Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Hyde Park Neighborhood of Chicago, IL from $500 (74 Rentals)

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Hyde Park Beach
Studio Apartments

Hyde Park Beach

5325-5327 S Cornell AveChicago, IL 60615
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5401 S Ellis Ave
Studio Apartments

5401 S Ellis Ave

5401 S Ellis AveChicago, IL 60615
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Cornell Arms Apartments
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

Cornell Arms Apartments

5212-5220 S Cornell AveChicago, IL 60615
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Ohio Commons
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Ohio Commons

5001 S Drexel BlvdChicago, IL 60615
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5451 S Cornell Ave
Studio Apartments

5451 S Cornell Ave

5451 S Cornell AveChicago, IL 60615
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The Carolan Apartments
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

The Carolan Apartments

5480 S Cornell AveChicago, IL 60615
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Ivy Tower
Studio Apartments

Ivy Tower

5455 S Blackstone AveChicago, IL 60615
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Ivy Dorchester
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Ivy Dorchester

5118 S Dorchester AveChicago, IL 60615
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The Columbian
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

The Columbian

5220-5224 S Harper AveChicago, IL 60615
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Everett Apartments
Studio Apartments

Everett Apartments

5465 S Everett AveChicago, IL 60615
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Ivy Dickens
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

Ivy Dickens

5330 S Blackstone AveChicago, IL 60615

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Named as one of the Best Affordable Neighborhoods to rent in Chicago by our Chicago, IL Local Expert Nicole Harms. See how it ranks!

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Blackstone Court
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

Blackstone Court

5724-5734 S Blackstone AveChicago, IL 60637
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Hyde Park, Chicago, IL Local Guide

Cheapest Available Hyde Park Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Hyde Park area of Chicago, IL is a Studio unit found at 5445 Ingleside By 3L Living priced from $699. 5748 Blackstone By 3L Living has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $699. Here are the most affordable Hyde Park apartments for rent in Chicago, IL:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
5445 Ingleside By 3L LivingLarge Co-Living Single RoomStudio,1BA$699
5748 Blackstone By 3L LivingNo Kitchenette with Shared BathroomStudio,1BA$699
5120 S. Hyde Park Boulevard5120-0bAStudio,1BA$935
5136 S Kimbark AveStudioStudio,1BA$985
2Sisters ApartmentsStudio Floor Plan S3Studio,1BA$1,015
5528-5532 S. Everett Avenue5528-0bBStudio,1BA$1,045
The Versailles ApartmentsStudio Floor Plan S3Studio,1BA$1,048
Cornell (The Greenstone)Small StudioStudio,1BA$1,050
Museum Walk ApartmentsStudio Floor Plan S4Studio,1BA$1,065
The Victorian ApartmentsStudio Floor Plan S2Studio,1BA$1,072

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Hyde Park, IL

As of June 11, 2025 the best value apartment in the Hyde Park area is the $1.51 price per square foot 5218-5bC Model at 5218-5220 S. Kimbark Avenue in the in the Hyde Park neighborhood starting from $3,100. The second greatest value Hyde Park apartment is the 5508-4bD Model at 5508 S. Cornell Avenue starting at $3,300 with a $1.72 price per square foot in the Hyde Park neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Hyde Park apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
5218-5220 S. Kimbark Avenue5218-5bC5BR,2BA$1.51
5508 S. Cornell Avenue5508-4bD4BR,3BA$1.72
5429 S. Woodlawn Avenue5429-3bd3BR,2BA$1.88
5468-70 S. Hyde Park Boulevard5468-4bC4BR,2BA$1.69
5229 S. Drexel Avenue5229-3bB3BR,2BA$1.55
Greenwood 5201gnwd3bd3BR,1BA$1.78
5401 Cornell by 3L Living2BR/1.0BA2BR,1BA$1.75
5128-5132 S. Cornell Avenue5128-2bC2BR,1BA$1.77
5223 S Drexel Ave, Unit 2N5223 S Drexel Ave3BR,1BA$1.78
5020 S Woodlawn Ave1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.73

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Hyde Park, Chicago, IL

Ranked #51

Among neighborhoods in Chicago, IL for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

4.0
Pet Friendly

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Lifestyle Ratings

ApartmentHomeLiving brings you Lifestyle Ratings of rentals in metropolitan areas across the United States, including Chicago. LifeStyle Ratings are the best way to sort through finding a place to live - beyond price and floorplan. This takes in many factors including rankings of the best places for outdoor amenities like tennis courts, luxury amenities, features that make it easier to raise kids, raising pets, transit options, and other valuable search options. Use Lifestyle Search in the site filter options on this page - and find your Perfect place!

Getting Around the Hyde Park Neighborhood in Chicago, IL

Walk Score®

90 / 100

Walker’s Paradise

Daily errands do not require a car

Bike Score®

93 / 100

Biker's Paradise

Daily errands can be accomplished on a bike

Transit Score®

65 / 100

Good Transit

Many nearby public transportation options

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Hyde Park Apartments

What is a cheap apartment in Hyde Park?

A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Hyde Park is under $1,072.

What is the price of a cheap apartment in Hyde Park?

The cheapest apartment in Hyde Park is 5136 S Kimbark Ave which is listed at $1,150, while the average apartment in Hyde Park costs $4,300.

What types of apartments are the cheapest in Hyde Park?

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 7 regular apartments in Hyde Park 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 Hyde Park?

Cheap apartments in Hyde Park have an average cost of $201 which is $4,099 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Hyde Park.

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Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

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