
Cheap Homes for Rent in Kenwood Neighborhood of Chicago, IL from $1,100 (6 Rentals)
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5020 S Blackstone Ave

5018 S Blackstone Ave
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947 E Hyde Park Blvd

1020 E Hyde Park Blvd

4800 S Chicago Beach Dr
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Kenwood, Chicago, IL Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent a home in Kenwood?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Kenwood 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,560 | $2,100 | $3,200 |
Kenwood 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,825 | $1,750 | $4,000 |
Kenwood 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $4,066 | $4,000 | $4,200 |
Browse Homes for Rent in this Neighborhood
There are currently 6 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Kenwood Neighborhood of Chicago, IL.
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Cheapest Available Kenwood Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Kenwood area of Chicago, IL is a Studio unit found at 4721 S. Ellis Avenue priced from $1,025. 4901 S Drexel Blvd has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,150. Here are the most affordable Kenwood apartments for rent in Chicago, IL:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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4721 S. Ellis Avenue | ells0bd | Studio,1BA | $1,025 |
4901 S Drexel Blvd | Studio Apartment | Studio,1BA | $1,150 |
Woodlawn Terrace | wdlw0bDr | Studio,1BA | $1,165 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Kenwood, IL
As of September 20, 2025 the best value apartment in the Kenwood area is the $1.87 price per square foot 3 bedroom Model at The Trilogy at Hyde Park in the in the Hyde Park neighborhood starting from $2,450. The second greatest value Kenwood apartment is the 4455-2bA Model at 4455 S. Greenwood Avenue starting at $1,695 with a $1.55 price per square foot in the Armour Square neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Kenwood apartments based on price per square foot:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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The Trilogy at Hyde Park | 3 bedroom | 3BR,2BA | $1.87 |
4455 S. Greenwood Avenue | 4455-2bA | 2BR,1BA | $1.55 |
Scholars Corner Apartments | 2 Bedrooms Floor Plan B1 | 2BR,1BA | $2.22 |
5034-5046 S. Woodlawn Avenue | 5034-1bc | 1BR,1BA | $2.01 |
5020 S Woodlawn Ave | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.73 |
5049 S. Drexel Boulevard | 5049-1bc | 1BR,1BA | $2.19 |
Twin Towers Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.53 |
The Sutherland | suthm-1bH | 1BR,1BA | $2.84 |
Maple Court | mplc1bD | 1BR,1BA | $2.30 |
5026 S Blackstone Ave, Unit 101 | 5026 S Blackstone Ave | 1BR,1BA | $2.72 |
Frequently Asked Questions about Kenwood
What type of rentals are currently available in Kenwood?
There are currently 253 Apartments for Rent in Kenwood, IL with pricing that ranges from $1,150 to $7,002. There are also 27 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Kenwood ranging from $1,195 to $4,200.
What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Kenwood?
Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Kenwood ranges from $1,195 to $4,200 with an average monthly rent of $2,745.
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.

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