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Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Illinois Medical District Chicago, IL from $1,100 (25 Rentals)
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$2,160 - $3,942Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
Scio at the Medical District
901 S Ashland AveChicago, IL 60607
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$2,175
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1 Bedroom Apartment Available May 25Total Monthly Price
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$2,175
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801 S Oakley Blvd, Unit Garden, Unit Garden
801 S Oakley BlvdChicago, IL 60612
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$2,234 - $3,596Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
CADENCE APARTMENTS
2050 W Ogden AveChicago, IL 60612
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$2,2411 Bedroom Apartments Available Oct 1
1922 W Ogden Ave, Unit 1114
1922 W Ogden AveChicago, IL 60612
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2216 W Taylor St
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1921 W Harrison St
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$2,300
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1637 W 18th St, Unit 1R, Unit 1R
1637 W 18th StChicago, IL 60608
515 S Damen Ave
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508 S Damen Ave
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1912 W Harrison St
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$2,350
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2 Bedroom Apartment Available Jun 1Total Monthly Price
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1638 W 18th Pl, Unit 1R, Unit 1R
1638 W 18th PlChicago, IL 60608
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$2,3811 Bedroom Apartments Available Sep 15
1922 W Ogden Ave, Unit 1405
1922 W Ogden AveChicago, IL 60612
2248 W Taylor St, Unit 2
2248 W Taylor St
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Harris Point Chicago
905 S Claremont AveChicago, IL 60612
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The Oakley
1007-1011 S Oakley BlvdChicago, IL 60612
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1603 S Wood St
1603 S Wood StChicago, IL 60608
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2355 W Harrison St
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Harris Point Chicago
713-715 S Claremont AveChicago, IL 60612
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Harris Point Chicago
1037-1039 S Oakley BlvdChicago, IL 60612
1019 S Oakley Blvd
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1118 S Western Ave
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Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments
Atrio Apartments
1922 W Odgen AveChicago, IL 60612
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1737 W 16th St
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Illinois Medical District, Chicago, IL Local Guide
How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Illinois Medical District?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Illinois Medical District Studio Apartments | $2,185 | $2,157 | $2,234 |
| Illinois Medical District 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,487 | $2,175 | $2,990 |
| Illinois Medical District 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,432 | $2,300 | $8,484 |
| Illinois Medical District 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,989 | $2,100 | $3,500 |
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Cheapest Available Illinois Medical District Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in the Illinois Medical District area of Chicago, IL is a Studio unit found at Atrio Apartments priced from $2,292. Scio at the Medical District has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $2,315. Here are the most affordable Illinois Medical District apartments for rent in Chicago, IL:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Atrio Apartments | S1 (11 & 13) | Studio,1BA | $2,292 |
| Scio at the Medical District | One Bedroom B1 | 1BR,1BA | $2,315 |
| CADENCE APARTMENTS | 207-1007 | 2BR,2BA | $3,139 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Illinois Medical District, IL
As of May 23, 2026 the best value apartment in the Illinois Medical District area is the $1.40 price per square foot 2153 W 18th St Model at 2153 W 18th St, Unit 2153 W 18TH ST in the in the Lower West Side neighborhood starting from $2,800. The second greatest value Illinois Medical District apartment is the 1823 W 17th St Model at 1823 W 17th St, Unit 1FR starting at $2,695 with a $2.45 price per square foot in the University Village neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Illinois Medical District apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2153 W 18th St, Unit 2153 W 18TH ST | 2153 W 18th St | 5BR,1BA | $1.40 |
| 1823 W 17th St, Unit 1FR | 1823 W 17th St | 3BR,2BA | $2.45 |
| 2354 W Polk St, Unit 304 | 2354 W Polk St | 2BR,2BA | $2.59 |
| CADENCE APARTMENTS | 207-1007 | 2BR,2BA | $3.59 |
| Scio at the Medical District | One Bedroom B1 | 1BR,1BA | $3.77 |
| Atrio Apartments | S1 (11 & 13) | Studio ,1BA | $4.74 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Illinois Medical District Apartments
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Illinois Medical District?
The cheapest apartment in Illinois Medical District is Scio at the Medical District which is listed at $2,315, while the average apartment in Illinois Medical District costs $3,200.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Illinois Medical District?
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 5 regular apartments in Illinois Medical District that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
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