
Cheap 1 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in the Kenwood Neighborhood of Chicago, IL from $1,200 (20 Rentals)


5020 S Woodlawn Ave

4901 S Drexel Blvd Chicago, IL 60615

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5049 S. Drexel Boulevard

5034-5046 S. Woodlawn Avenue
Kenwood, Chicago, IL Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Kenwood?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kenwood Studio Apartments | $1,413 | $1,000 | $3,561 |
Kenwood 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,873 | $1,200 | $3,876 |
| Kenwood 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,323 | $1,550 | $4,283 |
| Kenwood 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,829 | $2,300 | $4,000 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Kenwood Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Kenwood?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Kenwood is under $1,450.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Kenwood?
The cheapest apartment in Kenwood is 5020 S Woodlawn Ave which is listed at $1,230, while the average apartment in Kenwood costs $2,782.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Kenwood?
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 Kenwood 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 Kenwood?
Cheap apartments in Kenwood have an average cost of $112 which is $2,670 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Kenwood.
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