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4624 N Central Ave, Unit 2
$2,100

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Base Rent$2,100
Total Monthly Price$2,100
3 Bedroom Apartment Available Now

4624 N Central Ave, Unit 2

4624 N Central AveChicago, IL 60630
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5651 N Miltimore Ave
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

5651 N Miltimore Ave

5651 N Miltimore AveChicago, IL 60646
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Jefferson 5045 N Nw Hwy
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Jefferson 5045 N Nw Hwy

5045-5049 N Northwest HwyChicago, IL 60630
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4750 N Lotus Ave
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

4750 N Lotus Ave

4750 N Lotus AveChicago, IL 60630

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5363 N Central Ave
2 Bedroom Apartments

5363 N Central Ave

5363 N Central AveChicago, IL 60630
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Jefferson Park, Chicago, IL Local Guide

Cheapest Available Jefferson Park Apartments for Rent

 
Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
4425-4431 N Milwaukee Ave1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$1,425
4750 N Lotus Ave1 Beds, 1 Baths1BR,1BA$1,595

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Jefferson Park, IL

As of September 09, 2026 the best value apartment in the Jefferson Park area is the $1.39 price per square foot 5010 W Montrose Ave Model at 5010 W Montrose Ave, Unit Apt 1 in the in the Jefferson Park neighborhood starting from $2,300. The second greatest value Jefferson Park apartment is the 4906 N Marmora Ave Model at 4906 N Marmora Ave, Unit 1 starting at $2,250 with a $1.73 price per square foot in the Dunning neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Jefferson Park apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
5010 W Montrose Ave, Unit Apt 15010 W Montrose Ave3BR,2BA$1.39
4906 N Marmora Ave, Unit 14906 N Marmora Ave3BR,1BA$1.73
5421 W Windsor Ave, Unit 2nd Floor Unit5421 W Windsor Ave3BR,2BA$1.75
5644 N Meade Ave, Unit 25644 N Meade Ave2BR,1BA$2.04
6116 N Meade Ave, Unit 26116 N Meade Ave2BR,1BA$1.72
4426 N Mango Ave, Unit Main Floor4426 N Mango Ave3BR,1BA$1.91
4940 N Mason Ave, Unit 1st Floor4940 N Mason Ave2BR,1BA$2.10
5655 W Ainslie St, Unit 15655 W Ainslie St2BR,1BA$1.85
5737 N Elston Ave, Unit 15737 N Elston Ave1BR,1BA$1.53
5624 N Marmora Ave, Unit Garden5624 N Marmora Ave1BR,1BA$1.68

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Jefferson Park, Chicago, IL

Ranked #95

Among cities in Illinois for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.

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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Jefferson Park Apartments

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Jefferson Park Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Jefferson Park Apartment is $1,425 at 4425-4431 N Milwaukee Ave.

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