Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Jefferson Park Neighborhood of Chicago, IL from $900 (16 Rentals)

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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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5651 N Miltimore Ave

5651 N Miltimore AveChicago, IL 60646
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Jefferson Park, Chicago, IL Local Guide

Cheapest Available Jefferson Park Apartments for Rent

 
Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
4425-31 N. Milwaukee & 5055-65 W. Agatite1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$1,450

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Jefferson Park, IL

As of October 05, 2025 the best value apartment in the Jefferson Park area is the $1.40 price per square foot 5042 N Mango Ave Model at 5042 N Mango Ave, Unit 1 in the in the Dunning neighborhood starting from $2,100. The second greatest value Jefferson Park apartment is the 5748 W Montrose Ave Model at 5748 W Montrose Ave, Unit 1 starting at $2,000 with a $1.67 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.
5042 N Mango Ave, Unit 15042 N Mango Ave3BR,1BA$1.40
5748 W Montrose Ave, Unit 15748 W Montrose Ave3BR,1BA$1.67
5043 W Argyle St, Unit 25043 W Argyle St2BR,1BA$1.75
4934 N Marmora Ave, Unit 14934 N Marmora Ave2BR,1BA$1.50
5834 N Nagle Ave, Unit FL25834 N Nagle Ave2BR,1BA$1.70
5947 W Montrose Ave, Unit A01C5947 W Montrose Ave2BR,1BA$2.40
5530 N Mango Ave, Unit Garden Unit5530 N Mango Ave2BR,1BA$2.06
5707 N Central Ave, Unit 2nd floor5707 N Central Ave1BR,1BA$2.40
4704 N Central Ave, Unit L4704 N Central Ave1BR,1BA$1.29
6119 W Giddings St, Unit Duplex 26119 W Giddings St4BR,2BA$25.00

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Jefferson Park, Chicago, IL

Ranked #127

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

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

2.5
Pet Friendly

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Getting Around the Jefferson Park Neighborhood in Chicago, IL

Walk Score®

82 / 100

Very Walkable

Most errands can be accomplished on foot

Bike Score®

76 / 100

Very Bikeable

Biking is convenient for most trips

Transit Score®

65 / 100

Good Transit

Many nearby public transportation options

What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?

  • Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
  • Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
  • Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.

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 $1,450 at 4425-31 N. Milwaukee & 5055-65 W. Agatite.

Expert Rental Resources

Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

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A Local Expert’s Guide To 10 Budget-Friendly Neighborhoods to Rent in Chicago

Written by: Nicole Harms

I’m Nicole, your ApartmentHomeLiving.com Local Expert for Chicago, IL. As a resident of the Chicago area for over 20 years, I’ve learned which neighborhoods are great and which are best avoided.

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How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Everything is a negotiation in real estate! 

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The Rental Move-In Inspection Checklist: A Guide for Renters

Written by: Trey Huguley

The move-in inspection checklist is a crucial tool for both tenants and landlords. This checklist, provided by the team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com, helps document the condition of an apartment at the time of move-in.

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Your Guide to Co-Signers: The Risks, Rewards, and Everything in Between

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

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