent in Chicago, IL:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ginger Ridge Apartments | The Redbud | 1BR,1BA | $900 |
| Douglas Pointe Apartments | 2x1 | 2BR,1BA | $1,164 |
| The Banc Hammond | Units 305 to 805 | 1BR,1BA | $1,391 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Hegewisch, IL
As of June 14, 2026 the best value apartment in the Hegewisch area is the $0.86 price per square foot 1212 W 148th St Model at 1212 W 148th St in the in the Roxana neighborhood starting from $1,200. The second greatest value Hegewisch apartment is the Double & Single Used Model at Harbor Point Estates starting at $1,450 with a $1.12 price per square foot in the South Chicago neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Hegewisch apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1212 W 148th St | 1212 W 148th St | 2BR,1BA | $0.86 |
| Harbor Point Estates | Double & Single Used | 3BR,2BA | $1.12 |
| 1860 State St, Unit Garden Apt | 1860 State St | 3BR,1BA | $1.64 |
| Dynasty Properties | 2 Bedroom Large | 2BR,1BA | $1.67 |
| 4823 Northcote Ave, Unit Back house | 4823 Northcote Ave | 3BR,1BA | $1.58 |
| 2037 Calumet Ave | 2037 Calumet Ave | 2BR,1BA | $1.58 |
| Douglas Pointe Apartments | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $2.02 |
| Ginger Ridge Apartments | The Birch | 1BR,1BA | $1.39 |
| The Banc Hammond | Tier 12 / Junior One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.83 |
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Hegewisch Apartments
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Hegewisch?
The cheapest apartment in Hegewisch is Ginger Ridge Apartments which is listed at $900, while the average apartment in Hegewisch costs $1,513.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Hegewisch?
Student, low-income, and by-the-bed apartments are typically the cheapest rentals in most cities, though they require qualifying criteria to rent. There are 6 regular apartments in Hegewisch that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
How do the prices of cheap apartments compare to the average apartment in Hegewisch?
Cheap apartments in Hegewisch have an average cost of $261 which is $1,252 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Hegewisch.
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