
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Lawndale Neighborhood of Chicago, IL from $800 (37 Rentals)
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2612 W 25th St

2132 S Harding Ave, Unit Basement

4126 W 24th Pl

4042 W Cermak Rd
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3903 W Jackson Blvd

310 S Springfield Ave

1840-1850 S Fairfield Ave

1142 S Francisco Ave, Unit 1142

3410 W 24th St

4058 W Congress Pky, Unit 4058-2S

4035 W Harrison St
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Lawndale, Chicago, IL Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Lawndale?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lawndale Studio Apartments | $1,153 | $800 | $1,550 |
| Lawndale 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,455 | $925 | $2,050 |
| Lawndale 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,802 | $1,000 | $3,581 |
| Lawndale 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,014 | $1,375 | $4,478 |
| Lawndale 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,575 | $1,500 | $1,650 |
Browse Apartments in this Neighborhood
There are currently 37 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Lawndale Neighborhood of Chicago, IL.
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Cheapest Available Lawndale Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Lawndale area of Chicago, IL is a 1 Bed unit found at 1807 S St Louis priced from $1,020. 2230 S. Kedzie has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,050. Here are the most affordable Lawndale apartments for rent in Chicago, IL:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1807 S St Louis | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath Apartment | 1BR,1BA | $1,020 |
| 2230 S. Kedzie | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1,050 |
| 2542 S Trumbull | 2 Bedroom 1 Bath Apartment | 2BR,1BA | $1,235 |
| 1931 S Homan Ave | 2 Bedroom 1 Bath Apartment | 2BR,1BA | $1,240 |
| 3560-64 W Cermak Rd | 2 Bedroom 1 Bath Apartment | 2BR,1BA | $1,290 |
| 1840-1850 S Fairfield Ave | 1 Beds, 1 Baths | 1BR,1BA | $1,300 |
| 1509 S Kenneth Ave | 2 Bedroom, 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1,340 |
| 1236-40 S Lawndale Ave | 3 Bedroom 1 Bath | 3BR,1BA | $1,345 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Lawndale, IL
As of November 19, 2025 the best value apartment in the Lawndale area is the $1.21 price per square foot 2228 S Kedvale Ave Model at 2228 S Kedvale Ave, Unit 2 in the in the Lawndale neighborhood starting from $1,700. The second greatest value Lawndale apartment is the 1611 S Trumbull Ave Model at 1611 S Trumbull Ave, Unit Garden Unit starting at $1,700 with a $1.26 price per square foot in the Lawndale neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Lawndale apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2228 S Kedvale Ave, Unit 2 | 2228 S Kedvale Ave | 3BR,1BA | $1.21 |
| 1611 S Trumbull Ave, Unit Garden Unit | 1611 S Trumbull Ave | 3BR,1.5BA | $1.26 |
| 3840 W Roosevelt Rd, Unit 101 | 3840 W Roosevelt Rd | 3BR,1BA | $1.48 |
| 1420 S Central Park Ave, Unit 1F | 1420 S Central Park Ave | 2BR,1BA | $1.33 |
| 4116 W Cermak Rd, Unit 2 | 4116 W Cermak Rd | 2BR,1BA | $1.38 |
| 4238 W Grenshaw St, Unit g | 4238 W Grenshaw St | 3BR,1BA | $1.33 |
| 3840 W Fillmore St, Unit G | 3840 W Fillmore St | 2BR,1BA | $1.40 |
| 2132 S Harding Ave, Unit Basement | 2132 S Harding Ave | 2BR,1BA | $1.26 |
| 1236-40 S Lawndale Ave | 3 Bedroom 1 Bath | 3BR,1BA | $1.66 |
| 2651 W 23rd Pl, Unit 2F | 2651 W 23rd Pl | 2BR,1BA | $1.33 |
Getting Around the Lawndale Neighborhood in Chicago, IL
Walk Score®
72 / 100
Very Walkable
Most errands can be accomplished on foot
Bike Score®
69 / 100
Bikeable
Some bike infrastructure
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 Lawndale Apartments
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Lawndale Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Lawndale Apartment is $985 at 1807 S St Louis.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Lawndale Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Lawndale is starting from $1,200 at 2542 S Trumbull.
What is the most affordable Lawndale Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Lawndale Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at 1236-40 S Lawndale Ave and starts from $1,300.
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