
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Hyde Park Neighborhood of Chicago, IL from $500 (73 Rentals)
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5540 Hyde Park by 3L Living

5748 Blackstone By 3L Living

5445 Ingleside By 3L Living

5401 Cornell by 3L Living

5214 S Woodlawn Ave

5210 S Woodlawn Ave

The Versailles Apartments

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The Flamingo Apartments

5720 S Blackstone Ave, Unit #209

5740 S Stony Island Ave

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5020 S Woodlawn Ave

5136 S Blackstone Ave

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1101 E. Hyde Park Boulevard

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Hyde Park West

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The Trilogy at Hyde Park
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Hyde Park, Chicago, IL Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Hyde Park?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hyde Park Studio Apartments | $1,057 | $570 | $3,561 |
| Hyde Park 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,871 | $950 | $3,876 |
| Hyde Park 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,314 | $1,499 | $4,357 |
| Hyde Park 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,846 | $1,998 | $4,100 |
| Hyde Park 4 Bedroom Apartments | $3,243 | $2,950 | $3,499 |
| Hyde Park 5 Bedroom Apartments | $5,995 | $5,995 | $5,995 |
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There are currently 73 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Hyde Park Neighborhood of Chicago, IL.
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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 5540 Hyde Park by 3L Living priced from $688. 5748 Blackstone By 3L Living has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $688. Here are the most affordable Hyde Park apartments for rent in Chicago, IL:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| 5540 Hyde Park by 3L Living | Efficiency Studio - North | Studio,1BA | $688 |
| 5748 Blackstone By 3L Living | No Kitchenette with Shared Bathroom | Studio,1BA | $688 |
| 5445 Ingleside By 3L Living | Large Co-Living Single Room | Studio,1BA | $699 |
| 824 E 53rd St | Large Studio | Studio,1BA | $850 |
| 5401 Cornell by 3L Living | Studio | Studio,1BA | $919 |
| 801-05 E Drexel Square Chicago, IL 60615 | Studio Apartment | Studio,1BA | $940 |
| The Versailles Apartments | Studio Floor Plan S3 | Studio,1BA | $1,057 |
| Cornell (The Greenstone) | Small Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,095 |
| Museum Walk Apartments | Studio Floor Plan S1 | Studio,1BA | $1,103 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Hyde Park, IL
As of January 04, 2026 the best value apartment in the Hyde Park area is the $1.72 price per square foot 5700-4bA Model at 5700 S. Blackstone Avenue in the in the Hyde Park neighborhood starting from $3,899. The second greatest value Hyde Park apartment is the 5429-3bd Model at 5429 S. Woodlawn Avenue starting at $3,399 with a $1.77 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 Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 5700 S. Blackstone Avenue | 5700-4bA | 4BR,2BA | $1.72 |
| 5429 S. Woodlawn Avenue | 5429-3bd | 3BR,2BA | $1.77 |
| 5111 S. Kimbark Avenue | 5111k4ba | 4BR,2BA | $1.92 |
| 5468-70 S. Hyde Park Boulevard | 5468-4bC | 4BR,2BA | $1.76 |
| The Trilogy at Hyde Park | 3 bedroom | 3BR,2BA | $1.87 |
| Greenwood 5201 | gnwd3bd | 3BR,1BA | $1.76 |
| Mayfair Apartments | 2 Bedrooms Floor Plan B1 | 2BR,1BA | $1.89 |
| 5053 S. Ellis Avenue | 5053-2bB | 2BR,1BA | $1.94 |
| 824 E 53rd St | 1 Bed | 1BR,1BA | $1.19 |
| 5020 S Woodlawn Ave | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.73 |
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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 $1,103.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Hyde Park?
The cheapest apartment in Hyde Park is 824 E 53rd St which is listed at $950, while the average apartment in Hyde Park costs $5,995.
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 4 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 $535 which is $5,460 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Hyde Park.
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