Cheap Homes for Rent in the Kenwood Neighborhood of Chicago, IL from $1,200 (7 Rentals)

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Search the lowest-cost Homes available for rent right now in the Kenwood area of Chicago.

property at 4800 S Chicago Beach Dr

$1,850

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1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Condo for Rent

Available Sep 1

4800 S Chicago Beach Dr, Unit 1605

4800 S Chicago Beach Dr
ChicagoIL60615

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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 $1,040. Woodlawn Terrace 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 ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
4721 S. Ellis Avenue4721-0baStudio,1BA$1,040
Woodlawn Terracewdtr0bdStudio,1BA$1,150
4700 Lake Park ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$1,214

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Kenwood, IL

As of August 20, 2026 the best value apartment in the Kenwood area is the $2.04 price per square foot 5111k4ba Model at 5111 S. Kimbark Avenue in the in the Hyde Park neighborhood starting from $3,800. The second greatest value Kenwood apartment is the 5053-3bC Model at 5053 S. Ellis Avenue starting at $2,530 with a $1.70 price per square foot in the Hyde Park neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Kenwood apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
5111 S. Kimbark Avenue5111k4ba4BR,2BA$2.04
5053 S. Ellis Avenue5053-3bC3BR,2BA$1.70
925 East 46th Street925-3bb3BR,2BA$1.42
5034-5046 S. Woodlawn Avenue5034-2bC2BR,1BA$1.72
Scholars Corner Apartments2 Bedrooms Floor Plan B12BR,1BA$2.50
1101 E. Hyde Park Boulevard1101-1bb1BR,1BA$2.35
5020 S Woodlawn Ave1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.73
5049 S. Drexel Boulevard5049-1bc1BR,1BA$2.26
The Trilogy at Hyde Park1 bedroom1BR,1BA$2.40
4700 Lake Park ApartmentsStudioStudio ,1BA$2.53

Frequently Asked Questions about Kenwood

What type of rentals are currently available in Kenwood?

There are currently 249 Apartments for Rent in Kenwood, IL with pricing that ranges from $980 to $4,600. There are also 23 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Kenwood ranging from $1,200 to $5,000.

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 $1,200 to $5,000 with an average monthly rent of $2,924.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Kenwood?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Kenwood range from $2,782 to $4,600, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,900 to $3,400. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $3,500 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $3,395.

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